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Biodynamic Farmers Conference returns to Camphill

June 30, 2014 Leave a Comment

The second Annual Biodynamic Farmers Conference will be held at Camphill Farm, Hermanus from 2 - 6 July. This is a civil society, farmer-led initiative aimed at a two year apprenticeship training on biodynamic farms that is accompanied by the internationally accredited Crossfields Institute. Biodynamic farming is practiced throughout the world and is particularly strong in … [Read more...]

First 5 international Hope Spots coming to SA

May 10, 2014 Leave a Comment

Dr Sylvia Earle will lead a Mission Blue Expedition to South Africa to launch the country's first five Hope Spots in December 2014. Sustainable Seas Trust and BirdLife South Africa are organizing the tour, in concert with a number of supporting organizations with a view to igniting public support for marine conservation. Dr Sylvia Earle, the architect of the Hope Spot … [Read more...]

Energy saving technologies could save the day

January 28, 2013 Leave a Comment

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Hunger and poverty go hand in hand. Every cent saved could mean a lot to a starving child; so reduction of fuel costs could mean the difference between going to bed without food or having a meal. Energy saving technologies abound…from old fashioned ideas such as a Haybox or Wonderbox to a myriad of designs for rocket stoves. However, this knowledge is not being passed on to … [Read more...]

Cooking with newspaper and blankets

November 2, 2011 Leave a Comment

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At a demonstration given recently by the Vuka Energy Savings Team at the RDP Centre in Zwelihle, Hermanus, a very appreciative audience thoroughly enjoy the presentation given by Florentina Radebe (pictured), with Anton Boshoff of Blue Moon, Stanford, showing his latest Rocket Stove, which generated much interest from the men attending the morning's offerings. Florentina … [Read more...]

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