Partnership fuels environmental and social transformation

Greater Tygerberg Partnership Nov. 15, 2024, 11 a.m.

The Greater Tygerberg Partnership (GTP), and the EPR Waste Association of South Africa NPO (eWASA) have partnered in a groundbreaking partnership aimed at driving long-term environmental and social transformation in …

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FNB’s Green Star rated Portside building Hosts Earthshot Week 2024

Admin@adcyxagency.co.za Nov. 8, 2024, 6:51 a.m.

As part of its commitment to reducing environmental impact and fostering a greener economy, FNB is proud to have had it’s iconic 5-Star Green rated Portside building, selected to host …

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The SPAR Group champions true value and sustainability – ‘My SPAR. Our Tomorrow’.

Admin@adcyxagency.co.za Oct. 9, 2024, 8:31 p.m.

The SPAR Group is leading the thinking in the fight against climate change. Driving true value and sustainability remains our public commitment to the future of our brand, our society …

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National Arbor Month: Engen’s Heidi Russell Making a Positive Environmental Impact

Engen Sept. 20, 2024, 12:58 p.m.

This National Arbor Month, Engen is celebrating employees who are making a difference. Passionate environmentalist Heidi Russell, one of Engen’s in-house graphic designers, is making a significant contribution to environmental …

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Bonnie Bio - Go plastic-free with Bonnie Bio's useful, compostable bags and air fryer liners

Admin@adcyxagency.co.za Sept. 10, 2024, 9:05 a.m.

Say good-bye to single-use plastic, plastic packaging and reduce your waste footprint with Bonnie Bio’s plant-based plastic alternative products.

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DP World and Woolworths Introduce Africa's First Axle-Powered Refrigeration Trailer

Woolworths Jan. 30, 2024, 8:03 a.m.

This is a groundbreaking development in sustainability for the transportation industry on the continent.

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Root for a greener future: Plant a tree at Vergelegen this Arbor Week

info@klassikdigital.co.za Aug. 30, 2023, 9:30 a.m.

South Africa celebrates Arbor Week annually during the first week of September, and for the first time, visitors to Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West will have the opportunity to …

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Seven easy ways to give back to the environment this Mandela Day!

info@klassikdigital.co.za July 12, 2023, 9:12 a.m.

Mandela Day is all about giving 67 minutes make the earth a better place. Thousands of activities take place every year, but if you’ve left it a bit late, or …

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SA Marine Life Drowning in Plastic, Fishaways Launches CSI Initiative

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 12, 2023, 11:13 a.m.

SA’s marine life is drowning in life-threatening plastic waste. As the largest producer of plastic waste in Africa, South Africa (SA) needs to lead the way in reducing the impact …

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Southern Sun and Miss Earth South Africa observe World Oceans Day with beach clean-up

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 12, 2023, 11:03 a.m.

In keeping with the World Oceans Day theme for 2023, Changing the Tides, Southern Sun and the Miss Earth South Africa Leadership Programme

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More than R10 million collected through a buy-back initiative for recyclable material

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 7, 2023, 12:32 p.m.

More than R10 million has been paid out to community members and over 10 million kilograms of waste diverted from landfill by Packa-Ching, a Polyco recycling initiative supported by Shoprite.

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Mpact Recycling celebrates record-breaking 2022 figures ahead of World Environment Day

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 7, 2023, 12:26 p.m.

Mpact Recycling, the collection arm of one of the leading recycling companies in South Africa, Mpact Group, is proud to announce the release of its exceptional 2022 figures.

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Southern Sun and Miss Earth South Africa join forces to celebrate World Environment Day 2023

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 7, 2023, 12:21 p.m.

As Southern Sun continues with efforts to responsibly manage its environmental footprint, the group’s commitment was emphasised this World Environment Day by a community project undertaken with partner

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Herding 4 Health initiative positively impacts people and nature

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 7, 2023, 12:17 p.m.

Conservation International (CI), a non-profit environmental organisation, is working in Southern and Eastern Africa to unlock the potential of rangelands to support economic growth, resilient livelihoods.

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Starbucks South Africa and Daily Peach Team Up for Earth Day 2023 Beach Clean-up

info@klassikdigital.co.za April 18, 2023, 11:15 a.m.

Cape Town, April 2023 - Starbucks South Africa and Daily Peach are teaming up to celebrate Earth Day 2023 by organising a beach clean-up on the 22nd of April 2023.

