Western Cape aims to become SA's "green economic hub"

Fin24.com reports that premier Helen Zille said the Western Cape is aiming to become the "green economic hub" of South Africa by encouraging renewable energy. 21 Feb 2012 10:07

SANDF, law enforcement agencies to fight border crimes

In an effort to strengthen borderline security, South African National Defence Force (SANDF) members, working in conjunction with other law enforcement agencies, will be deployed to various borders. 21 Feb 2012 09:55

COP17, catalyst for impact of environmental issues on business

[Urishanie Govender] COP17 was a catalyst for corporate awareness of the impact that environmental issues can have on a business. We're seeing CEOs of blue chips committing and responding to climate change. 20 Feb 2012 11:48

Goodyear launches recycling programme

A hefty R2.4m joint investment between Goodyear and its recycling partner, The Waste Trade Company, has turned the tyre manufacturer's waste yard into a clean, organised and earth-friendly facility, reflecting the award winning, environmental can-do attitudes of both these companies. 20 Feb 2012 11:41

Eco Academy equips young adults to become future leaders

Eco Academy is a leader in providing quality eco and wildlife education in Africa and is positioned to be the benchmark eco and wildlife educational academy globally. The academy offers amongst others, a Nature Guiding/Field Course and GAP year courses which will commence in March and July 2012, respectively. 20 Feb 2012 11:13

A taxing meander - but in a really good way

[Brian Berkman: contributing editor, travel] About four years ago while visiting Karoo lodge Samara we were encouraged to plant spekboom trees to counteract the carbon emissions we produced in getting there. That was the first time I'd consciously engaged in the impact of my life as a traveller and, rather than feel guilty about it, I was offered a neatly-packaged solution to deal with it. 20 Feb 2012 10:40

Experts: electric vehicles will not reduce GHG emissions

Wits researchers say that electric cars will not reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions blamed for global warming, News24.com reports. 20 Feb 2012 10:30

Siyenza Management

How do we ensure and prioritise energy security for economic development?

As Africa rises out of poverty, affordable and accessible energy becomes necessary to sustain this development. A host of high-level African energy professionals will engage at the up-and-coming Africa Energy Indaba, scheduled to take place from 21-23 February at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg. 11 Jan 2012 00:21