By Melanie Ham We all know what a headache it has become to hail a cab lately in Shanghai. How many times have you seen the green light on the top, but a red light on the meter and a driver shaking his head while scowling at you as you try to flag him? I’ve … Continued
When living in a wonderful but often stressful city like Shanghai, having a place of sanctuary to call home is top of most people’s priorities but how easy is it to achieve calm and relaxation amidst the mayhem? Living in rented properties (as most expats do) presents certain limits but there are still plenty of … Continued
This Dutch Student’s Paper Recycling Technique Is Turning Paper Into Logs The key to a greener future isn’t just finding new and renewable sources of energy and production: we also need to find use for the tons of waste we’ve already generated. Leaps in technology, and some good old fashioned backyard innovation like Carter Zufelt’s … Continued
This article is dedicated to all the mamas(and papas) who have ever wondered if there is a way to re-purpose the piles of blocks once their children have grown out of Lego .It will inspire you to change the world,a colorful piece at a time~Kavi Seeing Lego Blocks Patch Up Buildings is Nostalgic, to Say the Least The … Continued
Everyone wants to live coherently with the environment but it seems too daunting of a task if we don’t know how to.Frankly speaking we are so wrapped up in every day life to take up additional challenges .Here are some few easy everyday steps that can make an impact and can baby-step us into a environment conscious way of living without … Continued
Most of us are daunted when we hear terms like Zero waste,it seems larger than life and unattainable in our crazy urban lives.Zero waste has been viewed as a radical but completely necessary lifestyle to fight off climate change. Research has proven that habituating environment friendly choices into our daily life can bring drastic changes into our environment.Lets learn how … Continued
Regrown vegetables add character to a home, meal and it’s a fact that gardening makes you feel great. However, there are 3 things to consider before you get started on this frugal practice. Plan Ahead When Regrowing Vegetables From Your Home kitchen First off, this isn’t a permanent solution without investing in some pots, soil … Continued
