SA set to achieve 30 by 30 target
South Africa’s conservation is not decreasing, it is in fact on target to grow by 0,5% annually, according to Minister of Environmental Affairs, Forestry and Fisheries, Barbara Creecy. “Our approved…
How a cactus inspired scientists to make cheaper hydrogen
A prickly pear cactus in the desert inspired engineers at the University of Texas to make cheaper hydrogen. Read more: https://www.google.com/amp/s/oilprice.com/Alternative-Energy/Fuel-Cells/How-A-Cactus-Inspired-Scientists-To-Make-Cheaper-Hydrogen.amp.html
Level 2 weather warning for NMB
A severe weather warning (level 2) was issued for Nelson Mandela Bay for Saturday, 13 May 2023, 18:30.Approximately 20 mm to 40 mm of rainfall is expected between Friday and…
Renewable Energy Explained
Solar, wind, hydroelectric, biomass, and geothermal power can provide energy without the planet-warming effects of fossil fuels. Read more: https://www.nationalgeographic.org/article/renewable-energy-explained/
Water and Sanitation budget prioritizes services
Part of press release by the Department of Water and Sanitation : Minister Senzo Mchunu reiterated his commitment to continue supporting municipalities with two conditional grants, namely, Regional Bulk Infrastructure…
Interesting insight into nuclear energy
If you want to scare pigeons, throw in a cat! Nuclear seems like a cat among healthy, growing pigeons (renewable energy set to be coming on stream to boost rainbow…
NamPower shrugs off claims it’s broke
NamPower is not broke – Haulofu NamPower says its sustainability is not dependent on the current pursuit to recover N$1.5 billion owed by clients. The national utility’s Managing Director Kahenge…
PCC PROVIDES FINAL APPRAISAL AND RECOMMENDATIONS ON SOUTH AFRICA’S JET-IP
In November last year, President Ramaphosa unveiled South Africa’s 5-year Just Energy Transition Investment Plan (JET-IP) and requested the Commission to consult stakeholders on the plan and provide feedback on…
Cape Town residents earn second spot in City Nature Challenge winner categories.
Cape Town achieved second place among 482 cities in the number of observations recorded, and fourth place in the number of species recorded categories during the recent City Nature Challenge.…