Wetlands are nature’s way of cleaning and supporting the surrounding habitat, but these amazing and complex waterways are being overlooked as an answer to current climate woes. Now is the perfect time to leap into conservation efforts....
As consumers, our shopping choices can affect the future of unique ecosystems, such as the Amazon Basin. So, until further legislation is passed to protect the rainforests of the world, what should be left out of our shopping baskets?...
Corporate social responsibility (CSR) is an important part of many businesses’ mission statements. But are their customers even aware of it? Here is an overview of corporate conscience...
Climate change is now a firmly ingrained issues on the political map in Australia. What are the implications of global warming for Australia and what can you do about it?...
Planet Ark has created a laundry powder that is designed for those with sensitive skin. Made from plant-based ingredients, the fragrance-free laundry powder has no petrochemicals....
Organic gardening is a fantastic way to support a green and sustainable lifestyle that benefits both your health and the health of the planet! Read more »
Composting is the perfect way to turn household waste into garden treasure, saving the environment while improving your soil. Add some worms, keep it all turning and the results will be worth your while. Read more »
Biodynamics is a method of growing crops that uses only natural substances and means to promote growth and discourage pests, working in harmony with the forces of nature and the cosmos, to constantly rejuvenate the soil and produce healthy plants. Read more »
No matter if you only have a small patch of ground to call your own, growing your own food is still possible. Find out why balcony gardening is such a growth industry. Read more »
Australia and New Zealand have millions of unwanted and superseded electronic gadgets. Find out why the backward stance of these countries just does not compute. Read more »
Recycling is more than just sorting paper from plastic and putting it in the appropriate bin. True recycling involves reducing waste and reusing the items already in our households. It’s easier than you think. Read more »
The problems with plastic are both environmental and health-related. Learn how to reduce your exposure and protect the planet from these common but toxic chemicals. Read more »
The ongoing struggle to reform forestry practices and preserve jobs in Tasmania. Read more »
The dream of an ecologically sustainable village, nestled in the heart of a rain forest, is turning into reality thanks to the enthusiasm of a handful of visionaries at the Ethos Foundation. Read more »
EM is an earth saving breakthrough with endless applications in agriculture, industry and the home. Read more »
Sharks are facing the very real possibility of extinction as they become victims to overfishing and as the taste for shark meat and shark fin soup grows. Read more »
How to make sustainable seafood choices for your own health and for that of the environment Read more »
The orangutan was once found across South-East Asia including in China and Vietnam and Cambodia, but their survival has been threatened since the mid-1970s as human impacts have reduced their habitats to the islands of Sumatra and Borneo. Read more »
Tapping into grey water is a great way to keep your garden flourishing when there are water restrictions. Keep reading for more tips on how to use grey water. Read more »
10 easy ways to go organic and lead a sustainable lifestyle. Read more »
With advances in technology and a few changes to our habits, we can create a better, more environmentally-friendly way to drive. Read more »
Stone and wood offer a warm contrast to the sterile minimalism that tends to dominate contemporary homes. Read more »
As elephants’ survival is placed in jeopardy, locations in Thailand and Sri Lanka are turning their refuges into places of charm and enchantment, where human and elephant can connect. Read more »
The hemp plant can be used to make everything from clothes to musical instruments and houses and is providing an alternative solution in light of the current crises our world faces. Read more »
Wind power creates more jobs per unit of energy generated than coal power and is the most viable of renewable sources. Power shortages might be averted if we utilise these forms of renewable energy. Read more »
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