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The importance of good gardening practices

November 24, 2021 Leave a Comment

“While the impact of climate change is more visible than ever, decisions to limit carbon emissions at COP26 have, yet again, been neutered by the leaders of large carbon emitting countries,” says Gavin Heron, founder of Earth Probiotic. Lead by India, China and South Africa, disappointingly, changed a stronger “phasing out of coal" commitment to a weaker "phasing down of … [Read more...]

Rebuilding relationships over natural resources in Darfur

August 19, 2021 Leave a Comment

Every year on 19 August, World Humanitarian Day offers the United Nations and other humanitarian organizations an opportunity to celebrate the daily work of humanitarian responders worldwide and recognize their dedication to helping others. World Humanitarian Day also gives us pause to reflect on how to continue improving the humanitarian response to climate change and complex … [Read more...]

Kenya’s post-covid recovery should prioritise people not coal

August 19, 2021 Leave a Comment

A post-covid recovery plan should prioritise people and not a polluting coal industry, this is according to Greenpeace Africa. The Kenyan budget outlining the governments’ plans for Kenya’s Post COVID recovery released in June 2021 clearly shows the government’s intentions to prioritise coal over the health and well-being of Kenyans. The budget focuses on coal exploration … [Read more...]

Ecosystem restoration for people, nature and climate

June 23, 2021 Leave a Comment

UNEP has released a synthesis report as a call to action for anyone and everyone to join the #GenerationRestoration movement to prevent, halt and reverse the degradation of ecosystems worldwide. It details the economic, environmental and social rewards that restoration can bring. Far from being a ‘nice to have’, ecosystem restoration is needed on a large scale in order to … [Read more...]

Is sustainability finally becoming more mainstream?

March 2, 2021 Leave a Comment

As the world grapples with the uncertainty surrounding the long-term implications of Covid-19, there is a measure of agreement on one thing - the global pandemic has fast-tracked numerous trends which were already emerging prior to the crisis. Says Anthony Stroebel, head of New Business Development for Pam Golding Properties and a director of the Green Building Council South … [Read more...]

How a lagoon became a frontline defence against climate change

May 31, 2020 Leave a Comment

When Albert Pati moved closer to the sea to open a beach bar overlooking the Mediterranean in Albania, he never imagined that the sea would also be moving closer to him, now eroding the soil around his restaurant floor. Even before the outbreak of Covid-19, families and businesses around the Adriatic Sea were faced with a serious threat. One of the countries hardest-hit by … [Read more...]

Limpopo-based recycling co-operative wins SEED Award

November 30, 2015 5 Comments

The Thinana Recycling Cooperative was recently announced as one of the winners of the 2015 SEED Awards. This cooperative comprises of five women who collect recyclable waste in the village of Senwabarwana (Limpopo). They use donkey carts and trolleys to collect used plastic bottles (PET), cans and glass. In partnership with the P.E.A.C.E Foundation, PETCO has played an … [Read more...]

Visionary new African network for green women leaders launched

March 10, 2015 Leave a Comment

Sunday was Women's Day and here is good news regarding women leadership in the environmental field: Women ministers and leaders from Africa, meeting at the Africa Ministerial Conference on the Environment (AMCEN) launched a new network, that aims at enhancing representation and involvement of women in decision-making in areas related to the environment and sustainable … [Read more...]

One million trees planted on earth guest day

October 21, 2011 Leave a Comment

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On Earth Day, Accor Hospitality celebrated Earth Guest day and announced that it had crossed the initial one million trees threshold of its Plant for the Planet project. To date, 1 000 hotels have financed the planting of one million trees worldwide. For the fourth consecutive year employees demonstrated their commitment to protecting the planet with sustainable development … [Read more...]

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Proposed new legislation could ‘save SA’s iconic species’

South Africans have until 8 September to make submissions to the Department of Forestry, Fisheries and the Environment following the release of a White Paper on Conservation and Sustainable Use of South Africa’s Biodiversity.

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Everything You Should Know About The Compressed Air Car

One unique solution to the challenges we face with fossil fuels is in the air we breathe, literally.

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German startup unveils solar-powered family car

A Finnish car company has revealed a solar panel covered family car with plans to change public transport.

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Total Eren to develop 1GW green hydrogen project in Australia as the country eyes Indo-Pacific exports

Australia’s Northern Territory has struck a deal with Total Eren to develop a 1GW green hydrogen project in the city of Darwin

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Longi equips 9-MWp solar car canopy system in Malaysia

August 16 (Renewables Now) - Chinese solar modules supplier Longi Green Energy Technology Co Ltd (SHA:601012) has delivered modules for a 9-MWp solar photo

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