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National Water Act Training

Khulisa Feb. 10, 2023, 9:15 a.m.

One of Johannesburg’s largest rivers, the Jukskei River needs an urgent intervention to address the continual pollution that threatens it, and to make it safe and sustainable for over 700,000 …

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Vergelegen wine estate celebrates birth of rare baby quagga

info@klassikdigital.co.za Jan. 26, 2023, 12:46 p.m.

Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, renowned for its environmental programmes, is celebrating the birth of a young ‘Rau’ quagga, a rare zebra sub-species.

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First functional greenhouse launches inside a mall in South Africa

info@klassikdigital.co.za Oct. 14, 2022, 1:25 p.m.

Rosebank: In a first for South African indoor retail, Cape Town based, artisanal terrarium creator Anea will be launching its products inside a custom, conservatory styled greenhouse.

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International Coastal Clean-up Day celebrates Conservation and Heritage on Robben Island

info@klassikdigital.co.za Sept. 20, 2022, 11:14 a.m.

“My and your relationship with our oceans has to improve fundamentally if we are going to preserve life on this planet as we know it”.

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Spring Garden Showcase

Abalimi Bezekhaya Sept. 20, 2022, 9:29 a.m.

This has been a busy year for Abalimi celebrating 40 years of township farming!

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Why businesses are turning to renewables such as solar to make a positive impact on the world

info@klassikdigital.co.za Sept. 9, 2022, 11:52 a.m.

Reduce, reuse, and recycle may seem like a small act, but it can have a massive impact on protecting the environment and helping the planet.

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TSIBA lays roots for the future to kick-start Arbor Week

TSIBA Business School Sept. 8, 2022, 12:52 p.m.

“The true meaning of life is to plant a tree under whose shade you do not expect to sit.” (Scottish rugby player, Nelson Henderson)

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Bright Green News

info@klassikdigital.co.za Sept. 7, 2022, 11:38 a.m.

"Despite the forecast, live like it's spring." - Lily Pulitzer. In the southern hemisphere, spring is on its way. Spring is the time of renewal. A time of new life …

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Invitation: Arbor Month Media Briefing

info@klassikdigital.co.za Sept. 5, 2022, 8:32 a.m.

The Nelson Mandela Foundation, together with the Green Development Foundation invite you to the official announcement of all activities in marking September as Arbor Month.

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Abalimi Open Garden Awards

Abalimi Bezekhaya Aug. 22, 2022, 11:20 a.m.

As you all know, we are hosting "Open Gardens" in Spring, as part of 40th year roll out! Please circulate this if you can’t help.

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Museum of Plastic 2121 - A Future Without Plastic

info@klassikdigital.co.za July 8, 2022, 3:41 p.m.

Imagine a world where single-use plastics are a thing of the past, and instead of floating around in our oceans, they will only be found in museums.

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Why Technology is Critical to Inform ESG Strategy and How GCX’s Move to Hyperautomation Can Help You

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 29, 2022, 10:55 a.m.

We find ourselves in combustible and confusing times where we have to ask ourselves if we have actually evolved as a species or have we merely become more sophisticated.

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Environmental Education to Change Lives

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 28, 2022, 10:12 a.m.

The Lawrence Anthony Earth Organization (LAEO) implements environmental programs for disadvantaged learners to bring understanding to young leaners about the natural world and their connection to it.

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Woolworths rolls out electric delivery vehicles as part of World Environment Day celebrations

Woolworths June 7, 2022, 11:27 a.m.

After a successful 10-month trial, Woolworths has announced that it will be the first South African retailer to embark on an extensive rollout of electric panel vans (EVs) in partnership …

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World Environment Day : Aquaponics – An African Solution to World problems

info@klassikdigital.co.za June 7, 2022, 10:39 a.m.

As we celebrate World Environment today, it is a sobering thought to think that our world is currently facing the largest food shortage since World War I.

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Invest in our Planet

Balwin Foundation April 25, 2022, 10:16 a.m.

The theme for Earth Day 2022 is "Invest in our Planet," which encourages businesses to adopt more environmentally friendly practices.

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EARTH DAY 2022 | INTERNATIONAL DONATION EXPANDS EASTERN CAPE CONSERVATION

info@klassikdigital.co.za April 20, 2022, 8:46 a.m.

