The Eco-Logic Awards, hosted by The Enviropaedia (in association with SABC3), have announced that entries are now open for individuals and organisations to submit their products, services, innovations and achievements. In their third year, the Awards are regarded as one of South Africa’s most inspirational and influential acknowledgements and support of individuals and … [Read more...]
Earth Girls announced as SA’s Top Young Entrepreneurs
The Miss Earth South Africa walked away with top honours in the Young Entrepreneur category at the Inaugural South African Premier Business Awards held at the Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg recently. The awards, initiated by the Department of Trade and Industry, Proudly South Africa, and Brand South Africa, recognised top businesses in a wide range of categories, … [Read more...]
Can your company make an environmental difference?
Future Group presents The Greenest Event, in association with Servest Group, hosted by Simon Gear and Jeremy Maggs (and introduced by Dr John Ledger). Every year on World Environment Day (5 Jun) the country's leading scientists, consultants and business leaders gather to challenge and address crucial issues facing South African business. On the agenda this year: The … [Read more...]
Are YOU an Eco-Champion?
Do you help to protect and preserve the Earth? Does your company provide products or services that are helpful to the Earth? If so – then Eco-Logic wants to recognise and support YOU! The search is on for individuals and organisations that contribute to the well-being of the Earth, its wonderful biodiversity and natural resources. If you are such an individual or … [Read more...]
Fracking activist wins international environmental prize
South African environmental campaigner Jonathan Deal was today awarded the Goldman Environmental Prize for his work in the fight against hydraulic fracturing in the Karoo. Each year, the Goldman Environmental Foundation selects grassroots activists from around the world to honour them for their work. With an individual cash prize of $150 000 (close on R1.5m), it is the … [Read more...]
Nedbank Capital scoops three international awards
Nedbank Capital recently scooped three prestigious awards at the 2012 Project Finance Deal of the Year Awards held in London at the luxurious Grand Connaught Hotel. These awards included the African Wind Deal of the Year, African Oil and Gas Deal of the Year, and the EMEA Oil and Gas Deal of the Year. For the last 14 years, the Project Finance Deal of the Year Awards have … [Read more...]
Tasting the goodness of green wines at sunset
Even in these belt-tightening times, consumers worldwide are going green, showing with their wallets an increased interest in products that have been produced in an environmentally conscious manner. Since its inception in 2009, the main thrust of the Nedbank Green Wine Awards has been to reward and elevate the quality of wines made from organically grown grapes, honouring … [Read more...]
Miss Earth South Africa placed in Top 8
Johannesburg-based environmentalist and law graduate, Tamerin Jardine, placed in the Top 8 at the 13th International Miss Earth at a star-studded, glittering gala showcase event at the Versailles Palace, Alabang in Manila, Philippines on Saturday night. From the outset this 25-year-old was a favourite with avid competition followers and pundits alike and from the minute she … [Read more...]
Inspiration and recycling innovation honoured
PETCO recently celebrated the best people, companies and organisations involved in post-consumer PET recycling in South Africa, at their 7th annual AGM and networking evening held at the Forum, in Bryanston, Johannesburg. The magical evening, which was not shaken by the devastating hailstorm that gripped the reef, took the form of a stylish cocktail and networking session with … [Read more...]
Green pioneers scoop green wine awards
Even in these belt-tightening times, consumers worldwide are going green, showing – with their wallets – an increased interest in products that have been produced in an environmentally conscious manner. Since its inception in 2009, the main thrust of the Nedbank Green Wine Awards has been to reward and elevate the quality of wines made from organically grown grapes, … [Read more...]
eWasa chairman recognised
Keith Anderson, a 2012 IT Personality Award finalist, was presented with the ICT Social Responsibility Award for his outstanding pro bono work to promote responsible disposal and recycling of electronic waste in SA. The award is presented by the Computer Society of SA (CSSA), in association with ITWeb, Gartner Africa and GIBS, and was handed to Anderson at the CSSA … [Read more...]
Judging criteria for green awards announced
The Exhibition and Events Association of Southern Africa (EXSA) is proud to announce the launch of their 'Green Awards.' EXSA’s recognition of the industry’s need to become more sustainable led to the development of the Green Awards. These awards will acknowledge and commend those exhibition organisers and stand builders who have successfully applied sustainable practices at … [Read more...]
The greenest of the green get their due
Volkswagen South Africa (VWSA) walked away with the highest accolade in the waste industry last night, adding to their green credentials when they received first place in the large organisations category in the Department of Economic Development, Environmental Affairs and Tourism (DEDEAT) and Institute of Waste Management of Southern Africa (IWMSA)’s Top Green Organisation … [Read more...]
