By 2025, 1,8 billion people will experience water scarcity, and two thirds of the world will be living under water-stressed conditions. “This is a scenario that should make us think long and hard about how we as the chemical industry deal with water and how we can assist in fighting ‘aridification’ (or the drying out…
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World Environment Month/Day
June is National Environment Month, with World Environment Day celebrated on 5 June. This year the focus is on plastic pollution, and the theme – Beat Plastic Pollution – urges governments, industry, communities and individuals to explore sustainable alternatives and reduce the production and excessive use of single-use plastic. “If you cannot re-use, refuse,” says Deidré Penfold,…
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International Day for Biological Diversity – 22 May 2018
The 2018 International Day for Biological Diversity on 22 May 2018 marks the 25th anniversary of the entry into force of the Convention on Biological Diversity and highlights the progress made in the achievement of its objectives at national and global levels. The theme of the day is: Celebrating 25 Years of Action for Biodiversity.…
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Energy Month – May 2018
May is Energy Month in South Africa and no matter the size of your company, there is always an opportunity to become more energy efficient. “Finding ways for your company to become more energy-efficient helps preserve the world's resources and makes a great deal of financial sense. “Saving energy in your company can significantly reduce…
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