Promising SA-first solution to convert paper sludge, food and textile waste into bioethanol
Press release A pioneering solution has been developed to convert cellulose fibre-rich waste from pulp and paper mill operations into ethanol using a specialised fermentation process. Ethanol is a versatile starting material that finds diverse application in the production of industrial chemicals, bio-based plastics and sustainable aviation fuel. The solution was announced on Wednesday (24 […]
Unpacking South Africa’s Draft Strategy To Combat Food Losses And Waste
South Africa’s draft strategy to combat food losses and waste proposes interventions such as prevention, education, partnerships, regulation and monitoring.
SAB turns brewery waste into spinach for the sake of local communities
Just like the cartoon, hero and sailor man Popeye saved his beloved Olive Oyl with a healthy dose of spinach, so too is the South African Breweries (SAB) providing economic salvation to a local start-up Business near its Ibhayi Brewery in the Eastern Cape.
Biogas – the sustainable waste to fuel South Africa
Biogas offers the most accessible solution to the challenges in SA relating to energy production, waste treatment and environmental pollution.
Waste management
Introduction According to the National Environmental Management Waste Act of 2008, plastic containers in which agricultural chemicals are supplied ought to be tripled-rinsed, dried and securely stored on the farm for collection by accredited agencies (see “Chemicals in agriculture” page). They should not be burnt, buried or given over for other uses. Photo used courtesy […]