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The NCPC-SA national programme manager Victor Manavhela
NCPC-SA launches circularity programme in North West
5th March 2024 By: Sabrina Jardim

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) launched an Industrial Symbiosis Programme (ISP) with the North West provincial government and local municipalities to enable... 


Victor Manavhela, the NCPC-SA National Programme Manager
A circularity programme to unlock economic opportunities in North West
26th February 2024

Industries in the North West province will soon have access to a more sustainable waste disposal option, while also providing small companies with business opportunities stemming from these waste... 


Five-year multinational project kicks off to advance the circular economy in the textile industry
Five-year multinational project kicks off to advance the circular economy in the textile industry
1st February 2024

“The World Bank estimates that nearly 20% of global wastewater comes from textiles,” said United Nations Industrial Development Organization Project Administrator, Franchesca Beru at an inception... 


Swiss Ambassador celebrates industrial parks project success with the NCPC-SA
Swiss Ambassador celebrates industrial parks project success with the NCPC-SA
16th January 2024

His Excellency Mirko Manzoni, the ambassador of Switzerland in South Africa, attended a workshop to mark the end of Phase I and the beginning of Phase II of the Global Eco-Industrial Parks... 


Local manufacturer, Meze Foods, showcases sustainability improvements to Africa delegation  
Local manufacturer, Meze Foods, showcases sustainability improvements to Africa delegation  
8th January 2024

On Thursday, 23 November 2023, the National Cleaner Production Centre, South Africa (NCPC-SA) hosted a delegation from the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) and Southern African... 


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Guideline to improve agro-processing water efficiency
17th March 2023 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

The National Cleaner Production Centre of South Africa (NCPC-SA) has created an Industrial Water Efficiency Guideline following its assessment of water efficiency between 2013 and 2020 in the... 


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Sustainable energy practices critical in securing industry’s energy needs
6th March 2023

A just energy transition is critical and undisputedly inevitable for South Africa. Likewise, the efficient use of energy remains important in preserving resources and reducing the impact of fossil... 


NCPC-SA Trains Professionals for a Green Economy
1st March 2023

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) invites companies interested in improving their resource efficiency and saving money to register their in-house representatives and/or... 


Limpopo Government Champions Recycling Efforts
8th February 2023

The Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism in collaboration with the National Cleaner Production Centre, South Africa (NCPC-SA) is set to host an event to share the... 


Company creates guideline to conserve water
16th December 2022 By: Leah Shelene Asaram

National support programme the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC SA) and the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have constructed a detailed water assessment... 


The NCPC-SA to host an Access-to-Finance Workshop in Polokwane on 8 November 2022
2nd November 2022

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) invites companies, particularly SMMEs and start-ups,  in Limpopo to register to attend a Sustainable Finance Workshop to be hosted in... 


NCPC-SA greening skills development
16th September 2022

Globally, there is a resounding push towards a circular economy and “Just Transition”. Responding to the inevitable change to industry, the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA)... 


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NCPC-SA energy efficiency objectives ‘big opportunity’ to reduce South Africa’s carbon intensity
26th May 2022 By: Simone Liedtke

Considering the economic objectives in South Africa, despite the challenges facing the country, the National Cleaner Production Centre of South Africa (NCPC-SA) believes there remains a “big... 


A photo of Lee-Hendor Ruiters speaking at teh launch of the The South African Industry Adaption (SAIA) project which was launched last month to accelerate South African industry’s energy and water transition a collaboration between the governments of South Africa and Flanders, in Belgium, and the United Nations Industrial Development Corporation
Project launched to fast-track energy, water transition
13th May 2022 By: Halima Frost

The South African Industry Adaption (SAIA) project was launched last month to accelerate South African industry’s energy and water transition to a decarbonised, green and inclusive economy, as well... 


Partnership launched to overcome climate resiliency barriers in energy, water
6th April 2022 By: Donna Slater

A joint project to accelerate South Africa’s energy and water transitions to be more efficient and sustainable – the South African Industry Adaption (SAIA) project – was officially launched on... 


Gauteng SMEs invited to apply for green support incentive programme
15th March 2022 By: Schalk Burger

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) and the Gauteng Department of Economic Development invite local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to apply for the Green... 


Call for applications: Energy efficiency and renewable energy support for SMEs in Gauteng 
15th March 2022

The National Cleaner Production Centre, South Africa (NCPC-SA) and the Gauteng Department of Economic Development (GDED) are inviting local Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to apply for the... 


NCPC-SA introduces water tools and guides to assist in efficient industrial water use
NCPC-SA introduces water tools and guides to assist in efficient industrial water use
3rd March 2022

With water scarcity and a need to conserve water being topical across the world, the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa’s (NCPC-SA’s) Water Efficiency Online Workshop, held on February... 


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Power Quality the focus at AEI
25th February 2022 By: Sabrina Jardim

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) aims to raise awareness of the importance of Power Quality in the manufacturing industry at this year’s Africa Energy Indaba (AEI).... 


SMEs in the Clothing Textile Footwear and Leather Sector to get a boost to innovate for sustainability
10th December 2021

South African small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) and companies in the textile sector   who are part of multinational value chains, including exporting towards the European market, are to be... 


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Energy efficiency should be prioritised as South Africa walks supply tightrope
26th November 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

As the world looks to develop sustainable energy industries, mitigate the impacts of climate change and reduce greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions, energy efficiency has been emphasised as an integral... 


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Energy efficiency should be prioritised as South Africa walks supply tightrope
26th November 2021 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

As the world looks to develop sustainable energy industries, mitigate the impacts of climate change and reduce greenhouse-gas (GHG) emissions, energy efficiency has been emphasised as an integral... 


