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21 February 2012
The Financial Times called it “the most exciting new tower in the world” and we can see why there’s so much excitement about this green building – it’s the world’s first vertical forest! View Article 
16 February 2012
Imagine living in a house made out of glass bottles. You wouldn't be able to throw anything, let alone stones, but you could have a serious eco-tourism attraction on your hands! View Article 
2 February 2012
It's World Wetlands Day! Celebrated on 2 February, World Wetland Day celebrates the anniversary of the signing of the 1971 Convention on Wetlands of International Importance. View Article 
27 January 2012
Have you managed to maintain your New Year’s resolutions? If you plan to make 2012 a greener and healthier year for you and family, here are a few do-able green resolutions that will help you save money and the planet! View Article 
9 December 2011
It's treat to find original gifts for friends and family. And of course you can't go wrong when you go green! We've rounded up some awesome eco-chic gift ideas for Christmas! View Article 
17 November 2011
Over 200 delegates from around the world will be attending COP17 in Durban this month until 9 December to talk about climate change. Find out why we need to pay attention to the outcomes. View Article 
2 November 2011
Our blog, Get Green SA, has been nominated as 'Best Environmental Blog' in the South African Blog Awards 2011. Finalists are chosen by public vote and we'd love your support! View Article 
21 October 2011
We were chatting about the creative use of waste on our Facebook fan page. Candice Huddle, a fan and blog reader, shared this clever craft project with us and we just had to share it with you! View Article 
4 October 2011
It's WeedBuster Week (2 - 8 October 2011) and gardeners around South Africa are encouraged to remove invasive alien plants estimated to use 7% of our water resources! Find out what you can do to help... View Article 
27 September 2011
Wear green for 'Green Day' on Friday, 30 September and support the initiative to help make environmental awareness issues more mainstream. View Article 
16 September 2011
It's estimated that 7 million tons of plastic ends up in the ocean every year! The impact on marine life and our food chain is devastating. But the good news is that we can all make a difference! View Article 
14 September 2011
September is all about spring cleaning! Diarise these environmental events... View Article 
12 September 2011
According to the South African Plastic Recycling Organisation (Sapro), the national increase in recycling has led to job creation and economic growth. That's great news and all the more reason to recycle! To help get you started, here's a list of recycling drop-off points... View Article 
2 September 2011
Visit us at the HOMEMAKERS Expo at the CTICC from 1 - 4 September and you could win ISOTHERM Thermal Insulation for your home! View Article 
1 September 2011
Celebrate Arbour Week from 1 - 7 September and plant one of the trees of the year! View Article 
29 August 2011
Can you feel it? Spring, one of the best times to plant a tree, is almost here! And with Arbour Week coming up, we thought we'd share 12 steps to help you plant a tree... View Article 
16 August 2011
Stuck behind a desk while your thoughts wonder off to the weekend? We'd be happy to indulge your daydreams with beautiful South African green spaces worth visiting! First up...Helderberg Nature Reserve in Somerset West, Western Cape. View Article 
22 July 2011
Kamal Meattle learnt the value of fresh air 17 years ago when his lung capacity decreased by 70%. Today a much healthier Meattle is spreading the word that three common plants have the ability to purify air. View Article 
11 July 2011
Do you know close to 1 billion people don't have enough to eat? The UN recently warned that rising food prices could lead to riots but even more shocking, considering the circumstances, is the amount of good food we waste! Here are a few ways you can lessen the food waste pouring into South African landfills, save money and help feed people who don't have the means... View Article 
22 June 2011
With the rising cost of electricity and the increasing demand on limited fossil fuels, finding innovative ways to save electricity is more prevalent than ever before! Here are five steps to help you insulate a geyser with ISOTHERM Thermal Insulation. View Article 
2 June 2011
We've compiled a list of the easiest ways to green your day and save in honour of World Environment Day on 5 June. View Article 
2 June 2011
It's World Environment Day on 5 June. What will you be doing to protect our planet this Sunday? View Article 
Meet your eco-friendly cost saving insulator
29 May 2011The decision to insulate your home or work environment now not only makes sound economical sense in terms of energy saving benefits, it makes 'green' sense ' turning one man's junk into another man's treasure. View Article 
28 March 2011
Do you have to drive a hybrid vehicle or electrical car to drive green? Sure, "green" cars are cool and are sparking innovation and eco awareness, but approaching your current vehicle with a sustainability mindset can also help to save cost and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. View Article 
24 February 2011
Energy consumption in South Africa measured against output (GDP) is very high compared to other countries. In the past, the use of insulation materials & techniques has been very low. There is a misconception that insulation in building is not essential and regarded as a luxury item due to the low cost of electricity. View Article 
23 February 2011
Thermal insulation acts as a barrier to the movement of heat, therefore slowing down the escape of heat from a building in winter (when the outside temperature is lower) and the entry of heat into a building during summer (when the outside temperature is higher). View Article 
Say No to Electric Cooling
22 February 2011Air conditioners may offer tempting temporary relief from summer heat, but they're a huge environmental no-no. You may be cooling your home, but the fossil fuels you're burning in the process are only making your summers hotter. View Article 
The Basics
21 February 2011Thermal insulation acts as a barrier to the movement of heat, therefore slowing down the escape of heat from a building in winter (when the outside temperature is lower) and the entry of heat into a building during summer (when the outside temperature is higher). View Article 
8 February 2011
Adopting a green lifestyle at home is a good first step toward living healthier and helping to save the planet, but you can extend your influence even more by going green at work too. View Article 
1 February 2011
Some people don't love Valentine's Day, claiming it's a marketing holiday designed to suck your wallet dry. We, however, think that even if the intentions may not have been pure, the idea of a day to celebrate the idea of love is a good one. That said, because, at base, it's a consumer-driven holiday, it runs the risk of being bad for the planet. Here's a quick list of ten things you can do to keep Valentine's Day about love for people and the earth! View Article 
Which is greener - plastic wrap or a reusable container?
