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IWMSA KZN Recycling Forum Annual Seminar

Since the introduction of EPR (extended producer responsibility) schemes in South Africa for some sectors, there has been a shift in the way the waste management supply chain operates. Many Producer Responsibility Organisations (PROs) have been established to assist producers in managing their obligations, and EPR fees are paid to PROs to finance the collection, […]

South African National Circular Economy Stakeholder Dialogue: The Future of Agriculture

The first national circular economy dialogue will be about the agriculture sector which is essential for South Africa’s food security and sovereignty. We are going to unpack how circular economy principles are applied to the agricultural sector and why circular water management is such a critical component for creating resilience, before going over into a […]

Circular Lunch Club: (EPR) e-Waste: an Opportunity or Challenge?

Join us for the Circular Lunch Club on 22 August 2024. This month’s session will focus on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR): e-Waste: an Opportunity or Challenge? The discussion will cover the opportunities and challenges of EPR: e-Waste implementation, offering insights into its impact on the industry. What to Expect: Expert partner presentations and advice Knowledge […]

SAPRO Awards for the Best Recycled Plastic Products

On 19 September, 18:00 – 21:30 SAPRO is hosting the SAPRO Awards for the Best Recycled Plastic Products. This industry event brings together recyclers, converters, brand owners, associations, PROs, and technology (equipment) suppliers. The event will feature awards in six categories for products made from recycled plastic material. The evening will culminate in a gathering […]

Africa-US Smart Cities Lab

The African Centre for the Study of the United States at Wits University invites you to its inaugural Africa-US Smart Cities Lab on 14 August 2024, from 09:00 to 16:30, at Wits University. Registration is open, with only 50 spots available. The delegate pass is R800.

South Africa Circular Economy Hotspot 2024

Why a Circular Economy Conference? South Africa is at an exciting moment in time, poised to lead sustainable transformation. Embracing the Circular Economy brings both new opportunities for positive growth and ways to address urgent challenges. The African Circular Economy Network (ACEN), TheRockGroup and Sustainable Inclusive Business (under KEPSA) are the proud organisers of the South Africa Circular Economy Hotspot 2024 (SACEH’24). African Circular Economy Network (ACEN) has […]

Sustainable Industries Conference South Africa

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) is a national support programme dedicated to advancing South Africa’s industry towards a green economy by implementing resource-efficient and cleaner production (RECP) interventions. The mission of NCPC-SA is to promote RECP in industrial, commercial, and public sectors, enabling them to operate efficiently, sustainably, and competitively. NCPC-SA’s services […]

Africa Textile Talks 2024

Growers, makers, processors, designers, and those in the textile industry are invited to this event. As the industry undergoes rapid changes, it can be challenging to navigate the influx of new information and identify what is essential for the future of your practice or business. In response to this, we have organized an event that […]

#cocreate Circular Design Challenge 2024

Enter the #cocreate Circular Design Challenge 2024 www.thecdi.org.za/ccdc Are you an innovator, entrepreneur, SMME, or non-profit organisation passionate about driving positive change in South Africa which builds a future that protects our environment and livelihoods? Do you have innovative ideas to address key challenges in Circular Design? If so, we invite you to apply for the #cocreate […]