It’s important to understand the difference between sanitising and disinfecting. Sanitising refers to cleaning one’s hands in order to reduce the number of potential pathogens that could be transmitted to others. Disinfecting refers to killing pathogens on surfaces, which may require chemicals harmful to humans, animals and the environment. Many manufacturers have … [Read more...]
Lighting for the future
With the current looming energy crisis in South Africa, and pressure exerted on governments and businesses alike for more sustainable energy solutions, LED lights have a bright future in space lighting solutions. LED lighting isn't a new technology; in fact, it has been around since the 1960's. LED light bulbs were originally used as a replacement for incandescent indicators … [Read more...]
Green design Part 1: basic principles for mindful spaces
Green Design is an exciting natural spin-off of the drive towards a sustainable future. Today Bronwyn looks at the background to this development. Next time we start telling the stories of innovative green designers and their whacky items we're all going to want in our homes and offices. Green design is not a new buzzword, it is not a style or a trend. Fashions come and go, … [Read more...]
Green magic for our super readers
The results of the Fairlady Consumer Awards, which were recently announced in the April issue of the magazine, reflect the growing trend of South African consumers' movement towards choosing greener and more sustainable alternatives where possible. Soylite Moisturising Candles took top honours in the Health & Wellness category; and Healing Earth Marula and Rose Face … [Read more...]
