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27 March 2012
It’s no coincidence that leafy suburbs are in demand in the property market. According to studies, trees can increase property value and help homeowners save money! View Blog 
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 Blog 
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... View Blog 
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 Blog 
12 September 2011
According to the South African Plastic Recycling Organisation (Sapro), the national increase in recycling has led to job creation. 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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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 Blog
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 Blog 
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 Blog 
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