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Don't just dream green
Right. The regulatory environment is friendly enough to make new homes more comfortable and cheaper to run (see “Go green or go home”), but what can you do about your existing home? Can greening ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Martin Hatchuel
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02 Oct 2014
Is green investing the way to go?
South Africa's construction industry is going green with energy-efficiency building regulations having come into effect in November last year, which are aimed at boosting green architecture.
From December 2011, all new buildings ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Cathy Nolan
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14 Sep 2012
Save the grid... and your pocket
As South Africa struggles with an ongoing energy crisis, inefficiency and waste still occur across the board. You can do your bit to cut electricity usage, and save some cash in the process...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Jacqueline Gray
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05 Feb 2015
The appeal of "Off-The-Grid" living
Increases in water and electricity prices have seen a renewed interest in off-the-grid living.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Press
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09 Nov 2018
The best ways to green up your home
Whether you’re renovating or building from scratch, follow the global trend and make your improvements eco-friendly.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Bridget McNulty
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16 Aug 2012
Common mistakes that sellers make
3 things that sellers need to reconsider before putting their home on the market.
Property Advice
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Press
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22 Jan 2019
What’s big in smaller homes?
Home buyers all over the world are increasingly opting for smaller homes packed with energy-saving equipment, luxury finishes and state-of-the-art-techology.
Lifestyle and Decor
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Meg Wilson
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04 Jun 2015
The world’s going green
When we used to think of “greenie” types, we generally thought of long-haired hippy youngsters who chain themselves to trees and refer to themselves as eco warriors. Times have changed and, these days, most of us have become far ...
Lifestyle and Decor
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Lea Jacobs
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18 Sep 2014
Buyers Are Going Green
Granite countertops and laminate flooring are so 2009. The hot finishes this year are solar panels, boreholes and whatever else will help you to save energy, water and money in your home.
Property Advice
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Antoinette McDonald
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18 Mar 2010
Going Green At Home
Our quick guide to going green at home, and why it matters in the long run.
News
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Cath Jenkin
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06 Apr 2020
