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Power your home using Solar PV

24/03/2023|

Why Solar and How it Works

Many homeowners are installing solar power systems to reduce their reliance on Eskom, lower their electricity bills, and make their homes more environmentally friendly. Most electricity in a home is used in the early mornings and evenings and not during the day when solar power production is at its maximum.

Insects for your next meal?

14/05/2021|

It seems what environmentalists and foodies have long hailed as the future is becoming a reality in several Western Countries. For instance, a report carried in https://www.grainews.ca, stated that grasshopper burgers were finding their way to Switzerland. Coop Switzerland launched a new line of food products that are made from insects — the insect burger and

Are Hybrid Cars the Future for Africa?

14/05/2021|

According to a survey conducted by Accenture, consumer expectations state that a reduction in fuel usage or elimination of fuel is not a primary concern. Reliability, performance and affordability are the drivers to consumer interests in hybrid cars.

Are you paying too much for your electricity bill?

20/11/2020|

The cost of living is high and it is not about to slow down. Monthly bills emanating from inefficient use of electricity and poor management of energy appliances often leads to high electricity bills incurred by both consumers and business owners. Some have been shocked at their exorbitant electricity bills because of estimated billings by

Smart Consumer Guide

12/09/2020|

We have been exploring how best to simplify the entire “smart living” theme. Each edition has a page dedicated to simple tips on smart living. Here are some very simplified tips that we felt we should recap again, seeing as we start a new season. 

Reduce meat consumption – Buy local fruits and vegetables as opposed