Pump systems optimised through energy-saving assessments
8th October 2021 By: Theresa Bhowan-Rajah

With international studies showing that pump systems account for more than 20% of global electrical energy demand, the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) has worked with more... 


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Programme expands into other provinces
24th September 2021 By: Darren Parker

National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa’s (NCPC-SA’s) Industrial Symbiosis Programme (ISP) is on track to be launched in the Eastern Cape and the Free State before the end of the year, says... 


Eskom CEO urges electrical-equipment manufacturers to think global
21st September 2021

Ignoring moves by the world’s biggest economies to decarbonise threatens to hamper South Africa’s economic growth. We need to urgently turn our vicious cycle of deindustrialisation and unemployment... 


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Free courses promote women involvement
27th August 2021 By: Anna Moross

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) aims to encourage and increase women’s participation in the implementation of energy and other resource efficiency projects in industry... 


Partnership aids in reducing beverage industry footprint
20th August 2021

The beverage industry in South Africa still presents significant opportunities for addressing water, energy and waste efficiencies across the entire value chain, according to industry support... 


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The benefits and possibilities of establishing eco-industrial parks
22nd July 2021 By: Yolande Botes

For property managers of commercial and industrial business parks, applying the principles and methodologies of resource efficiency and other sustainable business models can not only improve their... 


Good practice compressed air systems approach
Good practice compressed air systems approach
8th July 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The most difficult part about starting the Resource Efficient and Cleaner Production (RECP) journey is taking that first step. The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) has made... 


SASHAY RAMDHAREE
The focus of the IEE project will be on providing these guidelines for SMEs in the commercial buildings, automotive, metal casting and agricultural processing industries
Project focuses on guidelines for SMEs
7th May 2021 By: Anna Moross

With the second phase of the Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) project ending in December this year, National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) IEE project leader Sashay Ramdharee... 


UNIDO will be hosting three side events at the Africa Energy Indaba on 3 March 2021
3rd March 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The SA Industrial Energy Efficiency Project Presents a complementary workshop on How energy management saves not only energy but money, jobs and the Planet at Africa Energy Indaba 2021 virtual event” 


Acclaimed Energy Dignitaries to Exchange Opinions at Upcoming Africa Energy Indaba
18th February 2021 By: Creamer Media Reporter

This year’s Africa Energy Indaba is set to introduce attendees to some of the most influential figures the energy sector has seen. Such acclaimed energy experts will assemble at this prestigious... 


Key issues to be addressed at 13th annual Africa Energy Indaba
16th February 2021

The Africa Energy Indaba conference is the definitive energy event for the continent delivering an annual programme that influences energy policy for Africa. Pivotal issues that impact the African... 


Eco-industrial parks among the gateways for picking up industrial activity
10th December 2020 By: Marleny Arnoldi

To help alleviate the economic hardship being experienced in South Africa, one initiative government has started driving is transitioning industrial parks into eco-industrial parks, National... 


The DTIC, international partners launch project to drive green industrial revitalization in South Africa
10th December 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (the dtic) and the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA), in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development... 


Christian Susan
DTIC, partners launch Global Eco-Industrial Parks Programme in South Africa
7th December 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

The Department of Trade, Industry and Competition (DTIC) and the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA), in partnership with the United Nations Industrial Development... 


HENRY NUWARINDA
The Global Eco-Industrial Park Programme will ensure an added level of quality control and cost-efficiency
Panel on EIPs to feature at Indaba
27th November 2020 By: Darren Parker

The National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA) will host a panel at this year’s Manufacturing Indaba on industrial parks, the potential to transform them into eco-industrial parks... 


ALF HARTZENBURG
Through training we have developed a cadre of energy management and energy systems optimisation experts across South Africa
International award boosts local energy efficiency project
6th November 2020 By: Cameron Mackay

The South African Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) project, led by local energy organisation the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA), has won the International Energy... 


Energy efficiency:  a strategic tool to support post-Covid-19 recovery
Energy efficiency: a strategic tool to support post-Covid-19 recovery
16th October 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

Energy and climate change specialist Faith Mkhacwa argues that having an energy efficiency strategy will enable organisations to cut their energy bills by up to 40%, thereby saving money and... 


Alf Hartzenburg receives the South African Energy Project of the Year award
South African project receives international energy award
15th October 2020 By: Tasneem Bulbulia

South African energy efficiency initiative, the Industrial Energy Efficiency (IEE) project has won the highest international accolade for an energy programme – the International Energy Project of... 


RECYCLING REWARDS Esilthuli Plastic Recycling is growing its production of recycled plastic products, creating jobs through its involvement in the Industrial Symbiosis programme
IS programme gaining momentum
25th September 2020 By: Tracy Hancock

The Industrial Symbiosis (IS) programme of the National Cleaner Production Centre South Africa (NCPC-SA), a division of the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research, will play a significant... 


Sanedi to assess and assist key industrial sectors in SA
Sanedi to assess and assist key industrial sectors in SA
18th September 2020 By: Creamer Media Reporter

In this opinion piece, Barry Bredenkamp stresses that energy efficiency should be the responsibility of every industrial sector, no matter how small it may be. In efforts to boost South Africa’s... 


Relevance of resource  efficiency in #buildingbackbetter
Relevance of resource efficiency in #buildingbackbetter
11th September 2020

Lee-Hendor Ruiters emphasises the importance of preserving and 'stretching resources as economies emerge from the ravages of the Covid-19 pandemic Memories of life in the time of Covid-19 will for... 


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