The World Ocean Summit 2014
byIf we don’t care about our oceans, we will wind up hurting ourselves more than we can imagine. The World Ocean Summit, a three-day event starting on the 24th February, tackles important ocean issues that affect us all.
Eco Activism
The e-Waste Problem
byWe purchase gadgets and then throw them out within the year when we upgrade to the latest models. We might not really spare a thought that all our disposed units are contributing to e-waste.
New on-pack Recycling Labels Make it Easier for Customers to Recycle
byInnovative new labels make recycling easier for customers In an industry first, Woolworths has initiated and introduced a new on-pack recycling labels (OPRL), intended…
Facts You Don’t Know About Sharks
bySharks are often misunderstood. In media they are sometimes deemed as the killers of the ocean, if you think of classic horror movies like Jaws. However, there are some little known facts about sharks that might just change your mind about these amazing creatures.
A World Without Bees?
byBefore you swat that buzzing bee away, read on to discover the many dangers a world without bees could pose.
Lab-Grown Beef Lacks Taste but Could Help Save the World
byIs it beef? Is it from a cow? Is it real? It’s the world’s first burger made from lab-grown beef. It has the texture of real meat, but doesn’t seem to taste very good, though.
Wangari Maathai and The Green Belt Movement
byDr. Wangari Maathai (1940 – 2011) was an environmentalist, women’s rights advocate, social justice activist, founder of The Green Belt Movement and the first African woman to win a Nobel Peace Prize.
Protea Hospitality Group Switches to Fairtrade Coffee
byPROTEA HOSPITALITY GROUP SWITCHES TO FAIRTRADE COFFEE DURING FAIRTRADE COFFEE WEEK The Protea Hospitality Group has switched to serving Fairtrade Certified Espresso Coffee in its…
Fairtrade Coffee Week 2013
byThis is the motif of this year’s FAIRTRADE COFFEE WEEK, a high energy campaign filled with gorgeous cappuccinos, caffeine-loaded events and exciting competitions.
Turning Trash into Electricity {Biogas}
byWaste should rarely go to waste. You might upcycle, recycle and donate at an impressive speed, but did you know that trash can be transformed into electricity, such a biogas? No, you’re not reading a sci-fi movie script idea!