New data shows how Petco drove the collection and recycling of post-consumer packaging last...
Newly released audited data reveals how South Africa’s longest-standing producer responsibility organisation (PRO), Petco, drove the collection and recycling of post-consumer packaging last year.
Since...
Volkswagen Group Africa receives international honour for plastic recycling project
The Kariega plant was recognised in the Volkswagen Group-wide Challenge of the Brands competition
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Rubber crumb bitumen – where Mathe Group’s recycled rubber hits the road
THE use of large amounts of recycled rubber crumb for the manufacture of road surfaces and related products is propelling South Africa towards a...
Revolutionary solutions for recycling expanded polystyrene in South African agricultural and nursery industries
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Metpac-SA: Leading the charge towards sustainable metal packaging
IN the dynamic landscape of waste management and recycling, MetPac-SA stands as a beacon of success, particularly in the realm of metal packaging.
As the...
PVC as packaging material: safe, responsible, recyclable
POLYVINYL chloride (PVC) is considered to be the most versatile thermoplastic and has established itself as an essential material in the packaging industry.
Its applications...
Ardagh Group recognised as leading ESG performer by Morningstar Sustainalytics
ARDAGH Group has been recognised as a leading ESG performer by Morningstar Sustainalytics, a renowned research and analytics firm.
Ardagh achieved an improved score, reinforcing...
AES: A ‘paper trail’ of successful energy optimisation in SA’s pulp and paper...
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V&A Waterfront marks World Environment Day at its first totally recycled commercial building.
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Mitigating the impact of illegal dumping on Cape Town’s roads
Illegal dumping plagues many urban areas worldwide, and Cape Town is no exception. The reckless disposal of waste in the City’s stormwater infrastructure has...
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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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