June 23, 2013
South Africa’s water infrastructure is ind dire need of upgrading and maintenance. Corrupt and inept officials combined with water theft only exacerbate water scarcity in the […]
June 19, 2013
This article mentions some great practical tips to reduce water usage. Public buildings usually have large roof surface areas ideal for rainwater harvesting – a few […]
May 7, 2013
In addition to the water saving tips listed below, homeowners should also consider installing rain water tanks and grey water recycling systems. A few water tanks […]
February 14, 2013
The bathroom is one in room in the home that offers the most potential to save both water and electricity. If you fit your bathroom out […]
January 8, 2013
From pulling water from fog to saving fuel used to boil water, these three companies are the finalists of a contest to change the way we […]
December 20, 2012
Water Facts Some 1.1 billion people, or 18 % of the word’s population, lack access to safe drinking water, and over 2.4 billion people lack access […]
December 12, 2012
Every little bit of water you save eases the strain on our water sources, saves you money and helps the environment. The graph below shows where […]
December 3, 2012
Water tanks or rainwater tanks add value to properties Water scarcity is a growing problem around the world. Many governments have imposed water restrictions in order to […]
November 22, 2012
South Africa’s wine producers are increasingly using modern wine-making technology in a bid to reduce power and water costs, says winemaker Johan Weidenman of Spruitdrift, in […]
November 21, 2012
A free virtual conference – the first of its kind on knowledge management in the Southern African water sector – will be hosted from 26 to […]
October 1, 2012
Global fuel giant Total has expressed its commitment to investment in South Africa, and has unveiled the first of its new chain of sustainable service stations […]
September 21, 2012
Greywater irrigation is an overlooked source of water that is rich in nutrients and is good for lawns & gardens. The video below shows that a […]
September 21, 2012
There are many reasons to create landscapes in our yards – to add softness to the harsh angles of a home, to make the transition from […]
September 11, 2012
The old folk wisdom that says place a brick in your toilet’s water tank is partially correct: It’s an effortless way to save water, but a […]