Recycling veggies for a compost heap
In many households, there is often a lot of vegetable scraps and waste that get thrown out. Even though this food waste is biodegradable most of it gets thrown into landfills, which contributes to the
Month: November 2017
Period alternatives to pads and tampons
We all have different names for our period. From aunty flow to the red wedding, most of us don’t look forward to this monthly visit. Especially because traditional pads and tampons cost quite a bit
South African eco-friendly fashion brands
When it comes to the world of fashion, many products are made using cheap materials and harmful chemicals. But there are fashion brands out there, even in South Africa, that strive to make clothing that
5 Things to do When There’s no Power
Load shedding has struck yet again and this time around you completely unprepared for it. You totally forgot to charge your phone, the laptop is at 10% and you bored outta your mind. You think
Eco-friendly & Unconventional Study Tips
The end of the year is fast approaching, things are slowing down, the sun is out and before you know it #keDezembaboss. But before you can set out your New Year’s resolutions, show off your
How to start your own urban garden
Starting your own herb garden can seem difficult – especially if you live in a small apartment. But limited space is no longer an obstacle to growing your mini garden. You can turn your balcony,
Tips on how to save on electricity
If it’s gone unmanaged your electricity consumption can take up a lot of your cash. Racking up a huge electricity bill also isn’t great for the environment. So if you want to save on your
Global warming – what are CO2 emissions?
When we talk about global warming, one of the first things that will come up is how our carbon dioxide (CO2) emissions are increasing the earth’s temperature. But what are carbon dioxide emissions and how
Glass vs Plastic – which is better for the environment?
When buying your products at the local supermarket, you’ve probably noticed the variety of different containers that your food and drinks come in. Most of them being glass or plastic, but which one do you
A guide on how to recycle
When you think of recycling you probably picture a complex system of containers to keep in your own home. While it may take some effort, recycling is actually really important. This is because it is