Philanthropic Ferguson Family Invests In our Planet | Mark Ferguson, son of Sir Alex Ferguson (former Manchester United football manager), together with his wife Fiona and their four sons, have …

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UN Process for a Global treaty

info@klassikdigital.co.za March 3, 2022, 9:57 a.m.

Thanks to you and the more than one million people like you who took action, today countries at the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA) in Nairobi, Kenya have made great …

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Google.org backs Gold Standard to build digital solutions to help carbon markets work for climate

info@klassikdigital.co.za Feb. 10, 2022, 11:36 a.m.

With fast growth in carbon markets, Google.org Charitable Giving commits $1MM to climate + development pioneer Gold Standard to leverage new technology and governance innovations that unlock highest quality impact …

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Asiberegeni Co-operative upcycles plastic waste

info@klassikdigital.co.za Feb. 1, 2022, 7:32 a.m.

Promoting the diversion of waste from landfill is a government directive, and when EnviroServ Waste Management found themselves with tonnes of a customer’s discarded plastic straps, they set about finding …

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Vergelegen estate tests enviro-friendly gum poles

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Jan. 18, 2022, 7:10 a.m.

Vergelegen wine estate in Somerset West, which has won numerous awards for its commitment to sustainability and biodiversity, is testing a new concept in some of its vineyards....

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Education is key in mobilising SA youth on climate change challenges

ACTIVATE! Change Drivers Dec. 7, 2021, 10:08 a.m.

Encouraging and providing opportunities for the youth to exercise their rights regarding climate change issues, comes down to education.

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Eco-Logic Book Launch: To heal people and planet!

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 17, 2021, 8:02 a.m.

It is clear that the COP process is yet again failing to deliver what scientists are saying is necessary to avoid catastrophic climate change.

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Young entrepreneur launches recycling centre in Thembisa with Shoprite’s support

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 9, 2021, 9:21 a.m.

Thabiso Hlongwane (28) launched the first Packa-Ching pop-up buy-back centre, housed in a revamped shipping container, at the Mall of Thembisa last week.

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Packaging innovation is the solution to creating a circular economy

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 4, 2021, 6:11 p.m.

Manufacturers and retailers are looking to innovation to find sustainable solutions to replace single-use plastic.

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Paarden Island solar project a “step in the right direction” to net zero emissions

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Oct. 20, 2021, 6:20 p.m.

Africa’s largest fishing company has charted an ambitious course targeting zero emissions by 2050 and has just reached a notable waypoint on that voyage.

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PUMA redesigns its shoeboxes to make a positive environmental impact

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Oct. 12, 2021, 5:54 a.m.

Sports company PUMA has introduced a new shoebox design which will save 2800 tonnes of cardboard every year, as part of its sustainability strategy to make a positive environmental impact …

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Ceres invests in a sustainable future by contributing to plastic waste reduction efforts

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Oct. 10, 2021, 5:39 a.m.

Today, Ceres Fruit Juices announced the introduction of an initiative aimed at reducing plastic waste and has invited Craig Foster, award winning producer of the documentary: My Octopus Teacher.......

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Stand out from the herd on 14 October and help raise money for our precious wildlife

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 30, 2021, 9:55 a.m.

If you use your imagination at work, at school and even at home, you can unleash your animal instinct on the World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) #WearItWild Day on …

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Nestlé launches RE Pilot Project empower informal waste reclaimers

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 27, 2021, 8:32 a.m.

Food-manufacturing company hosted the official launch of its RE pilot project in Tembisa, Gauteng on Saturday, 18th September 2021

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Hyde Park Corner puts down roots with tree donation

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 20, 2021, 10:14 a.m.

In honour of Arbour Week, Hyde Park Corner donated 12 Acacia Koorsboom trees to Rays of Hope on Monday, 7 September 2021.

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SANCCOB appoints new CEO

SANCCOB Sept. 20, 2021, 9:51 a.m.

SANCCOB has a new Chief Executive Officer! The Board of Directors has appointed Natalie Maskell to lead SANCCOB and with nine years as Chief Operating Officer and Business Manager at …

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Imperial and Stellenbosch University collaborate on real-world healthcare and climate change

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 16, 2021, 9:39 p.m.

Imperial has embarked on a high-level collaboration with Stellenbosch University (SU) to address real-world problems related to healthcare, as well as climate change in Africa.

