South Africa’s plastic packaging industry and the European Union’s new packaging regulations
THE European Union’s Packaging & Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR) has introduced new regulations for plastic packaging that could have significant ripple effects on South...
Sustainability of Plastic Packaging Highlighted at Pro-Plas Africa 2025
Plastic packaging plays a crucial role in South Africa’s supply chains, particularly in the food, beverage, and pharmaceutical sectors. While its durability and cost-effectiveness...
MetPac-SA announces winners of inaugural research awards
METPAC-SA, the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) representing the South African metal packaging industry, is proud to announce the winners of its first-ever research awards.
The...
Pick n Pay donates over R1.5 million to support cancer survivors
Pick n Pay has raised over R1.5 million as various divisions within the business rallied to raise money for cancer survivors in their ‘PnP...
Africa’s next crisis, water scarcity, looms as the continent faces dual threats of water...
By Dr Manessah Alagbaoso, head of business ecosystems and sustainability at business & commercial banking: Standard Bank Group
AS Africa increasingly contends with severe water...
Zero Carbon Charge is looking for landlords to house its EV charge stations on...
By Larry Claasen
ZERO Carbon Charge is looking for landlords around the country on major routes to house its electric vehicles (EV) charging stations.
The goal...
Can water help Africa reach Net Zero – Xylem Africa?
HUMAN activity is substantially increasing carbon levels. NASA’s regular Carbon Dioxide measurements show an alarmingly upward trajectory. Its researchers estimate that modern civilisation has...
Astute African manufacturers will move to clean power in 2025, to align with global...
Forbes Padayachee, CEO, Yellow Door Energy South Africa
The attraction of global investment into our manufacturing sector is pivotal for driving industrialisation and economic growth,...
Mayoral Minute 2024: Momentum towards building a City of Hope
In the third Mayoral Minute of this term of office, Cape Town Mayor Geordin Hill-Lewis reflects on progress made in the last year and...
Opinion piece: The sustainability business case – how buildings can help
By Thabang Byl, Buildings Segment Lead at Schneider Electric
One should never underestimate human nature, and certainly not our need to feel that we navigate...
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Sustainability news South Africa on Cape Business News (CBN) covers environmental practices, green innovations, and corporate responsibility initiatives essential for sustainable business operations. This sector’s news includes topics like resource efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable production methods that support a balanced ecosystem. CBN’s coverage helps companies align with environmental standards and promote sustainability within their industries.
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