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´Human polar bear´ swims for peace

Written by: Fiona McIntoshEnvironmental activist Lewis Gordon Pugh’s recent a record-breaking plunge through the frigid waters of a Himalayan lake has capped an illustrious career of extreme swimming expeditions, which began off the coast of South Africa 23 years ago.Pugh’s latest feat, a 1km swim a

World´s Trashiest Hotel Rises in Rome

“If we do nothing today this will be the future of our holidays” The world’s first hotel made entirely of garbage! The Save The Beach Hotel ain’t pretty, but neither will Europe’s beaches be if its citizens don’t start cleaning up. Designed by German artist H.A. Shult as part of a publicity campa

One Home, One Earth, One Responsibility

Written by: Jessica SolomonsThe name Braam Malherbe is synonymous with adventure. The South African environmentalist has combined his love of the outdoors with his passion for running in order to spread his message about the plight of our planet. He has travelled from Tsitzikama to Cape Town on foot

This is how Obama does mad

Pundits want Obama to get mad over the oil spill? This is how Obama does mad.In an appearance on the Today Show yesterday, Obama spoke in some of the firmest language yet about his frustration over the oil spill in the Gulf. “I don’t sit around just talking to experts because this is a college semin

Leona Lewis goes on ethical fashion shopping spree

UK singer reportedly spent more than $250K on animal-friendly outfits for new tour UK pop sensation Leona Lewis is one of those rare celebrities who actually walks the walk when it comes to promoting a more animal-friendly world. The three-time Grammy Award nominee has long criticized the use of

Stand Tall with The Wedge

TOMS, one of our favorite ethical shoe brands that uses the purchasing power of individuals to benefit the greater good, has recently launched ´the wedge´.The Wedge is the new shape of giving from TOMS, and offers so many possibilities — they’re perfect for work, lunch with friends, or going out on

Upcycled Fashion by Ecoist Makes it to the Big Screen in Hollywood

No one knows fashion like the ladies of Sex and the City 2. No one knows eco-fashion like Ecoist makers of the original recycled candy wrapper handbag; the combination is tremendous. In the film, Ecoist’s Silver Mega ($178), is worn by Samantha Jones (actress Kim Cattrall), proving that upcycled fas

When Oil & Hurricane Collide

The below video from CNN reporter John Zarrella shows what will happen should a hurricane strike the oil ridden Gulf Coast this hurricane season. Gulf Coast residents now face a new worry with the beginning of hurricane season coming up soon due to the latest BP Oil spill…Nicsx

World Bank & Eskom Spark Controversy

Written by: Jessica SolomonsWith the ongoing focus on the climate change crisis by the global media and governments worldwide, it’s no surprise that the World Bank’s recent decision to help finance another coal-fired power plant in South Africa has been met with international disapproval. According

How Green Is Your Love Life?

Written by: Jessica SolomonsSo you’ve loaded up on organic food, traded in your old beauty products for eco-friendly alternatives and started recycling. But what about your love life? If you really want to go green, you might want to look at how those romantic rendezvous’ (and naughty night time ant