A few years ago a tiny cicada-like insect made its way to the Nelson region bent on the devastation of our potato and tomato crops. Chemical sprays have now been developed to help combat the TPP, but those of us preferring organic methods have fewer options. I first noticed the infestation in our garden three […]
OK, sure – he’s selling a product, but this is inspiring stuff. You could be forgiven for thinking he actually wants to change the world – one battery at a time. And in case you miss it – it’s all being open-sourced.
Business South by Waterhouse Press, did a nice wee article on Ecofind this month.
We’ve had something of a breakthrough in the vegetable garden this season thanks to a friend who visited in the Spring expounding the virtues of mulching with fresh wood chip. We soon managed to track down a local arborist who could supply us with a truckload of shredded willow and cherry prunings. Used as a […]
Growing up with Star Wars and the promises that technology would deliver a utopian existence well before the turn of the century, I’m surprised someone hasn’t developed something like this sooner! Although, who knows when or if it will find a viable commercial application in the near future. When you’ve got hot lasers targeting and […]
‘Located in Barcelona’s hip Born district, the tiny apartment is a remodelled pigeon loft. Designed by architect Barbara Appolloni, Christian says the space was inspired by the space-saving furniture aboard boats, as well as the clean lines of a small Japanese home…’ Via littlethings.com
Recent research but the University of Auckland’s Liggins Institute suggests that most fish oil supplements marketed in New Zealand don’t live up to the claims made on the packaging.
“The 1972 book Limits to Growth, which predicted our civilisation would probably collapse some time this century, has been criticised as doomsday fantasy since it was published. […] So were they right?”
Losing our native species is not an inevitability but a choice – and one that could hurt New Zealand in more ways than we realise. That’s the message in a new book that will draw on one of the most comprehensive reviews of biodiversity and related policy done in New Zealand.
We love to spread the word about forward thinking businesses making NZ greener and smarter. And what better way for people to learn about great products than to actually have them!
We’re partnering with sustainable Kiwi businesses to give you the opportunity to win some great prizes.
Congratulations to our inaugural Summer Prize Draw winner! And thanks to Pouch Products for their fantastic prize packs. We think Pouch Products are such a great idea, we’d like to give you another chance to win some… So we’re running another draw with Pouch Products in January! Stay tuned – details coming soon.
Nelson Ecofest combines the best of the Home and Garden show with a green conscience and practical solutions for people seeking a sustainable future.
