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Averda scoops four big wins at PMR.africa Awards

Oct 03, 2018

Averda South Africa at the PMR.africa Awards

A recent national survey on waste management companies in South Africa has awarded Averda South Africa with four category wins. The 2018 PMR.africa Awards has recognised Averda

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Ways to use less plastic in your life

Sep 28, 2018

Articles, News

There are a multitude of different ways for you to reduce your plastic waste. Most of these tips are easy and cheap, so do your bit for

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Seaside communities are critical to reducing ocean pollution

Sep 26, 2018

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One of the biggest threats to our oceans is plastic pollution, along with climate change and overfishing. The amount of plastic waste in our seas is staggering

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Biodegradable plastics to become two-billion dollar market

Sep 26, 2018

Biodegradable plastic watering can on grass

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The demand and market for biodegradable plastics are growing every year as a result of further bans and boycotts on single-use plastic items. Globally, the market value

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Farming to become more green in South Africa

Sep 26, 2018

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South African farmers are having to adapt to a growing population and ensure that food security is guaranteed for the future. As the UN pushes for more

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Sustainable agriculture a priority for UN

Sep 26, 2018

Karoo farm with windmill and cows at sunset

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The United Nations (UN) is working towards achieving global sustainability in agriculture and food production. The Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) is a subsidiary of the UN

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SA holds first national dialogue on climate change

Sep 11, 2018

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On 23 and 24 August, South Africa hosted its first Talanoa Dialogue in Gauteng in order to discuss climate change mitigation and adaptation. The dialogue was hosted

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WasteCon2018 to outline future of waste management

Sep 10, 2018

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The biennial waste management conference, WasteCon2018, is set to take place in Johannesburg from 15 to 19 October. Hosted by the Institute of Waste Management of Southern

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Recycled materials to be used in construction

Sep 10, 2018

Plants and grass on modern building roof

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Stereotypical imaginations of the future often include steel and glass high-rises, polished metal structures and sprawling cities that stretch as far as the eye can see. However,

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South Africa beats Europe in recycling rates

Sep 10, 2018

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For seven years running, South Africa’s plastic recycling rate has continued to grow. In 2017, the country recycled almost 335 000 tonnes of plastic waste – a

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Healthy living saves the environment

Aug 31, 2018

Health bread toast with hummus and fruits

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Our lifestyle choices do have an effect on the environment. It’s not easy, but making the conscious decision to live a healthier life does reduce your impact

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Is coffee the future of biofuel in South Africa?

Aug 28, 2018

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The fuel and transport industry is set to change over the next couple of decades, with biofuel and electric-powered vehicles developing at a rapid pace. These changes

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Coca-Cola aims for 25% green energy by 2025

Aug 28, 2018

Glass of cold Coca-Cola on a beach under the sun

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Coca-Cola Beverages South Africa has announced its plan to have a quarter of its electricity needs supplied by renewable energy sources by 2025. The first 10% of

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Solar car race set to take place in South Africa

Aug 28, 2018

NWU solar car during the Sasol Solar Challenge

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The 2018 Sasol Solar Challenge is set to be South Africa’s sixth solar car race. Taking place from 22 to 29 September, the eco-friendly event will see

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New global definition of ‘recyclable’

Aug 28, 2018

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Two international recycling organisations, Plastics Recyclers Europe and the Association of Plastic Recyclers, have developed a new global definition of the term ‘recyclable’. This is an effort

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STATEMENT OF FACTS / RIGHT OF REPLY:

Aug 20, 2018

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20 August 2018 The plight of waste reclaimers is a matter of great concern for the South African waste management industry and for government authorities tasked with

Woolworths launches recycling vending machine

Aug 15, 2018

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Woolworths has made further leaps in its sustainability manifesto by trialing a new recycling vending machine in its store at Palmyra Junction in Claremont, Cape Town. The

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Empangeni launches recycling project

Aug 10, 2018

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The town of Empangeni, two hours up the coast from Durban, has launched a recycling project that commenced in the second week of August 2018. During this

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Petco backs South Africa’s plastic recycling programmes

Aug 08, 2018

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Petco is a recycling company that represents the South African polyethylene terephthalate (PET) plastic industry’s joint effort to self-regulate post-consumer PET recycling in order to minimise its

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BRICS bank approves loan for South African renewable energy project

Aug 06, 2018

Flags of Brazil, Russia, India, China and South Africa

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The New Development Bank has approved a loan of $300 million (~R4 billion) for energy projects in South Africa. The bank was set up by BRICS –

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