Weekly state of reservoirs report
Weekly state of reservoirs report as at 15 April 2013. Click below for the report: weekly
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Rhino killings continue
The onslaught on rhinos in the Kruger National Park is intensifying weekly. At least one is attacked for it’s horn, on a daily basis. The park recently employed several retired army-members to strengthen its anti-poaching unit. WARNING: The...
Plastics industry has its say on “future for growth”
Role players and decision makers in the South African plastics industry made use of the recent opportunity to air their views on matters relating to the growth of the industry, sustainability and recycling during the first-ever, industry specific...
Closing date for abstracts draws near
Any person wanting to submit an abstract for Landfill 2013, which will be co-hosted by the Landfill Interest Group (LIG) of the IWMSA’s Central branch and the Geosynthetics Interest Group of South Africa (GIGSA) on 16 and 17 October 2013 at...
Meredale garden site closed for construction
Pikitup, City of Johannesburg’s waste management company has informed residents of the South of Johannesburg that the Meredale Garden Site on Byvanger & David Street will be temporary closed, commencing from Monday, 08 April 2013 for duration...
Air pollution more dangerous than believed
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), the health dangers presented by air pollution are far larger than previously thought. This is according to the Climate and Clean Air Coalition to Reduce Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (CCAC), who...
CESA sets the record straight
Consulting Engineers South Africa (CESA) is encouraged by Public Works Minister Thulas Nxesi’s support of its War Chest, but will like to clear some misconceptions about the need for such a fund. In his address at the inaugural South African...
Pipe industry investigates environmental impact and energy costs of plastic pipe
The Southern African Plastic Pipe Manufacturers Association (SAPPMA) has just – 9 April 2013 – released the findings of a study which aimed to investigate environmental footprint caused by the manufacturing and use of plastic pipes....
An archival repository becoming a reality?
The Water Research Commission (WRC), in collaboration with North West University (NWU) Vaal Campus, is answering the call for the establishment of information storage facilities in the form of a water archival repository system for South Africa. ...
