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After its initial success of reaching over 2 million users, the Community Tablet has started scaling its operations to build “Interactive Villages” around rural...
Fishermen unite for World Ocean Week
And head out to sea to fish for… plastic.
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City of Cape Town takes delivery of new waste management vehicles
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Checkers diverts 68 tons of unrecyclable material from landfill
CHECKERS is the first South African retailer to replace its rotisserie chicken packaging with fully recyclable, responsibly sourced cardboard boxes. This will prevent 68 tons of non-recycled multi-layer laminated material from being landfilled every year.
This is part...
International Day for Biological Diversity 2022
Better food and organic waste management will protect our biodiversity.
WE need to conserve our biodiversity for our own benefit and the benefit of future...
Widest range of waste and recycling equipment
REC-O-QUIP has been providing quality products and services to its African customers and surrounding Indian ocean islands through its strong distribution network, covering a...
Invest in our planet by renewing the commitment to recycling
A viable world for us to live in today, and one that will sustain our children tomorrow, is a universal responsibility.
Government has recognised that...
The world of waste – becoming an ESG warrior
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Northern Cape set to benefit as the ‘New Oil’, Copper, is set for steady...
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Clear goals and guileless partners key to effective management of plastic waste
THE most important consideration for restaurants, hotels, catering companies and others in the HORECA sector seeking to manage their plastic waste is to choose...
Recycling & Waste Management News
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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