18 January 2011What is better for the environment - using plastic wrap or reusable plastic containers? Like so many questions related to going green, the answer depends on a number of things. View Article 
2 December 2010
When it comes to saving water, South Africans are getting sloppy and litteraly flushing one of our most valuable resources down the drain! Check out these easy and efficient tips for saving water, and see how a small bit of effort goes a long way... View Article 
17 November 2010
There are many types of Insulation on the market. They are all effective if they are used for the correct application. View Article
17 November 2010
The R-value ' Thermal Resistance is a direct indication of the performance of the product. The higher the R-value, the better the insulating effect of the insulation will be. View Article
17 November 2010
As mentioned in the discussion on R-value, it is obvious that the criteria for a sustainable R-value are a sustainable thickness and a constant K-value (density and weight). View Article
17 November 2010
Isotherm is made from recycled PET bottles ('plastic' cooldrink bottles) that are heat bonded without any chemicals or added fire retardants. View Article 
15 November 2010
This Modern Curved Roof Green House Stylish Eco Statement has innovative structural form. This 'Muswell House' location in Piddington, Oxfordshire of the UK, designed by Adrian James Architect. Beside of that this modern home designs very environmentally. A new detached house designed to match its neighbours in its use of stone and tiles. View Article 
19 October 2010
This house was constructed by using reclaimed, recycled and sustainable materials and products. View Article 
18 October 2010
Several green strategies compromise acoustics ' discover which have the most impact and how to address them. Open-plan environments with daylighting can be productive workspaces ' as long as acoustics aren't forgotten. At SHW Group's office in Plano, TX, discreet soundmasking speakers hang from an open-plenum ceiling. View Article 
18 October 2010
Can light-colored rooftops and roads really curb carbon emissions and combat global climate change? The idea has been around for years, but now, a new study by researchers at Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory that is the first to use a global model to study the question has found that implementing cool roofs and cool pavements in cities around the world can not only help cities stay cooler, they can also cool the world, with the potential of canceling the heating effect of up to two years of worldwide carbon dioxide emissions. View Article 
14 October 2010
The ever-increasing pace of the modern world and the demands of today's consumer put enormous pressure on professionals who need time, space and energy to create. 'The luxury of long lead times and a team of support staff are hard to find in today's lean business environment,' says Albert Hoenck, sales and marketing manager of Brits Nonwoven, manufacturer of ISOTHERM Thermal Insulation. View Article 
22 September 2010
Maintaining an optimal temperature in your home during the summer can be difficult for everyone but especially for those who do not own an air conditioning unit. View Article 
22 September 2010
How do we avoid using poisons in our homes to get rid of bugs? Many of us simply reach for the poison aerosol when the ants invade or the flies arrive with the summer heat. View Article 
22 September 2010
A green home is an ideal that we all wish for but that is difficult to attain, no matter how dedicated, informed or conscious we may be. View Article 
21 September 2010
Spring has already creeped in and the buds are in full bloom - you can already catch a glimpse of the heat summer will bring in. Everyone knows that electricity bills go through the roof during the summer. But with a little ingenuity, you can cut corners while still keeping cool. View Article 
13 September 2010
Whether the catalyst for the upcoming SANS 204 legislation is part of Eskom's bailout plan or whether it is an honourable big picture strategy to reduce greenhouse gas emissions matters not. The results will be energy efficient sustainable buildings; a move to further South Africa's energy-efficient and green building sector. View Article 
6 September 2010
Hello South Africa, and a warm welcome to Arbour Week, where we celebrate our precious natural resources! ISOTHERM lives up to this code the whole year through. Our 100% recycled insulation, which decreases the need to heat or cool your home brings the outdoors in - priceless! View Article 
6 September 2010
Check out this little video that shows you the life cycle of a plastic product, and how it can serve through to many of its generations! View Article
6 September 2010
Plastic bottles are going a long way and by using them to produce ISOTHERM, Brits Nonwoven is not only manufacturing safe and accessible roof insulation, but is helping to create income for some of the country's poorest people. What are you doing with your plastic? View Article
6 September 2010
We've been looking at waste as a resource for over 12 years. These designers looked at waste and saw the potential for equally beautiful and functional art installations. View Article 
6 September 2010
The Earth's resources are far from infinite, so, with Arbour week kicking things off in September, let 2010 be the year for an astute shift towards the conservation of some of SA's natural commodities! If you yearn to do your bit for the planet but are not quite sure where to start, what better way than with music? View Article 
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