How To Go Green and Save Money This Festive Season
Make these small changes to have a more eco-friendly December and save money for January at the same time.
Why Should Small and Medium Businesses Comply With EPR?
Learn how to use EPR to your advantage as a small or medium enterprise. Consider its cost-saving benefits, publicity potential, and ability to drive innovation.
Alexandra Water Warriors – Story and Projects
Learn more about the Alexandra Water Warriors – a community-run environmental group that tackles river pollution in Johannesburg.
New Plastic Pollution Project in South Africa
Learn how the WWF, UNIDO, and World Environment Fund are making South Africa’s plastics industry more sustainable with this fully-funded five-year plan.
5 Common Myths About Recycling in South Africa
What common misconceptions do South Africans have about recycling? Learn the truths behind these myths backed by scientific research.
Inspiring Non-Profit Helps Clean South African Beaches
Read the story of Save a Fishie – a South African non-profit started by a teenage activist. Learn about ocean pollution and find a beach clean-up near you.
New Battery Recycling Plant Opens in Gauteng
Learn about the first lithium-ion battery recycling plant in the Southern Hemisphere, what makes it special, and how to start recycling batteries in SA.
eWASA Partners with Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality for Innovative E-Waste Management
The EPR Waste Association of South Africa (eWASA) is excited to announce a partnership with the Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality (NMBM) to boost electronic waste management in the region. On 3 September 2024, the NMBM Council approved the implementation of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between eWASA and the municipality, marking a significant milestone in sustainable waste management practices.
How Battery Waste Pollutes the Environment
Learn what batteries are made from and how they cause pollution that threatens soil, water, plants, and wildlife. Find out where to recycle batteries instead.
Solar Panel Recycling: Challenges and Opportunities in SA
Learn about the solar panel recycling process and what it would take to implement it in South Africa. Understanding financial and regulatory hurdles.