SA’s Angoras give diabetics relief Article by: Wilma den HartighSouth Africa is the world’s leading producer of mohair, a unique natural fibre produced by Angora goats. Now the fibre’s special properties are helping diabetics across the world avoid one of the disease’s most debilitating effects.O
From waste, to wealth, to world-class Rags2Riches is a social business enterprise creating high-end designer fashion masterpieces and home accessories that are ethical and eco-friendly. Rags2Riches empowers women of poor communities in the Philippines and recycles scrap cloths discarded by garmen
Make Up That Rocks From the times of ancient Egypt, when Cleopatra outlined her eyes with kohl, women have used make-up as a means of enhancing their features.But where our ancestors once used natural ingredients such as herbs, roots, essential oils, flowers and minerals, today´s cosmetics are of
Eco Tourism Alive In Cape Town City Sightseeing Cape Town is the leading open-top bus tour operator. It is known by locals as the red double deck, hop on and off bus. There are two exciting tours available on this world famous open-top bus – the red City tour which comprises of 17 stops and
There are several places which accept a variety of recyclables: Africa.recycle.net: Africa´s Recycling Marketplace and Exchange – this is an online exchange for scrap metals, automotive parts, non-metallic materials, reusable goods, used equipment etc aimed at companies. Integrated Waste Exchang
Low Carbon, Green Growth What is Green Growth? Green Growth is a policy focus for the Asia and Pacific region that emphasizes environmentally sustainable economic progress to foster low-carbon, socially inclusive development.Where is Green Growth? Green Growth is a globally relevant approach to sus
To promote the protection of the reforestation in Haiti, Timberland is teaming up with Grammy award-winning musician Wyclef Jean. Wyclef is one of seven Earthkeeper Heroes within the company’s Earthkeepers program. The initiative aims to catalyze a movement of environmental and social activists. A f
Mac has put together a life cycle impact report to show the company´s environmental footprint. Apple uses this comprehensive life cycle analysis to determine exactly where their greenhouse gas emissions – all 10.2 million metric tons of them – come from.Manufacturing 3,873,000 metric tons gr
Our Top eco Beach Holiday Essentials It´s almost time for the long awaited Summer Holidays so the liveeco team has compiled our top eco beach holiday essentials list for you below. Make sure you´re not caught without any of these items whilst vacationing this summer on SA´s hottest beaches!1. Ec
So Saturday saw the world take a stand against climate change with the various 350 events held around the globe. We went to check out what was happening at Muizenberg beach in Cape Town but unfortunately we missed all the action as we only arrived at 11am and it was already over. But the shark spott