Cape Chamber of Commerce heartened by renewables milestone
This article was written and published by John Lawson, CEO of the Cape Chamber of Commerce and Industry via LinkedIn. The Cape Chamber is therefore heartened by news of another…
Regional weather experts meet in Lusaka on Thursday
Regional weather experts from Southern African countries are scheduled to meet in Lusaka, Zambia, on 30 January 2025, to improve forecasting efforts. This is to improve the dissemination of relevant…
Anglo American partners with University of Birmingham to commercialize carbon recycling technology for lower emission steelmaking
Anglo American has partnered with the University of Birmingham and venture-builder Cambridge Future Tech, to launch PeroCycle, a new venture aimed at developing and commercialising carbon recycling technology for implementation…
“Technology on its own isn’t enough”
François Xavier Dubois, Siemens Energy, on Regional Collaboration, Cross-Border Energy Partnerships, and the Need for Speed. Siemens Energy is involved in transformational projects across East Africa. François Xavier Dubois, Head…
Paper to replace plastic still under study
This article was published by Scitechdaily.com, and written by Polytechnic University of Milan. A groundbreaking study showcases the creation of sustainable hydrophobic paper (paper that repels water), enhanced by cellulose…
Unlocking a sustainable future: Pullman Cape Town gets Green Key
Pullman Cape Town, a hotel group, was awarded a Green Key certification for sustainability. The Green Key certification is a globally recognised standard of excellence in environmental responsibility and sustainable…
27 dead in Los Angeles fire
27 people have died and more than 30,000 evacuated in Los Angeles on Thursday. The Sepulveda Pass and a portion of the 405 is now closed. The Los Angeles Fire…
2025 International Year of Glaciers’ Preservation
Writes Daniel Kordan for UNESCO and the World Meteorological Organization (WMO) Glaciers are crucial for regulating the global climate and providing freshwater, essential for billions of people. However, due to…
Global coal demand is set to plateau through 2027
This article was written by the International Energy Agency. A new report by the International Energy Agency (IAEA) found the strong deployment of renewable energy technologies is set to curb…
North West Fire Association warns of Firenadoes
The North West Umbrella Fire Protection Association has warned against the potential of Firenadoes (fire tornadoes) due to extreme weather conditions underway in the province. Firenadoes are extreme fire phenomenon…