Fruits and vegetables in season by month: October
Mushrooms, chestnuts, pomegranates and grapes are only some of the foods in season in October. Here’s the list to buy and eat sustainably this month.
Citi Bike, New York’s bike sharing grows in the name of sustainability
Like every new trend in New York City, bike sharing has its advocates and critics. Yet Citi Bike is an important step towards transformation and sustainability.
Armani goes fur-free
The Armani Group decided to eliminate animal fur from its collections. According to the Fur Free Alliance it’s a “historic day” for the fashion industry.
The best trees to improve the face (and air) of cities
Trees play an important role in reducing emissions and smog in big cities. There are species that are more suited for this purpose, here are a few.
Elder, precious berries to recover from the cold
Useful for the respiratory tract in case of cold, elderberries promote perspiration and regulate the body temperature.
Aronia, inca and maqui berries, to be the picture of health
Dried, squeezed or in supplement form, these berries contain a wide array of antioxidants and beneficial nutrients.
10 plants blooming in winter gardens
Nature never sleeps. And when we can’t take a break from cold temperatures, there are plants that can colour our winter garden.
DIY beauty treatments with apples and other autumnal fruits
Autumn is the perfect period to pamper yourselves. Here are a few DIY beauty treatments with apples, grapes and pomegranates.
Ocean tides will supply electricity to over 155,000 British families
Construction of a plant that will use the rise and fall of ocean tides to generate renewable power is ready to start. The plant will generate enough electricity to power 155,000 homes for 120 years.
Home remedies for dry, chapped hands
Cold temperatures, excessive use of water, manual labour can damage the hand’s protective layer of skin. Here are a few tips to take care of it.