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Connecting the worlds of academia and industry to grow the green economy

7 August 2020

There is a constant flow of valuable research produced by academics in the science and technology field, yet most of it remains “locked” behind the walls of higher education institutions, instead of being put to good use to make a positive impact on South African communities... read more

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GreenCape launches Green Outcomes Fund in partnership with National Jobs Fund and others

15 April 2020

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GreenCape launches Green Outcomes Fund in partnership with National Jobs Fund and others GreenCape in partnership with the National Jobs Fund, the World Bank, WWF South Africa and the UCT GSB Bertha Centre have launched a R488 million Green Outcomes Fund (GOF) to support and grow small, medium and ...

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Green Economy Reference Group

13 March 2020

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Green Economy Reference Group meeting | Cape Town Lodge | 5 March 2020 The Western Cape Department of Economic Development and Tourism hosted the Green Economy Reference Group, made up of stakeholders from government, the private sector, civil society and academia, at the Cape Town Lodge on the 5 ...

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WC Department of Health office wins green building accolades

14 June 2016

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The Department of Transport and Public Works has been recognised by the Green Building Council of South Africa (GBCSA) for its work on a building currently under construction for the Department of Health. The R128 million regional office building at Karl Bremer Hospital in Bellville became the ...

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