African Projects To Save The Earth Article by: Janine ErasmusTwo African projects are among only seven around the world in 2009 to have won acclaim from the UK-based non-profit Ashden Awards, an internationally recognised gauge of excellence in the field of sustainable energy.The 2009 awards cere
Instead of making use of several sinks full of water for washing cups and plates etc, make use of a dishwasher. This saves water and electricity. Make sure it´s only run once it´s full and make sure to monitor and maintain it. Keep the filter clean since a blocked filter reduces efficiency and waste
Organic Lingerie from Victoria´s Secret! “Good for women, good for the world!” Victoria´s Secret has introduced an Organic Collection to the company´s lingerie line! The collection is made with love from fairly traded organic cotton grown by women-owned farming cooperatives in Burkina Faso. Victo
Organic Baby Care Looking for a natural, eco-friendly solution to your little one´s nappy rash…? Nature´s Gate has a fabulous range of organic products for babies.Nature´s Gate was founded over 30 years ago using nature for inspiration and guidance. Founders, Leo and Vladimir hand collected rai
Eco-chic Handbags Heather Heron´s handbag collection begs one to banish memories of shapeless sacks and roughly woven hippie fabrics. Heron´s signature line of totes and clutches are produced from organic European hemp, combined with hemp-silk charmeuse and ultra fine leather detailing at the ha
Philips Brings Africa To Light Article by: Janine ErasmusElectronics giant Philips has developed an environmentally-friendly solar-powered reading light that is targeted at the education sector in Africa, giving schoolchildren the means to carry on with their homework after darkness has fallen, e
Denim is a fashion trends that never dates! Denim has stood the test of time. It is one of the most universally appealing and versatile items. Denims can also be worn in a number of ways… with a stylish t-shirt and boots they are ideal for a day downtown, heels and a jacket, they fit in at the off
PUMA brings us HOME Sportlifestyle company PUMA supports the environmental movie “HOME,” directed by Yann Arthus-Bertrand, photographer and author of “Earth From Above”, and produced by Luc Besson (from the movie LEON). The movie was released worldwide on 5 June 2009 — the World Environment Day —
Ecocentric Bodycare Pangea Organics produces nurturing, hand-crafted, organic, fair trade and cruelty free body care. Their philosophy is “accentuate the positive and eliminate the negative”. Pangea Organics only uses organic, plant-based ingredients that nurture and nourish all skin types. Ingre
Seventh Generation Whilst living in the United States I regularly used Seventh Generation products. I was pleasantly surprised recently when shopping at Wellness Warehouse I discovered we now have access to these marvelous products locally! Seventh Generation manufactures a complete line of non-t