Believe it or not, many people have started creating gardens on top of roofs aka green roofs. So what’s this trend actually about? Have some folks just decided to plant a few trees on a building roof out of fun? Surely there is a bigger story behind all that... and we’re here to tell it. [...]
What the world needs is for us to pay a bit more attention to Mother Earth. With the ever-growing population, people are trying to find any way they can to reuse items. Any little thing that helps society become more eco-friendly or slows the use of resources seems worth it. The question is what does this [...]
Plants are a great decor option if you’re looking to add eco-design to your home. Assorted greenery can bring natural accents to different areas of a room while also improving your overall health. This is because certain plants can purify the air and help you breathe better. Many of these plants are easy to maintain, so [...]
Chances are you’ve heard all about tiny houses in the past few years. Whether it was via a show on TV or through a friend who’s considering building one, the tiny house trend is everywhere, and for good reason. As the cost of living continues to increase, so does the impact that living has on the [...]
You’re tired of crunching numbers. You’re tired of a cramp in your neck as you sit at your office chair. Every day, rain or shine, you find yourself gazing out the window, wishing you were out there in it. You wish you lived somewhere peaceful, somewhere where you could hear crickets. (And yourself think.) If this [...]
Athletes thrive in comfortable gear. Fashionistas thrive in show-stopping designs. Environmentalists thrive when creating products that help Mother Earth. So what does an environmentally conscious, fashionable athlete wear while cycling? "What does an environmentally conscious, fashionable athlete wear while cycling?" Danny Shane. Launched in 2009, this Texas based company caters to cyclists who want [...]
You already do your part to follow a green lifestyle, whether that means bringing your own tote bag to the grocery store or taking shorter showers in order to save water. But, as you’ve mastered these steps toward eco-friendliness, you want to do more. Purchasing eco-friendly furniture is a great place to start. It’s no surprise [...]
With the new year comes that familiar itch to begin again and reflect on a year’s worth of choices. How do we want to approach this next chapter in a different, more impactful way? Nearly everything in our lives can be examined through this lens, right down to our wardrobes. The era of industrialization and later [...]
If you enjoy making the most of your outdoor space, doubtless you’ve carefully considered how best to use every inch of it. From a vegetable plot that produces delicious fresh ingredients for dinner with family and friends, to a seating area complete with a fire pit for evening and winter entertaining, a good backyard is an [...]
As people have become more eco-conscious in recent years, it has become easier to find environmentally-friendly products on the market, as well as new ways to reduce your carbon footprint around the home. Saving energy and reducing waste without compromising on style is now easier than ever. "Even small green changes can help you save [...]
Driving everywhere on your own? It’s time to kick that habit if you want to be kind to the environment and do your bit to save the planet. So, let’s look at the leanest, greenest ways to get around. Carpooling Instead of driving alone you could always find people going in the same direction to [...]
Chances are even if you have curbside recycling pick up where you live you still aren’t recycling as much as you could. There are plenty of things that can be recycled that just won’t fit or shouldn’t go in your curbside bin. Those things often end up in the landfill out of convenience or just because [...]
If you stopped a group of ten people on the street, it’s likely that most, if not all, of them would have plastic on their person in some form. They might be carrying a bag made of plastic. Or they might have an article of clothing that has plastic in it. Or maybe they brought food [...]
With Christmas now upon us, many people will be arranging parties either for Christmas or the New Year. This is a great way to enjoy spending time with close friends and family while also having some fun and entertainment. With the champagne cocktails flowing and plenty of great food to indulge in, festive parties are a [...]
Plants add life and vibrancy to our homes and gardens, but some are more than meets the eye. From Lavender to Lemongrass, Rosemary to Aloe Vera, healing plants can do wonders for our wellbeing, emotion and the environment around us. Did you know that Peace Lillies help filter the air in your home? Or that Boston [...]
Whether you live in a spacious luxury condo in the city or a modest country home, Christmas and the holiday season tend to be full of conspicuous consumption, from oversized presents under the tree to lavish feasts with enough food to fill a whole country. However, for those of us with a penchant for sustainability, cutting [...]
In the past, everything was far simpler. You had a small amount of powerful, multipurpose and wonderfully natural products that you used both for yourself and for your home, and they did a great job. At some point, we all decided, or marketers decided for us, that we needed cleaning cupboards stocked full of different products [...]
To begin with, you’re better off supporting brands that have ethical and environmentally responsible business practices or not caring about labels at all. The consumerist lifestyle generates a lot of income for big businesses, but it does not come without grave environmental consequences. According to Secondary Materials and Recycled Textiles (SMART), a person discards eighty-one pounds [...]
As the season changes, so do our gardens. When the last vegetables are harvested and the leaves are starting to turn, it’s time to consider closing down your garden for the year. Like your patio furniture and other summer elements, your garden will want a little TLC to have it ready for the spring. [...]
In today’s day and age, it is vital that we understand where our food comes from. Understanding what the food you buy is and where it has come from is very important for your health as there are a lot of dangerous practices that can make even healthy food dangerous to eat. Fortunately, more and more [...]
Getting involved in a philanthropy project is a great way to help the planet and the people on it. If you’re busy all the time or if you have lots of free time on your schedule, there is always a project you can get involved in that helps your community. Some projects only require a small [...]
With increased awareness of the negative impact of human activities on environment, many people are becoming interested in using environmentally friendly techniques at home. Home building using green building techniques involves using energy efficient equipment and sustainable materials. Green homes help reduce the impact of negative, harmful activities and improve human health. It is important to [...]
South Africa is an amazing natural destination in its own right, but when you discover that it plays host to the Kogelberg Biosphere Reserve, you also get a chance to see how nature and humans can co-exist. Here is a look at what a biosphere reserve is and why the Kogelberg is a must-see for your [...]
It’s definitely more than just a fad – greener goods are staking their claim as the better alternative to their synthetic counterparts. More and more people are using green and natural skincare products because they provide all the skincare benefits sans the harmful chemicals and artificial substances, which to no surprise cause all kinds of conditions [...]
