Landmark Skyscrapers Go GreenThe owner’s of New York’s Empire State Building have settled on a series of upgrades that include replacing all 6500 windows with insulating windows. Under every window, radiators are to be padded with extra insulation. The buildings lighting, cold water and ventilation
´Rock´ Out Damn Spot! MacBeth is a footwear label that has built its brand on the artistry and diversity of music. Jon Humphrey, a concert promoter and Vice President of Adio, together with Tom Delange, formerly of the band Blink-182 (my favorite punk rock band!) created the brand in San Diego, C
The Greening of Paris The city of Paris is taking climate change seriously and has introduced a new, affordable, ´eco friendly´ public transport system, Vélib´. The word Vélib´ comes from the French words for bicycle freedom, vélo liberté. Paris´ main mode of transport has always been public tran
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
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
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