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Pots, Pans, Kettles - water and power
Whenever you heat a pot or pan on a stove try and use a smaller pot or pan one rather than a larger one. But not too small! The pot or pan should cover the plate.....
How to shop smarter
How many times have you gone to the supermarket to pick up a few necessities and come home with a lot of things you didn't need? These products often........
Indoor plants and air pollutants
Visit your local nursery and purchase some indoor plants, such as palms, ferns and orchids. Not only do these make your house greener and more beautiful, but they also fight against........
Get a solar charger
Did you know that your cellphone charger is constantly using energy while plugged in? Unplug it as soon as your phone has charged...Or better yet, get yourself a solar charger........
Plant some trees
There is a Chinese proverb that goes: "The best time to plant a tree was 20 years ago. The second best time is now." Go plant some trees! Tree planting is one of the most.........
Here comes carbon tax
The financial impacts of climate change have rapidly become a tangible reality in South Africa. Taxation on new vehicles will be effective in September; details on SA’s imminent........
Electric cars are the future - Shell chief
Today if you ask a 10-year-old child what will be his or her first car, the chances are the response will be: “An electric one”. It does not really matter whether that first car........
Avoid freezing cold baths and showers in winter
The Eskom debacle is steadily coming to a head and the future does not look bright. Blackouts and cold showers and baths loom - if not this year, next year.......
Water leaks can waste a lot of water
Do you have a water leak or leaks on your property? Here is an easy way to find out........
Badger Products @ Nature's Colours
Established in 2006, Nature's Colours arose out of a perceived lack of quality natural alternatives in the South African market. The website aims to make........
Tetra Pak - setting a good example
After our recent green tip about wine in plastic bottles, a reader highlighted the fact that you can now buy wine in Tetra Pak cartons, a choice which is even more eco-friendly than plastic. Such........
Polystyrene versus paper cups
A Polystyrene hot beverage cup requires about 50% less energy to produce than a similar coated paperboard cup with a corrugated cup sleeve. This leads to significantly less greenhouse........
Green food packaging supplies
GreenHome offers 100% biodegradable food packaging supplies products including boxes, bowls, plates, cups, utensils, bags, trays and flower pots. All their products are made from natural and........
Greywater - suggestions requested
"Surely the use of greywater to keep lawns green would alleviate water wastage. Any suggestions on setting up a system?" asked a reader. The short answer is yes..... ...
Think eco-friendly when you next buy clothes
The fashion industry is notorious for promoting excessive consumption, often of clothes and accessories made out of non-eco-friendly materials. Help fight this trend........
Green wine - from glass to plastic bottles
A New Zealand wine company has changed from using glass to plastic bottles. If / when a South African wine producer does the same, we hope you will support them. Shattering the shining........
The problem with green lawns
Did you know that the people of the USA spend more resources feeding and watering their lawns than they do in the whole of their massive agricutural sector? South Africa is probably........
Green Peace
Visit the Greenpeace Africa web site. Check out their campaigns. Consider supporting Greenpeace and Greenpeace projects. Consider getting involved.........
Have a green evening
When you get home turn off all things electrical and spend the whole evening in an 'electricity free' 'candles only' zone. No lights, no cooking, no TV, no music, no telephone........
Beware of stand-by mode
Did you know that when your appliances are in stand-by mode, they are using up to 70% the amount of electricity that they use when they are on? We mistakenly........
Have a green lunch
If you pack a work lunch, or lunch for your kids at school, here are some tips for making it as waste-free as possible........
Mellow Yellow
Can't tell you exactly when, but the next big drought is coming, and it is not very far away. Trust us on that! Also trust us that the next big drought will be worse than........
Go Green with Energy Star products
There is a wonderful worldwide environmental initiative known as Energy Star - a label given to electronic and other products which qualify as contributing to the green........
Green Easter
With Easter coming up its time to think about having eco-friendlier eggs this year. The main issue is the wrapping. Quick tip: choose the Easter eggs with the........
Our water and our earth and our sky
"Every part of this earth is sacred to my people. Every shining pine needle, every sandy shore, every mist in the dark woods, every clearing, and every humming insect is holy........
Starting a Green business?
Thinking of starting a new or small business now, or in the future? Think Green, think eco-friendly, think sustainable. The Green issue is sweeping the..... ...
Make this Valentine's day a green occasion
Each year on Valentine's Day, millions and millions of cards are sold which contributes to the already heavy load of worldwide paper usage. Here........
Green cleaning
You can easily make you own green, cleaning solutions that are financially, medically and environmentally more effective than commercial ones. In many........
Green tips for your computer
Here are a few green tips for your computer, whether you use one at home or the office. Nearly everyone these days uses computers and the internet and, as such, it is........
Easy tip for fridges
If possible, it is a good idea to adjust the temperature on your fridge or freezer by a degree or two. Most people automatically put it on the coldest setting, but this is seldom........
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