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WOOLWORTHS PILOTS IN-STORE REUSABLE SHOPPING BAG COLLECTION

Woolworths Sept. 16, 2021, 9:29 p.m.

In the month of National Recycling Day and World Clean-up Day, Woolworths is expanding its reusable bag collection trial and introducing more recycling vending machines in selected stores.

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SOUTH AFRICANS CALLED TO PLAY THEIR PART THIS NATIONAL RECYCLING DAY

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 13, 2021, 6:04 a.m.

South Africans have long become familiar with the call to recycle their waste.

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Plant a tree for Arbor Month!

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 3, 2021, 10:50 a.m.

It's been a wild 18 months for us all. The isolation, disruption and unpredictability feels overwhelming.

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ORASECOM 2021: an advertising opportunity

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Aug. 17, 2021, 5:16 p.m.

The Enviro Report has been granted the opportunity to be the official film-maker for the ORASECOM 2021 adventure.

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WOOLWORTHS HOLDINGS LOOKS TO THE FUTURE WITH BOLD SUSTAINABILITY GOALS

Woolworths Aug. 11, 2021, 7:15 a.m.

These new goals focus on traceability, transparency, circularity, diversity and inclusivity as well energy and carbon emissions.

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Hydrogen & Wind Energy – Energy Technology Event Series

riaan@wecanchange.co.za July 28, 2021, 3:11 p.m.

ASBN has welcomed participants from over 20 countries in this series, a remarkable achievement for a first time virtual conference that will be taking place as a hybrid event in …

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Law enforcement officials harness technology to combat trafficking in shark products

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 29, 2021, 11:42 a.m.

Recognising the challenges faced by law enforcement officials, WILDOCEANS (a programme of the WILDTRUST) through their ‘Shark & Ray Protection Project’, the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment (DFFE)....

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#CycleforTrees - Cape Town Cycle Tour 2021

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 24, 2021, 12:46 p.m.

Combine your passion for making a positive impact on our environment with a historic, world-renowned cycle race and raise vital funds for Greenpop's forest restoration project.

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South African youth call on the President to Listen to the Ocean

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 17, 2021, 10:50 a.m.

President Cyril Ramaphosa joined leaders from Canada, France, Germany, Italy, Japan, the UK, the US and others – in Carbis Bay, Cornwall this past weekend 11th-13th June, for the G7 …

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ENTREPRENEUR SPOTLIGHT: SABELO LINDANI – CONTOUR ENVIRO GROUP

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 10, 2021, 8:45 p.m.

Inspiring entrepreneur Sabelo Lindani is the founder and managing director of Contour Enviro Group, a company that specialises in environmental support services such as capacity development and environmental consulting.

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Protecting our natural ecosystems through alternative waste treatment and landfill technology

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 2, 2021, 3:46 p.m.

One of the greatest environmental challenges of our time, is the waste that we generate. When our waste is not recycled, repurposed, or treated, it can have devastating environmental impacts …

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WWF SA launches "Build Back Better" drive

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 2, 2021, 3:10 p.m.

Raging wildfires, severe flooding as well as droughts and increasing levels of biodiversity loss, are just some of the crises that have become more frequent due to a warming climate.

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NEW VISIONS OF SOCIAL WORK ADVOCATING FOR ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE

riaan@wecanchange.co.za May 4, 2021, 6:52 p.m.

Social Workers have long been critical to the healthy functioning of societies. Through the years, the important roles they play had to adapt and synchronise with the times.

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JOIN AFRICAN BRAND ARCHITECTS AND ROTARY AS WE ADDRESS EVOLUTION OF FASHION AND TEXTILE INDUSTRY

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 26, 2021, 9:38 a.m.

There is no doubt that sustainability has become a crucial consideration for many industries, with businesses globally needing to be increasingly cognisant of their contribution to protecting the environment.

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Engen steps up to support brave Cape Town firefighters and displaced students

Engen April 21, 2021, 8:25 p.m.

Devastated by the fire that broke out on Sunday, caring South African brand Engen offered immediate assistance to emergency staff, fire fighters and displaced University of Cape Town students.

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LEVI’S® BUY BETTER, WEAR LONGER

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 20, 2021, 10:12 a.m.

Levi’s® is launching a new campaign — “Buy Better, Wear Longer” — that raises awareness and speaks to our shared responsibility on the environmental impacts of apparel production and consumption.

