Metpac-SA promotes recycling and circular economy through “plant the seed” video series
MetPac-SA, a leading advocate for sustainable metal packaging solutions, is thrilled to announce its pivotal role as the lead sponsor of the innovative new...
City’s Energy, Water and Waste (EWW) Forum accelerates efforts in organic waste diversion
The City of Cape Town's Energy, Water and Waste (EWW) Forum recently met with local businesses, to check-in around collaborative efforts in advancing resource...
Promising SA-first solution to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol
A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process....
One of Cape Town’s two landfills only has four years of capacity left, warns...
By Larry Claasen
The City of Cape Town says purchasing and developing a regional landfill site should be a “critical priority” as its Coastal Park...
Multotec eyes environmental clean-up projects as test work yields successful results
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AGP-Africa showcases glass value chain
AS the continent’s premier glass packaging producer, Ardagh Glass Packaging-Africa took part in the “Made in Africa” exhibition in Johannesburg at last year’s AGOA...
Tetra Pak invests to further boost recycling across EU
Annual capacity for polyAl1 recycling projected to increase by over 40 000 tons, the equivalent of more than 4 billion pack units
TETRA Pak is...
South Africans are urged to improve their recycling habits ahead of Global Recycling Day
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Effectively treat contaminated water
NATIONAL and local government regulations are specific in their protection of municipal sewers and storm water drains against grease and oil pollution. Contaminated water...
Packa-Ching expands national footprint with the launch of new buy-back recycling centres
POLYCO, a producer-responsibility organisation (PRO) for the plastic industry, in collaboration with Border Kei Chamber of Business officially handed over a new static Packa-Ching...
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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