Approximately 29 000 jobs will be created from tons of recyclable waste which may lead to nearly R9 billion in savings for businesses annually if closely monitored, the Director of waste management in the Department of Environmental Affairs and...
Basic Education Minister Angie Motshekga addressed educators at the Quality Learning and Teaching Campaign forum on the significance of quality teaching despite the challenges of failing infrastructure. The issue of failing school infrastructure in...
The South African waste management industry plays a vital role in keeping our environment clean and can be counted among the most efficient on the African continent. Kate Stubbs, Marketing Director at Interwaste, shares her insights into what can...
A team of international scientists led by Prof. Yong Sik Ok from Korea University and Prof. Rui Xiao from Southeast University says that humanity needs to combat plastic pollution and is set to develop an effective strategy to repurpose polymeric...
A team of international scientists led by Prof. Yong Sik Ok from Korea University and Prof. Rui Xiao from Southeast University says that humanity needs to combat plastic pollution and is set to develop an effective strategy to repurpose polymeric...
South Africa, like many other countries, is facing massive challenges with regards to the safe disposal of medical waste, reports the World Health Organisation. The WHO has cautioned that waste management systems are under threat, as medical waste...
Power transmission technology has faced great evolution over the decades, however innovation is creating a global e-waste crisis. When electronics are disposed, they end up in landfills around the world. This spreads toxins and chemicals throughout...
Recycling building and construction materials remains the exception to the rule in countries such as Australia. The National Waste Policy agreed to by federal, state and territory governments has a target of 80% resource recovery by 2030. It’s...
Managing waste properly is essential for building sustainable and liveable cities, but it remains a challenge for many of South Africa’s largest metros. Infrastructure News speaks to Pikitup about their waste management process and strategies....