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Solving environmental law confusion: Lawyer Lizette van der Walt launches innovative app
Lizette van der Walt is a lawyer specialising in environmental law. In her 27 years of experience, she noticed a general confusion around environmental laws in South Africa and decided to help by creating the Enviro Legal app. This app is designed to help users...
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Turning The Tide To Achieve SDG 6
Coming off the back of the WISA 2024 Biennial Conference and Exhibition, we can all agree that accelerated change is needed in achieving SDG 6 by 2030. As we celebrate 30 years of democracy this year and honour women during the month of August, it is fitting that we...
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[Industry Personality] Carin Bosman: Make noise and have a code
The water sector is filled with passionate people, Carin Bosman is one such passionate person, and she serves to remind us of all that water is for the betterment of humanity, and when you are tasked with doing what is right, you have to make some noise. Early on in...
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[Cover Story] 40 years strong: Lethabo Intake Pumping Station’s historic refurbishment
A part of Rand Water’s proactive infrastructure maintenance project comprised the refurbishment of pumps and electrical boards at the Lethabo Intake Pumping Station. This key facility pumps water to ESKOM Lethabo Power Station and supplies over half of Gauteng via the...
Drought – never waste a good disaster
Over the past few weeks, many celebratory videos and photos have been shared of overflowing supply dams for the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM). Kirsten Kelly talks to Matthew Hills, an engineer at NMBM about avoiding dry taps, the...
The Evolution of Magalies Water
As the North-West province’s sole water board, Magalies Water is relentless in its endeavour to respond to the current bulk water challenges. By Kirsten Kelly Founded in 1969, Magalies Water has evolved from an entity that...
Mine water management: a regulatory overview
Mining is regulated by the Department of Mineral Resources in terms of the Mineral and Petroleum Resources Act. However, DWS has a particular interest in mining’s negative impact on water as well as the vast quantities of water used in mining...
Load-shedding resilient water and sanitation operations
Over the current financial year, the City of Cape Town’s Water and Sanitation Directorate will spend R87 million on generators and uninterrupted power supply (UPS) installations for sewer and water pump stations, as well as bulk water and...
Collaborative water management: a path to Israeli-Palestinian peace
Water is a central element of the war between Israel and Hamas in the Gaza Strip. Israel controls several water pipelines entering Gaza. But water can also be a source of hope for an alternative future. By Clive Lipchin (adjunct professor:...
Water storage: from 5000 to 4.5 million litres
Structa Technology – a division of the Structa Group of Companies – offers solutions for water storage from 5 000 litres to 4.5 million litres through the Prestank and Circotanks ranges to suit both function and budget. Prestank is Structa’s...
Sustainability
Modelling the future: predicting water availability in a changing climate
Modelling in the water sector contributes to efficient resource management, improved infrastructure design, and better decision-making – ultimately leading to sustainable water use and environmental conservation. By Kerry Grimmer, principal...
Using waste management strategies to aid ESG outcomes
In today’s business environment, companies cannot succeed without embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) practices into their businesses. Part of this roadmap towards sustainability must include effective waste management. The...
EWSETA introduces specialised training for renewable energy and water management
The EWSETA (Energy and Water Sector Education and Training Authority) is developing and implementing specialised renewable energy and water resource management training programmes, in a bid to align with industry needs and technological...
Extended Producer Responsibility in South Africa: Promoting sustainability and addressing environmental challenges
Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) is a critical tool for promoting a sustainable future in South Africa, addressing environmental challenges such as pollution, waste management, and mitigating resource depletion. As the CEO of The Glass...
Demolition of older compromised structures versus modern recyclable buildings
Demolition of older, compromised structures – from residential buildings to industrial facilities – can have significant environmental and social implications. The demolition process can generate a huge quantity of waste, including hazardous...
Bridging the academia-industry gap in the WASH sector
The WISA KwaZulu Natal Branch in partnership with Durban University of Technology, Ewseta, Umngeni- UThukela Water, Universal Water Solutions, Borda SA, and the Department of Water and Sanitation recently held a symposium that brought together...
Industry News
Lower emissions now a sustainability and cost imperative
The enforcement of South Africa’s carbon tax is adding to the focus by mines and industry on greenhouse gas emissions, raising the interest in the potential for converting methane into energy. According to Vis Reddy, chairman of SRK Consulting in...
Stakeholder engagement key to project success
With extensive mining activities taking place in the area, Rustenburg Local Municipality faces numerous water challenges, where water is pumped as far as Vaalkop Dam on the Crocodile River System. Fortunately, the construction of the Mafenya...
The real culprits behind clogging
Damage caused by clogging can cause a pump’s mechanism to slow down and lead to pump tripping or worse. Xylem’s research has found the true cause of clogging. Big or small? Clogging in wastewater systems is a common problem for...
Metro News
Gauteng sees surge in acts of vandalism targeting traffic signals
The Gauteng Department of Roads and Transport has appealed to members of the public to report acts of vandalism following a surge in vandalism and theft targeting traffic signals within the province. “The department is faced with an enormous battle...
The Evolution of Magalies Water
As the North-West province’s sole water board, Magalies Water is relentless in its endeavour to respond to the current bulk water challenges. By Kirsten Kelly Founded in 1969, Magalies Water has evolved from an entity that...
Free State arts town now manages its own electricity load
Eskom has announced that the Free State town of Clarens, in the eastern part of the province, has become South Africa’s first town where residents are now equipped to manage their own electricity load through load curtailment. Eskom Free State...
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Engineering
CESA reiterates its call for a paradigm shift in governance – one that prioritises ‘action over promises’ post-SONA
As the nation grapples with multifaceted challenges, the importance of collaboration and decisive action cannot be overstated. In response to State of the Nation address; Chris Campbell, CEO of the Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA),...
CESA’s New President David Leukes calls for translating policy into action ahead of SONA
In a media address held in Sandton, north of Johannesburg, Consulting Engineers South Africa’s (CESA) newly appointed President, David Leukes, emphasised the importance of translating policy into action ahead of the South Africa’s State of...
Drought – never waste a good disaster
Over the past few weeks, many celebratory videos and photos have been shared of overflowing supply dams for the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM). Kirsten Kelly talks to Matthew Hills, an engineer at NMBM about avoiding dry taps, the...
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