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Levi’s aims to curb the environmental cost of fashion industry

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 14, 2021, 7:51 p.m.

The fashion industry is a water-thirsty business. From the irrigation of cotton crops to finishing processes and post-purchase washing, 79 trillion litres of water is consumed per year to make …

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CEO's from leading corporations call for increased water stewardship on World Water Day

Woolworths March 23, 2021, 7:40 p.m.

Companies around the world are increasingly recognizing the value of water through working with initiatives like the Valuing Water Initiative - and the impact that water scarcity poses to their …

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Water sustainability becomes the new battleground

riaan@wecanchange.co.za March 19, 2021, 9:49 p.m.

Protecting our limited water resources is going to require not only better recycling and reuse, but more effective wastewater management.

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Cold Comfort for Sharks

riaan@wecanchange.co.za March 12, 2021, 7:31 p.m.

In November 2020, WILDTRUST submitted a formal Objection to the Marine Stewardship Council (MSC) certification of the South African Hake Trawl Fishery.

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Sign on - South Africa’s oceans need YOU

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Feb. 18, 2021, 7:30 p.m.

It has been four months since WILDOCEANS, a programme of the WILDTRUST, caused a stir with the launch of their ‘WE DON’T NEED OUR OCEANS’ campaign.

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New label for certified regenerative farming announces first international pilot farms

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Feb. 10, 2021, 7:47 a.m.

Following the recent announcement of its newest label - Certified Regenerative by A Greener World (AGW) - the non-profit farm certifier has selected over 50 farms internationally to join the …

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Risky Business - Is Water Part of Your Business Risk Assessment?

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Feb. 3, 2021, 7:33 a.m.

It is not any secret that business and risk go hand in hand. Threats such as IT Security and data theft and critical infrastructure blackouts are unfortunately not new to …

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Tu B’Shvat 2021 | Activating Communities. Localising Impact.

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Jan. 26, 2021, 3:17 p.m.

In honour of Tu B’Shvat 2021, Greenpop & Mensch have organised an online webinar to discuss how the goals of the UN Decade of Ecosystem Restoration can be activated within …

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Abeco Builds its Biggest Tank in Africa

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Dec. 23, 2020, 8:15 p.m.

Abeco Tanks is making waves in the African water storage market as they announce having just completed their biggest tank in Africa.

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You can save the African penguin

SANCCOB Dec. 15, 2020, 8:02 p.m.

With populations plummeting, we believe everything possible needs to be done to prevent the species from going functionally extinct on the West Coast of South Africa in 10 to 15 …

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South African musician uses his voice for the Oceans

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 25, 2020, 7:49 p.m.

SAMA Award winning musician Matthew Mole recently added his voice to the chorus calling for increased ocean protection within Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) in South Africa, in partnership with local …

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World Fisheries Day: Leading the sustainable fisheries sector

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 22, 2020, 4:56 p.m.

Safeguarding our fisheries is one of the most important environmental topics of our time. Recent research has alarmingly highlighted that more than two-thirds of the world's fisheries have been over-exploited …

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Intensifying weather events threaten the most vulnerable in Africa

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 11, 2020, 9:23 a.m.

Weather across sub-Saharan Africa has become more extreme and unpredictable in the twenty-first century because of climate change

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South Africa's borders are open!

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Nov. 3, 2020, 7:15 a.m.

South Africa has opened its borders and allows travellers from all over the world to visit the country again.

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Hungry Lion staff all over the continent participate in World Cleanup Day 2020

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 23, 2020, 11 p.m.

More than 4 000 Hungry Lion Staff proudly took part in World Cleanup Day, which was celebrated on Saturday 19 Sept 2020.

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CIOVITA’S BICYCLE TUBE UPCYCLING PROJECT

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 15, 2020, 3:11 p.m.

Ciovita encourages bicycle users in and around Cape Town to drop off any inner tubes to be disposed of at its concept store in Woodstock, located at 117 Sir Lowry …

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South Africa to host World Waste Congress in 2024

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 10, 2020, 5:27 p.m.

Whether it is the cultural diversity, the beautiful natural landscapes, iconic landmarks or a national recycling rate that is better than Europe’s, SA has been selected as the destination for …

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The sun never sends an invoice!

Salesian Life Choices Sept. 10, 2020, 3:41 p.m.

