Is Climate Change Going to End the World’s Coffee Supply?
byIf you can’t start your morning without a delicious cup of coffee, the thought that coffee supply could be at risk due to climate change is worrying. Here’s what’s causing such a stir.
Adidas a “Detox Leader”, Nike still a “Greenwasher”
byAdidas seem to have cleaned up their act when it comes to chemicals in clothing, while Nike has been dubbed a “greenwasher” according to Greenpeace’s Detox Catwalk campaign.
EDUN, J. Crew Collaborate on African-Made Childrenswear
byEDUN has teamed up with J.Crew’s children’s division to create a line of clothes for mini philanthropists. Part of the high-street retailer’s “Garments for Good” initiative, the EDUN for J.Crew collection features exclusive, made-in-Kenya designs, including a T-shirt that benefits St. Ann’s Orphanage in Gilgil, a town in Nakuru County.
Easy DIY Ideas for Easter
byIt’s the long Easter weekend, the kids are on holiday and in South Africa, the Easter weekend usually marks the beginning of winter. So if you are stuck indoors, here are a few easy DIY ideas for Easter, most of them are simple enough you can do them with little ones too.
Five Alternatives to Traditional Easter Foods
byMaybe you follow a bit of a restrictive diet, such as veganism, and want to enjoy Easter without feeling left out. Or perhaps you just want to try a menu that’s a little different this year. Here are five traditional Easter foods and how to put a spin on them.
How to Make Vegan Marshmallows for Easter
byIf you’re vegan and feel sad at the thought that you can’t eat any of the marshmallows that do the rounds when Easter arrives, don’t fret! You can make your own delicious and unique vegan marshies.
This Fairtrade Fortnight Discover #THEPOWEROFYOU
byThis year Fairtrade Fortnight will run through Easter from 30 March – 12 April 2015. What better excuse to nibble on even more fairtrade chocolate and other goodies over the Easter Weekend.
Ten Ways to Make it an Eco Friendly Easter!
byIf you want to do something great for the environment while enjoying an Easter feast, there are 10 changes you should make to your green celebration this year.
TOPIC Finds that Wakaberry Froyo Does Not Use Organic Milk
byTOPIC, the new consumer-led watchdog formed to look into product labelling claims, has had success with their first investigation and Wakaberry frozen yoghurt has changed their labelling as a result of TOPIC’s enquiries.
H&M Unveils New “Conscious Exclusive” Collection featuring Olivia Wilde
byH&M’s launching it’s new “Conscious Exclusive” Collection in less than a month. Fronted by actress-activist Olivia Wilde, the retailer’s 2015 “Conscious Exclusive” collection features planet-friendlier fabrics, such as hemp, organic cotton, organic linen, organic silk, Tencel, organic leather, and recycled wool, in black-tie-ready silhouettes.