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Renewable energy projects to cut carbon emissions

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… industry. “I can proudly say that it is also an effective climate change mitigant and a water-smart programme. The 27 projects … over the last few years has highlighted the impact of climate change and water security. “Generating electricity …

Firefighters prepare for 2018 fire season

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… Minister Molewa reiterated the importance of adapting to climate change, referring to recent natural disasters such as the …

Minister calls for investment in SA

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… will also address the challenges associated with climate change. “Over and above, the socio-economic benefits, the …

SA marks Earth Hour

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… demonstration of their commitment to action against climate change.  Marked each year on the last Saturday of March, …

Use weather services info to your advantage

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… is able to effectively address the challenge posed by climate change. They also enable stakeholders to make climate smart decisions across critical sectors, from crop …

SA, Norway to strengthen relations

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… environment - with emphasis on oceans and pollution, climate change and sustainable energy in South Africa and Norway. …

Let's celebrate National Water Week

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… sources and water conservation. It encourages behavioural change towards the use, management, conservation, development … to the water challenge. The department said global climate change challenges have exacerbated the drought … the Southern African Development Community (SADC) region. “Climate change also adds stress to the water sector by …

Drought declared a national disaster

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… infrastructure. The sectors will continue activating their climate change adaptation strategies and plans to support … common condition of most of the communities calling for a change of behaviour and the safe use of water. –  …

France congratulates President Ramaphosa

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… France and South Africa and on a common strategy to fight climate change. “President Macron has assured President Ramaphosa of …

Slight increase in national dams

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… “The rest of the globe continues to face the realities of climate change, therefore everyone should apply their efforts and use …

Africa in for more extreme weather events

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… As a result of climate change, Africa is expected to experience an increase in … in Johannesburg on Wednesday, Hermanus said the impacts of climate change are going to intensify, impacting on the …

Bulk infrastructure projects could push back Day Zero

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… of the drought and the interventions put in place. “With climate change we need to do more with less. It is hoped that the …

Minister Sisulu leads SA delegation to World Urban Forum

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… and its impact on communities, cities, economies, climate change and policies. The forum -- which starts from 7 to 13 … as well as managing the negative consequences of climate change on communities, will receive attention at WUF …

Fisheries management key to reducing hunger, poverty

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… the Ecosystem Approach to Fisheries management considering climate and pollution impacts,” the event was part of a … fisheries management, and to study how a changing climate is affecting the oceans. The new research vessel, the … allow a better understanding of the impacts of climate change and other external factors, including pollution on …

Water and Sanitation Master Plan necessary for growth

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… increase in water requirements for socio-economic growth. Climate change means that there are warmer and drier months overall …

Cape drought: Aquifers to deliver more water as Day Zero beckons

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… than desirable rainfall last year due to the effects of climate change. Briefing journalists at the Cape Town Civic Centre on …

Treasury publishes second carbon tax draft bill

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… (NDC) commitments in terms of the 2015 Paris Agreement on Climate Change, and to reduce the country’s greenhouse gas emissions in line with the National Climate Change Response Policy and National Development Plan. …

Youth must lead the science revolution

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… African science and technology to the world.  “We want to change the way they talk about us. Too little is known about … overcome challenges such as poverty, inequality, climate change and disease outbreaks.  The Deputy President said the …

Government improves disaster management strategy

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… remain a reality and are on the rise due to the effects of climate change, the increasing population and pressure on …

SA calls for increased cooperation to deal with migration

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… as environmental degradation, insecurity and instability, climate change and the lack of economic opportunities that compel our … resources; maritime insecurity, as well as the impact of climate change are some of the security challenges that …