“It will have to come from individuals!” “Oh no, my dear friend: Individual action will no change the system!” “Well but then what is the system made of – if not individuals?” “Politicians. Yes, yes… Well they are so universally similar. Just set out for their own interests.” “Come now. Let us not mistake the universe for our […]
About me
My name is Léa Weimann, I am a passionate eco-activist born at 366ppm of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere. I hold an MA (honours) in International Relations & Sustainable Development from the University of St Andrews in Scotland. My happy space is to be outside, appreciate nature and do outdoor activities. Speaking about my passion and sustainability is one of […]
Water crisis & drought in South Africa
RECURRENT WATER CRISES IN SOUTH AFRICA AND TIPS ON HOW TO SAVE WATER What every tourist visiting Cape Town should know: Since 2000 it is evident that if a draught was to strike Cape Town the water supply for the ever- expanding city would become critical. However, no foresight planning was done by the responsible governmental bodies. When the water […]
The Effect of Polystyrene
Why is it bad for the environment? Non- biodegradable: Once discarded into the environment it does not biodegrade for hundreds of years. It produces huge litter problems. Polystyrene debits are hazardous to marine life and the toxic chemicals that are ingested by marine life and therefore re-appear in the food chain. The production of polystyrene contributes largely to the depletion […]