January 22, 2016

Water Angels: Kindness during South Africa’s Severe Drought

For many South Africans, the water crisis has reached rock bottom. But, while the country remains in the grip of a severe drought, relief has come […]
June 5, 2011

Zimbabwe-China Land Deal: Social & Environmental Costs?

A portion of Zimbabwe’s new black farmers will be trading part of their land to Chinese investors, in exchange for funding for infrastructural development and other […]
May 23, 2011

Greenwashing Sins Exposed!

Greenwashing is defined as the act of misleading consumers about the environmental practices of a company or the environmental benefits of a product or service. The […]
May 22, 2011

Energy-Efficient Cooking

No matter what oven and hob you have in your home, there are a whole host of things that you can do to save energy and […]
May 20, 2011

How to Raise Greener Kids

Often, by choosing to go green as parents, we are able to save money by cutting down on consumption and waste. We’re also teaching our kids […]
May 18, 2011

Greener Golf Greens

With more than 32 000 golf courses globally, and counting, it is imperative that we find ways to make golf courses more sustainable! Love them or […]
April 25, 2011

Ash: 7 Ways to Extend Your Wood Fire’s Benefits

The ashes left behind from a wood fire are a valuable and versatile by-product. Here are 7 great uses for your leftover ash: 1. FIRE STARTERS: […]
April 24, 2011

10 Eco-Friendly Winter Warmers

South Africa: In the thick of winter we’re going to want to keep warm and cosy! We’re not going to want to give up any of […]
March 28, 2011

Save Water & the Environment with a Rain Garden

What is a rain garden? A rain garden is an attractive landscaping feature planted with perennial native plants. It is a bowl-shaped or saucer-shaped garden with […]
March 26, 2011

Our Food Costs Water!

Did You Know??… On average, it takes about 3 000 litres of water per person to produce our daily food… TOP 5 FOODS THAT USE THE […]
November 6, 2010

Standard Bank head office gets R2,3m solar hybrid water-heating system

Banking group Standard Bank has invested R2,3-million in a hybrid solar water heating and heat pump system at the company’s head office in Johannesburg, as it […]
June 28, 2010

Effects of Rainwater and Water pH on Plant Growth

Visit Ecovitality to read about eco-health and Sevenpointfive natural health supplements (good quality drinking water is one of Sevenpointfive’s core principles for acquiring and maintaining good […]
June 14, 2010

Preparedness: Water Storage Tips

Some preparedness authorities recommend storing at least 14 gallons (53 litres) of water per person, which amounts to a two-week supply. This would mean a family […]