Fishing for the future: Creating a sustainable inland fishing sector
A new policy, recently approved by Cabinet, will unlock the potential of South Africa’s inland fisheries resources. This, in turn, will create jobs, add to economic development and help improve food security.
What happened at Cop 26 – South Africa in Focus
When world leaders gathered to plan a response to the climate crisis at the 2021 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP 26), South Africa set a mandate focused on securing funding and aligning with the Paris agreements.
3 Things You Need To Know About Carbon Finance
With the introduction of The Carbon Tax Act, in June 2019, South Africa has witnessed a revived interest in its slow offset market. This was a great step towards reducing emissions. However, we need to make sure that the best projects are invested in, and are delivered at scale.
Going Green: Regulations bring manufacturers into the circular economy model
As SA’s population and economy grow, so too does its waste generation. Failing to correctly manage this waste will increase pollution & our workforce.
Energy and the environment: The time is right to invest in electromobility
The global move towards electric mobility has been a result of three major shifts – the volatility of the oil price, the COP agreements regarding carbon emission reduction commitments and overall pollution concerns.
Economic Recovery Through Sustainability
Covid-19 and the resulting national lockdown have left economies around the world in a downturn. Like many other nations, South Africa has established a plan to facilitate economic recovery, and a key component of this plan is protecting the country’s natural wealth.
Is recycled paper really better for the environment?
Recycling is an important factor in the green economy – when we re-use materials from products to create new ones this uses fewer resources, saves money, uses less energy and results in less pollution.
The Truth About Green Energy – Head of Energy at Sakhumnotho, Bradley Cerff
Bradley Cerff urges us to remember that “there is no planet B” at this stage. This is why it is so reassuring to see younger generations getting on board with cleaner energy lifestyles.
South Africa celebrates Youth and the Environment for the month of June
The nation will be celebrating the youth and our environment for the month of June. Here are the key commemorative events you should be on the look out for this month…