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From unspoilt eco-tourism hub to dusty, mining town in 10 years? A perspective on mining in Mtunzini

By on January 12, 2012 in environment, indigenous, sustainability

HOW MINING WILL CHANGE MTUNZINI The tourism brochures boast about its ‘pristine coastline’ and ‘zig-zagging rivers and streams’ in a ‘clean and safe environment’. They also mention its commitment to the ‘preservation of its natural heritage’. But if mining giant Exxaro KZN Sands gets its way, all this could be lost for future generations who [...]

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Green Christmas

Happy Holidays

By on December 22, 2011 in environment

We’re closing down for Christmas and will only be back in the new year.  Thanks for all the support this year and happy holidays to all! Mulch Love, Sprig

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Priority Zone Rooftop Garden

By on December 19, 2011 in environment, garden

So COP17 is now behind us but Durban is stilled geared up for green. Go check out events at the Green Hub (http://www.durbangreencorridor.co.za/greenhub/), take a cycle along the beachfront or visit the Priority Zone Rooftop Garden (free entrance, coffee for sale), pictured below.

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Live UN Decade on Biodiversity

By on December 14, 2011 in environment

As the United Nations and the Ministry of Environment of Japan prepare to globally launch the Decade of Biodiversity in Kanazawa, Japan, governments, businesses and ordinary citizens are being asked to do their bit to save our planet’s delicate ecosystem over the next 10 years. With the COP17 summit in Durban concluding with hopes of [...]

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Climate Change Response Expo

By on December 4, 2011 in environment

We headed down to the Climate Change Response Expo on Saturday. Located in a gaggle of tents next to The Workshop, the expo hosts a number of stalls – from climate robots (courtesy of UKZN) to solar water heaters, electric cars and enviro-NGOs. Cape Town has an excellent stand showcasing all their green products. Durban’s [...]

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