Eat for the Earth this June
bySoil for Life is inviting people to Eat for the Earth this June, in celebration of World Environment Day.
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Green Loving: The Importance of Sustainable Condoms
byYou might not think of whether or not your condoms are fairtrade when you and your partner hit the sheets, but you should. So why do sustainability and sex make a perfect match? It’s about ensuring health for you and the environment!
Biofuel in South Africa
byFossil fuels, oil and the energy-intensive nature of petrol production means that many countries are focusing on biofuel production. While South Africa seems to have the policies and plans in place, commercial biofuel production hasn’t materialised yet.
South Africa’s Organic and Fairtrade Wine Industry
bySouth Africa has several organic wineries, and the wines they produce are becoming more in demand as many people seek to not only eat organic food but enjoy organic beverages, both domestically and abroad.
Woolworths’ ‘Good Business Journey’: the next eight years
byWhile Woolworths have a reputation of high quality and good ethics, what are they actually doing to ensure a responsible supply chain? The Good Business Journey (GBJ) was created to formalise Woolworths’ environmental and social standards as well as improve public understanding. Now in its first target year…
Ford Recognised with Climate Leadership Awards
byAs an auto manufacturer showing leadership in reducing the greenhouse gas emissions of their vehicles, Ford Motor Company is also being recognized for its greenhouse gas leadership in manufacturing as well, and has received a Climate Leadership Award
Maties in motion
byWords by Emily van RijswijckThe University of Stellenbosch (SU) in the Western Cape has launched a cycling project to promote greener, more sustainable living on campus and, at the same time, resolve some of the university’s traffic problems.