Enviro Blog

You know things are getting pretty serious when a polar bear has to board a ship to make the world aware of its plight. Listen, what exactly are you meant to do when your ice is melting, politicians just will not listen and governments are fannying about as to whether or not you are officially endangered. Continue reading this blog post »

So we're told to meet Bob and have a photo taken. Expecting to discuss ad rates and eco wetsuits a second earlier, we find ourselves hugging an older man. The older man turns out to be the legendary Bob Meistrell, co-founder (with brother Bill) of Body Glove and pioneering waterman. It was short, sweet and an unexpected great pleasure. Continue reading this blog post »

So here's the scoop. Patagonia has just been named Eco Brand of the Year at the Volvo Eco Design forum in Munich during the ISPO tradeshow.

The prestigious award represents the recognition by the outdoor industry for Patagonia's efforts and intitatives to lower its impact on the environment. Continue reading this blog post »

Wandering through the jungle can be quite an unfamiliar practise for many. But if you ever find yourself slashing through the deepest Australian bush in your ancestors’ footsteps, be comforted by the very real possibility that their voices could echo from this bad boy’s nest. Continue reading this blog post »