Inhouse team develops SA’s first recyclable 7kg potato bags for Shoprite Group
THE Shoprite Group is the first South African retailer to launch a fully recyclable 7kg potato pocket – solving a complex packaging problem that...
Tripling 2023 recycling rates, Tetra Pak® demonstrates commitment to sustainability
TETRA Pak® Southern Africa is proud to announce a significant sustainability achievement, with a 26% collection rate for post-consumer Liquid Board Packaging (LBP) recorded...
Zithande Mzansi Green Schools launch
A collaboration between Fibre Circle and Stellenbosch Municipality, under the Zithande Mzansi Schools programme
Introduction
Fibre Circle, in collaboration with the Stellenbosch Municipality and the...
Landfill and Waste Treatment 2025 Conference & Exhibition
By Larry Claasen
THE Landfill and Waste Treatment 2025 Conference & Exhibition will be held at the Riverside Hotel, Durban.
The theme of the conference is...
CSIR and partners launch cost-saving housing block using construction waste
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Schools and neighbourhoods are thriving thanks to Petco’s drive to make recycling a way...
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Reducing waste at our fingertips
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Cape Town bags first Waste Strategy for a cleaner city
Council recently approved Cape Town’s first Waste Strategy. This proactive game plan outlines the City’s approach over the next 10 years to manage waste...
Mondi’s re/cycle SpoutedPouch replaces plastic tubs for paint
MONDI, a global leader in sustainable packaging and paper, collaborated with Sherwin-Williams, a global leader in paints and coatings, to introduce re/cycle SpoutedPouch as...
Mathe Group has seen its tyres recycled into nonslip paving and flooring for agricultural...
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Recycling and waste management news on Cape Business News (CBN) focuses on sustainable practices, regulatory changes, and innovations in waste reduction. This sector’s news includes updates on recycling technologies, waste-to-energy solutions, and circular economy initiatives essential for environmental sustainability. CBN supports companies in adopting waste management solutions that reduce environmental impact and comply with regulations.
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