Being ‘green’ is more than just being aware of how many trees are being planted, or which delicious celebrity is adding his/her name to a new cause. There are simple steps you can take in your daily habits that overall will make a positive impact on the pollution footprint of...
One woman’s battle to protect nature (VIDEO)
posted by Marisa Crous
Mining will Destroy Life’s Balance from Green Renaissance on Vimeo. Watch this short video on Vanessa Bristow’s plight to save the beautiful Mapungubwe Reserve. It really gives you a lot of perspective on what battles need to be fought in order to preserve nature as we know and...
Manu the frog
posted by Life in Balance
It was a typical Cape Town winter’s morning, dark with some rain and Dr Miaow – the intrepid cat who lives with me – had been on his early morning (pre-dawn) jaunt. I heard him call and knew the sound well; it was the sound of a proud cat that had brought me a ‘gift’. In the time...
For the love of birds
posted by Marisa Crous
The Guardian from Green Renaissance on Vimeo. The Guardian is a short film starring Tribute “Birdie” Mboweni, who was featured in our Green Issue as a green warrior. “The Guardian follows a young environmental ambassador with a tangible enthusiasm for birds, conservation and...
Saving African Penguins
posted by Life in Balance
Earlier this year BirdLife International announced that the African Penguin had moved from the Vulnerable to the Endangered list. With a decline in numbers from 150 000 pairs in 1956 to fewer than 26 000 in 2009, one can see why.
Want to start a herb garden?
posted by Life in Balance
Growing herbs and vegetables in winter does take a bit more effort and care; after all it’s not their natural growing season. But growth does continue, although at a slower pace, and by choosing hardy herbs and vegetables that prefer cooler conditions it is possible to keep a supply of fresh greens on the table.
Five ways to a greener wardrobe
posted by Life in Balance
Looking for ways to update your wardrobe without making a dent in your wallet or on the planet? We asked eco-designer and founder of Sew Last Season, Elena Garcia, for her tips on making the most of what you’ve got.
Cooking Shouldn’t Kill Campaign
posted by Life in Balance
Wondering what to cook tonight, or whether to just get a take-away? As the fortunate few debate the next convenience option to making dinner (or skipping it altogether) consider the millions of women in the developing world who have to cook on stoves either fuelled by wood or paraffin....
Green Outfits
posted by Marisa Crous
Jessi Arrington is a designer that lives a life of conscious consumption. She only buys and wears second hand and recycled clothes! She recently gave a TED talk to explain how she lives this green life and how this inspires her to be more creative with her wardrobe. This is, of course, what...
