There is a quote that states that simple is not necessarily easy. This is the case with installing a rainwater harvesting system, greywater recycling system, pool backwash saver and municipal water backup system. There are relatively few components involved, especially for a basic system, just a water tank, a few
There has been a recent movement in creating smart homes and buildings. New projects are being designed with the environment in mind, not just being built with eco-friendly materials, but also providing for their occupants. Original buildings are being retro-fitted to be more environmentally friendly. These enhanced smart homes and
While we have been completely focussed on the Covid-19 pandemic, some other startling issues have arisen that threaten our existence and have almost slipped through our fingers. The documentary “Kiss The Ground” uncovers the inconvenient reality that life on the planet is dying. Mostly as a result of human activity.
Looking at past articles about becoming a prepper or a backdoor survivalist seemed a little extreme a few years ago. We have had many years of abundance, but with load-shedding, water-shedding and COVID-1,9 the world we know has changed. This is especially true if you are living in a drought-stricken
It’s in the news on a daily basis, region to region, town to town, where there is some sort of water crisis. From burst pipelines allowing the water supply to become contaminated, to residents stranded high and dry for hours on end without water. The solutions are falling behind the
Grey Water to the Ground Why it is a Viable OptionIf you live in areas where there are no water restrictions then you are most likely irrigating your garden with clean, drinkable water. But do you really need to water your plants with water straight from a mainline supply? If
Grey Water Gardening Giving Purpose to Second Hand WaterGrey water gardening is not just for the experts. It is for anyone who loves to spend time in the garden. Keeping the green theme going, grey water harvesting is a perfect solution to an ongoing water shortage problem. Not only is it a
Water Friendly Community Saving Water TogetherWater Friendly Community Saving Water Together. There are a lot of water saving tips available that is really helpful and to date, with people being water wise, major saving efforts have reaped success. That said, South Africa, and the Western Cape in particular, is not out of the woods
