Restored tropical forests will store carbon even in the face of climate change

Restored tropical forests will store carbon even in the face of...

Large-scale tree planting won’t be enough to avoid climate disaster, but it can play a role in mitigating effects. Across vast swathes of the tropics...
Natural mineral is an ideal soil conditioner

Natural mineral is an ideal soil conditioner

In recognition of World Water Day on 8 March, Pratley is highlighting the benefits of its Vulture Creek Clino for a range of agricultural...
The US will see a marked rise in sea level within decades

The US will see a marked rise in sea level within...

Many major metropolitan areas on the East Coast are going to be increasingly at risk. Sea water along shorelines around the United States will be...
GRANVILLE ENERGY IS ON ITS WAY TO LIGHTING UP A BILLION PEOPLE IN AFRICA

GRANVILLE ENERGY IS ON ITS WAY TO LIGHTING UP A BILLION...

With the goal to provide clean and sustainable power to a billion Africans by 2050, the South Africa-based solar energy business, Granville Energy is...
Forensic DNA tests offer new tool to fight illegal ivory trade

Forensic DNA tests offer new tool to fight illegal ivory trade

New DNA research shows how forensic experts can connect the dots within the illegal ivory trade, and make a better case to protect wildlife. Genetic...

Genetic diversity is key in the conservation of lion populations

It’s in the interest of lions to focus not just on the persistence of their populations but also on their genetic diversity. Biodiversity exists at...
Why e-learning will be key in South Africa’s climate change effort

Why e-learning will be key in South Africa’s climate change effort

As the republic implements strategies to reduce its carbon footprint, companies will need to bring staff up to speed on policy and new standard...
Smart soil sensors could reduce environmental damage from fertilizers

Smart soil sensors could reduce environmental damage from fertilizers

The chemPEGS sensor measures levels in the soil of ammonium, a compound converted to nitrites by soil bacteria. The agriculture industry is a breeding ground...
South Africa’s 30×30 NOW Campaign Launches

South Africa’s 30×30 NOW Campaign Launches

Calling on South African Leaders to Support the Global Goal of Protecting at least 30% of the World’s Land and Sea by 2030 Johannesburg, 14...
Europeans ‘should adjust their diets’ to help save the planet

Europeans ‘should adjust their diets’ to help save the planet

“The foods societies produce and eat today have a climatic ripple effect that extends far into the future.” Each day all year round we can...
The Benefits Of Water Reclaiming Systems And How They Work

The Benefits Of Water Reclaiming Systems And How They Work

The water on Earth now is the same that existed when the Earth was formed. This is made possible by recycled water, which occurs...
Warming in the Arctic can wreak climate havoc in East Asia

Warming in the Arctic can wreak climate havoc in East Asia

“Arctic warming is not only threatening the polar bear, but will affect us in many other ways,” a scientist says. The planet’s climate is a...