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Sunscreen check: Are you contributing to coral bleaching?
We explain how sunscreens cause coral bleaching – and we give you some safe alternatives that are available in South Africa.
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South Africa’s paper consumption hits new high
South Africans used 2.4-million tonnes of paper in 2022, the most paper since 2013. Find out how much of it was recycled.
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groundWork: Battling big bosses for environmental equality
We speak to groundWork about their efforts to achieve environmental justice ‘in a heartless system’ that puts profit before people.
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Composting: How to set up your own worm farm
Worm tea makes a very nutritious and non-toxic liquid feed for your plants. Setting up your own worm farm is pretty quick – here’s how to do it.
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Simple steps to healthy soil
Healthy soil is the foundation of any garden. Follow these steps so that your plants and vegetables can flourish.
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Young eco-champion is turning his green dreams into reality
Twelve-year-old Romario Valentine has completed more than 330 beach clean-ups, raised money for endangered animals and written a book about the environment.
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Rethread Africa: Searching for a solution to Kenya’s clothing waste
Kenya is known for its rich culture, beautiful landscapes – and its mountains of textile waste. We chat to a team that’s determined to help solve the problem
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Greenwashing: How to separate facts from fakes
Companies often do their best to appear environmentally friendly, tugging at our ‘green’ heartstrings. But few of them put in the work. Here’s how to spot the fakes
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Zero-waste living: Where to shop in SA
A round-up of shops in the Western Cape, Gauteng and KwaZulu-Natal where you can find plastic-free and sustainable alternatives.
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Rather put a cork in it
Cork is a remarkable material that’s natural, hypoallergenic and biodegradable. But, it could be facing competition from synthetic alternatives.
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