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south african lands key position on world green building council
Bruce Kerswill, GBCSABruce Kerswill, Chairman of the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) and the person who facilitated the formation of the council, has been elected as the Vice Chairman of...
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inspiring change gathering
Inspiring Change: 18 - 20 Nov, CTICCRunning concurrently with the Green Expo this weekend (18th - 20th Nov), the Cape Town Climate Change Coalition is hosting a gathering called Inspiring Change.Held...
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be inspired this weekend
What's on this weekend... 17 / 18 / 19 NovemberOur green guide to this weekendCarrotmob Cape Town:Join Climate Smart Cape Town in South Africa's first carrotmob this weekend in the heart of...
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the first multi-watt wind turbines to be built in SA
Plans for locally manufactured multi-megawatt turbines:A milestone for our local green economy?The intimidating size of the blade mould was obviousLast week marked the launch of I-WEC’s rotor blade...
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home DIY - fun, simple, satisfying, green!
The more I see how much DIY has become a worldwide trend in recent years - due to lack of money and a growing green conscience - the more I am beginning to believe that the recession has helped to...
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v&a waterfront gets vertical garden as part of green development
Large-scale construction is in full swing at the V&A Waterfront as the R1-billion transformation of the Clock Tower Precinct into a premier 'lifestyle destination' is taking shape.Given the...
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stand up for chappies
“My message to the people of Cape Town is get involved. This is your mountain. We are custodians of this mountain for future generations. I feel we have to stand up".So says Fiona Hinds who was...
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government building gets green star SA rating
An agency of the Department of Transport is leading the way for government as the first parastatal in South Africa to achieve a Green Star SA rating for one of its buildings. Worldwide, buildings are...
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Natural Pool Revolution!
Yes, we can have clear, gorgeous swimming pools without it costing nature!Natural systems can keep pool water clear!Jenny Louw’s beautiful, bio-diverse swimming pool is a wonder to look at. Like a...
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hot new designs - winners of the no kak sustainable design showcase
1st prize: SHOOTS by Gabrielle BirkenmeyerIn March 2012, the Eco Design Initiative hosted its highlight events, the Sustainable Design Showcase at City Hall and the Fresh Talent Challenge, a social...
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