The Covid-19 pandemic has wreaked havoc on most industries, many of which have shed an unprecedented number of jobs since the global outbreak. But the renewable energy sector appears resilient …

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Agricultural Biologicals Could Break the World’s Hold on Synthetic Chemicals in Agriculture

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 8, 2020, 5:36 p.m.

Global agriculture is facing some serious challenges over the next century, with decades of reliance on chemical fertilizers and pesticides beginning to take their toll.

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Listen to the water – a new podcast series

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 4, 2020, 6:58 p.m.

The 12 podcasts feature stories about water across South Africa, and the water heroes and activists behind them. From phosphate mining in the Cape West Coast biosphere to protecting the …

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Another African country bans plastic

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Aug. 28, 2020, 12:15 p.m.

Mozambique is the 35th African country to join the plastic-free movement. Africa is moving forward, nothing can stop us from becoming a plastic-free continent!

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GREEN SWANS: MOVING FROM RESPONSIBILITY TO RESILIENCE & REGENERATION

Green Building Council of South Africa Aug. 4, 2020, 5:59 p.m.

We are excited to announce that the "Godfather of Sustainability", John Elkington, will deliver a keynote presentation on Green Swans at the 13th Green Building Virtual Convention, 28 - 30 …

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#WorldRangerDay! We salute you all!

SANCCOB Aug. 2, 2020, 6:24 p.m.

In celebrating World Ranger Day, we honour those who are out in the field, protecting our natural treasures and cultural heritage, tirelessly dedicating their skills and time on a daily …

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The buck stops at Vergelegen!

riaan@wecanchange.co.za July 31, 2020, 5:52 p.m.

An ambitious project for veld management and ecological research, that combines ancient animal lore with state-of the-art technology, took a step forward this week when five eland were released at …

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UN World Wildlife Crime Report makes the case for a new wildlife crime agreement

riaan@wecanchange.co.za July 16, 2020, 8:35 a.m.

The United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) second World Wildlife Crime Report released on July 10 provides a stark reminder of how wildlife crime threatens to undermine national …

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Are Cans Better for the Environment? ♻

riaan@wecanchange.co.za July 3, 2020, 7:33 p.m.

Pollution, and plastic pollution, in particular, has an extremely detrimental impact on the environment. We believe that individuals can reduce their impact by making better purchase decisions and by supporting …

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Tell Nestlé, PepsiCo, Coca-Cola, Unilever and Mondelēz Int. to stop producing plastic

riaan@wecanchange.co.za July 2, 2020, 7:19 p.m.

The Break Free From Plastic movement will not end until we all see the end of single-use plastic.

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79 African penguin chicks rescued from Bird Island need your help!

SANCCOB June 21, 2020, 6:07 p.m.

You may have heard that our PE centre staff and volunteers have their hands full these days with 79 African penguin chicks rescued from Bird Island.

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20 year Commemoration of MV Treasure Oil Spill

SANCCOB June 19, 2020, 5:58 p.m.

2020 marks the 20th year passed since the MV Treasure sank off the coast of Cape Town, between Dassen & Robben islands, resulting in a major spill of bunker oil …

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TGRC shatters the glass ceiling of recycling achievement

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 10, 2020, 7:29 p.m.

Amidst the current uncertainty we are operating and living in, we are looking for light at the end of the tunnel. And while our country and the world adapts to …

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NEDERBURG BECOMES WWF CONSERVATION CHAMPION FOR WORLD-CLASS WATER STEWARDSHIP

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 5, 2020, 8:32 p.m.

Nederburg Wines has been granted WWF Conservation Champion status, thanks to its far-reaching water stewardship measures that address ways to improve water quality, balance, access, usage, including for sanitation, and …

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The McKenna-Travers Award for Compassionate Conservation - Call for applications 2020

riaan@wecanchange.co.za June 5, 2020, 7:10 p.m.

International wildlife charity Born Free is delighted to announce that applications for the McKenna-Travers Award for Compassionate Conservation (MTA) 2020 are now being accepted.

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Opinion: Dealing with the deadly concoction of disease and disaster

riaan@wecanchange.co.za May 22, 2020, 5:52 p.m.

Today in India and Bangladesh, millions of people are hunkered down in shelters, many with masks on their faces - a chilling reminder of the COVID-19 outbreak that still grips …

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The importance of insuring your green home

riaan@wecanchange.co.za May 1, 2020, 8:26 p.m.

