sustainability

Navigating Eskom’s prepaid deadline: What every prepaid solar user needs to know

With the looming 24 November 2024 deadline to update prepaid electricity meters, nearly 2.8 million South African households must act swiftly to avoid potential service interruptions. This urgent requirement comes at a time when households are already feeling the impact of rising electricity costs and Eskom’s newly introduced tariff structures. Rein Snoeck Henkemans, CEO of […]

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Sustainable living: Repurposing invasive trees

South Africa has a significant issue with invasive and alien tree species that have spread across nearly 10 million hectares of land, consuming around 7% of the country’s precious water resources each year. Imagine these as uninvited guests at a party – and having made themselves at home, they’re incredibly hard to remove. Despite the

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Smart toilets: Sustainability and luxury

Bathrooms have evolved from purely functional spaces to personal sanctuaries, and in South Africa, smart toilets are leading this transformation. Offering a blend of modern convenience, advanced hygiene and water efficiency, smart toilets are fast becoming a must-have in homes. What are smart toilets? Smart toilets are a revolution in bathroom technology. These advanced fixtures

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The layperson’s guide to water security and what it costs

Climate change and increasingly unpredictable weather may be reasons more South Africans are considering their water security, but so are creaking infrastructure and rising costs. Residents of Cape Town and Gqeberha can attest to what it’s like when the rain doesn’t fall and Day Zero looms. While climate change is exacerbating weather patterns over time,

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Beyond ordinary knitwear

Newly launched label Eryca embodies the philosophy that life should be lived in colour. Defined by bright hues, locally sourced yarns and energetic patterns, founder Erica Morgan-Tanton envisioned something beyond ordinary knitwear. With a profound appreciation for the texture and sensibility of yarn, she’s crafted a brand where sustainability meets indulgence. “In creating Eryca, I

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Inspiring young children to become e-waste warriors

Cartoon Network Africa, the leading kids’ TV channel in South Africa, is partnering with the local E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) as part of its Climate Champions initiative. The collaboration aims to educate and empower children about the increasing challenge of electronic waste (e-waste). As a registered producer responsibility organisation, ERA is dedicated to improving e-waste

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Balancing luxury and sustainability in the shower

The human need for wellness competes with the growing need to conserve water and energy. This poses an inner conflict for every individual. In private households, the hot shower represents one of the biggest sources of energy costs and CO2 emissions. Yet, for many, the daily shower in particular is an indispensable part of the

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Reusable bottles vs beverages packaged in plastic – which come out top?

One of the most enduring misconceptions about PET – the recyclable and food-grade plastic most often used for beverage bottles – is that it pollutes our environment. As a result, many are pushing consumers to switch to reusable/refillable bottles, but few are asking the important question: Do reusable bottles trump beverages originally packed and sold

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The Body Shop's make up display

Immerse yourself in the world of The Body Shop

The Body Shop continues its mission to transform the customer experience with the opening of its latest Workshop store at Nicolway in Bryanston, Johannesburg. This transformation marks a significant step in the brand’s commitment to enhancing customer experiences. The newly revamped Nicolway Workshop store invites customers to immerse themselves in the world of The Body

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