Why it’s hard to find an e-waste drop-off point that accepts batteries – ERA
By Larry Claasen
THE e-waste regulations which came into effect in November 2021, requires batteries to be disposed of by dropping it off at e-waste...
Record-breaking success at the 2024 Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week
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ALPLA and zerooo create reusable PET bottle for cosmetic products
ZEROOO is producing reusable PET packaging for bathroom and kitchen: packaging and recycling specialist ALPLA and zerooo initiator SEA ME GmbH have developed a...
From trash to treasure: Revolutionising wood plastic composite decking with recycled PVC bottles
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International minds tackle future of waste
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More collaboration is needed to end plastic waste in South Africa
By Patricia Pillay, CEO Polyco
AS a registered Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) under national government’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) legislation, Polyco is working with its...
How consumer demand is driving change in food packaging
CONSUMER demand for sustainable food packaging has become a major catalyst for change in the industry.
With a growing awareness of environmental impacts, consumers are...
Rigid plastics packaging: indispensable for our modern world
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From trash to treasure: Revolutionizing wood plastic composite decking with recycled PVC bottles
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Solving SA’s e-waste crisis requires collaboration, awareness
AS far as electronic waste in South Africa goes, the work has only just begun.
Fortunately, key players like E-Waste Recycling Authority (ERA) are making...
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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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