Your power stays on when the neighbourhood’s lights go out. Your showers are hot when those next door are not. You’ve invested wisely in turning your home green, so now …

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What Now, of the Kilimanjaro Mountain Crew?

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 28, 2020, 3:57 p.m.

How a tiny African non-profit and its Partner climbing companies are taking steps to help the lives of thousands of Kilimanjaro guides and porters during this virus crisis.

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Here's a bird's-eye view of SANCCOB

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 18, 2020, 6:35 p.m.

There has been a shift in the reality and 'normalcy' we have come to know and we will persevere to rise above it.

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The fantastic four who are no longer in lockdown

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 15, 2020, 9:04 p.m.

Bringing some much needed good news to these uncertain times, international wildlife charity Born Free

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Instilling an affinity towards recycling in today's youth

riaan@wecanchange.co.za April 8, 2020, 7:22 p.m.

When it comes to recycling, every bit helps. Few things act as a testament to this well-known saying more than the results obtained by participating schools in The Glass Recycling …

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Water scarcity is the next big challenge

riaan@wecanchange.co.za March 23, 2020, 6:29 a.m.

There is another crisis looming: that of water scarcity. On 22 March every year the South African government adopts World Water Day as a time to underline the importance of …

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Global Recycling Day 2020: Creating value for the economy and the environment

riaan@wecanchange.co.za March 13, 2020, 10:03 a.m.

Recycling is a vital part of the circular economy. It provides material input back into our market and minimises the amount of waste that goes to landfill.

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Next Level Education and Training Expansion for SANCCOB

riaan@wecanchange.co.za March 12, 2020, 5:10 p.m.

At the Southern African Foundation for the Conservation of Coastal Birds (SANCCOB), we have news to share of an incredible new development at our Table View centre in Cape Town.

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Converting waste on Global Recycling Day

riaan@wecanchange.co.za March 11, 2020, 11:41 a.m.

Wednesday, March 18, is celebrated the world over as World Recycling Day, On the day, it is important that we all reflect on the role we play every day in …

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Coastal Ghost Teams up with Atholton Primary School and Atlas Copco to Clean Addington Beach

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Feb. 25, 2020, 5:27 a.m.

Coastal Ghost (aka Stefan Graunke), together with Atholton Primary and Atlas Copco, teamed up on Thursday, 20 February to clean one of Durban’s landmark beaches namely, Addington Beach which is …

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THIS IS THE BIGGEST CRISIS HUMANITY HAS EVER FACED

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Jan. 24, 2020, 5:49 a.m.

Climate change data indicates that South Africa is showing signs of heating at twice the global average. According to The National Climate Change Adaptation Strategy “there is evidence that extreme …

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Meat the Change to change people's meat-eating habits

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Jan. 13, 2020, 9:05 a.m.

The aim of the campaign is to raise awareness of reducing meat consumption, the associated benefits for the environment and human health, and to support the farmers who raise animals …

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Exemplary environmental credentials

Cape Span Oct. 21, 2019, 1:11 p.m.

Dr Paul Clüver, Capespan chairman and owner of Paul Clüver Wines,has been awarded The Drinks Business Lifetime Achievement Green Award at a ceremony in London on 11 February. Read More...

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Local community pressure in Zambia brings a halt to wild animal captures

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 25, 2019, 10:14 a.m.

International wildlife charity Born Free is delighted to announce that local communities in Zambia have prevented the capture of wild animals from South Luangwa National Park, and their transfer to …

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South African NPO wins global Climate Action Award

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 10, 2019, 9:29 a.m.

Cape Town based environmental organisation, I AM WATER, has won the prestigious Beyond Sport “Sport for Climate Action Collective Impact Award”, supported by the Swedish Postcode Foundation, for sharing ocean …

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The Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve says NO to cub petting!

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Sept. 9, 2019, 9:02 a.m.

The Rhino and Lion Nature Reserve in the Cradle of Humankind will no longer be offering cub petting to the public, with immediate effect.

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EU must be stopped as they are set to condemn young elephants to a life of hell

riaan@wecanchange.co.za Aug. 23, 2019, 11:35 a.m.

NGOs, celebrities and government representatives worldwide are doing everything they can to sway what could be one of the most controversial decisions in wildlife history.

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