Plastic has become one of the most common materials in our daily lives, yet its history is relatively short compared to other materials like metal or glass. From its invention to the present day, plastic has transformed industries, economies, and lifestyles. But this convenience comes at a heavy cost to our planet. This blog explores the key moments that shaped our dependence on plastic, explains how plastic is made, and highlights the urgent environmental challenges we face

Litter is more than just an eyesore. It harms wildlife, pollutes waterways, and can even affect human health. Picking up litter might seem like a small act, but it creates a ripple effect that benefits your community and the environment in many ways. This post explores the surprising advantages of litter picking, showing why this simple activity deserves more attention and participation.

People often treat public areas like they're someone else's cluttered garage, while their homes are their own sparkling castles. You can blame it on all sorts of psychological, social, and cultural quirks

Global plastic production has surged from 2 million tonnes in 1950 to over 400 million tonnes annually. Single-use plastics linger in the environment for centuries, with bags lasting 20 years, bottles 450 years, and fishing lines 600 years. Only 9% of plastic is recycled, 12% is incinerated, and 79% accumulates in landfills or the environment.

Microplastics are released from plastic bottles during manufacturing, storage, transport and consumption, especially when exposed to sunlight and temperature changes.

Greenpeace Africa has vehemently condemned Coca-Cola for its significant reliance on single-use plastic and the resulting environmental damage, especially in Africa.

Every time we sip iced tea from a plastic cup, store leftovers in a flimsy plastic container, or wear “breathable” activewear, we’re exposing ourselves to an invisible menace: microplastics and the chemicals they carry.

The primary contributors to light pollution include poorly designed outdoor lighting fixtures, excessive brightness, and the overuse of artificial light in both public and private spaces.

Reports reveal that untreated sewage flows freely into South Africa's rivers, turning them into "rivers of sewage."

A decade ago, only two collections a year were available. Nowadays, some brands and fashion houses put out two collections a month.

As the excitement for the upcoming Paris Olympics surges, a significant dilemma has emerged regarding the hosting of the open ceremony and s

 Microbeads in products like exfoliants and toothpaste can easily enter water systems. Look for natural alternatives such as products with o

The evolution of anti-litter campaigns in South Africa from 1974 to 2024 reflects a nation's growing environmental consciousness and its eff

Air pollution is a major environmental concern. It can harm the health of humans, animals, plants and can even damage buildings. At least...

What are nurdles? A nurdle can be defined as a very small pellet of plastic that serves as the raw material in the manufacturing of...