Beware of the Paraben! After giving you a ´What to Avoid´ list, I thought you might like to know why you should be avoiding these ingredients.If you are anything like me, you will need a reason not to do something and not just told to do so! I also feel that if one knows the nasty effects of thes
Cape Town´s Green Map Article by: Janine ErasmusGreen-minded Capetonians and visitors can now rest assured that their living, working and playing impact on the environment will be minimal, thanks to the Cape Town green map. The map is a 2010 FIFA World Cup legacy project initiated by the Ci
Buy used furniture – there is a surplus of it, and it is much cheaper than new furniture.
New biosphere reserve for SA Article by: Janine ErasmusSouth Africa added a sixth biosphere reserve to its tally when the Vhembe region of Limpopo province became one of 22 newly proclaimed by the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco).The 22 new biosphere
The Time is Nau! Nau is an eco friendly, fair trade fashion house that focuses on sustainable outdoor apparel. They´re deeply rooted in an ethical and responsible approach to the products they create. These tactics include everything from sustainable material sourcing, to their corporate philosop
Bag It!When you go out shopping, take your own reusable bags. This preserves resources by cutting down on the huge number of paper and plastic bags that are discarded after a single trip. Combine your routine shopping trips with other errands, which will save you time and fuel.
New Addition to the Herd Cowshed has introduced a new baby cow trio set, the perfect gift for new moms. The gift set has everything a new baby needs to stay clean and green! The organic formulations with essential oils of lavendar and meadowfoam are designed to clean, calm and soothe while remain
Biodegradable Bread Bags Article by: Janine ErasmusAlbany Bakery, one of South Africa’s major producers of bread products, has been packaging all its products in biodegradable plastic bags since the beginning of April 2008. This is an industry first not only in South Africa but in the southern
Argentine Eco Chic Argentina´s economy is in a perpetual state of uncertainty. As a result, Argentines have learned to live with what they´ve got — and make things last. This resilience and resourcefulness has resulted in a wonderfully creative culture, where innovation and ingenuity are ever-pr
South Africa Protects Its Oceans Article by: Janine ErasmusSouth Africa has proclaimed a vast new marine protected area, spanning 180 000 square kilometres, around the Prince Edward Islands in the Southern Ocean. This has paved the way for increased conservation and protection of vulnerable speci