We hear much noise over the need to buy local and especially, organic. The Obamas are one reason, but the past several years have seen a backlash against processed foods and a surge in combating the USA’s hideous obesity problem. Buying organic, however, requires more than purchasing products with a green leaf on the label. [...]
It’s my first article for Green Te@ Magazine, and having just returned from a trip abroad, I thought I’d share some tips for how you can be more eco-friendly while you are on the road. To me, being “green” is not just about buying that recycled or fair-trade product: sustainability in part relies on just [...]
The concept: Save energy and reduce waste by creating a single space where food can be grown, stored, cooked and composted. Features include a hanging dish rack that sends dripping water onto an herb garden below. The cutting board slides, so food scraps can be easily swept into the composting bin below. The large orange [...]
Kamal Meattle explains how 3 common plants that can be grown in your office or home, will result in measurably cleaner indoor air quality. The three plants are the Areca Palm, Mother-in-law’s Tongue and the Money plant which are all easily found. According to Meattle the research has found that growing these plants in Indian [...]