Sustainability
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Botanicals: Building value through community partnerships
South Africa’s botanicals sector can lead globally by replacing extractive sourcing with true partnerships with traditional knowledge holders. See how ethical traceability—beyond NEMBA and the Nagoya Protocol—secures consent, tracks impact and benefits, and turns community science into lasting value for brands and biodiversity.
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Reverse osmosis water treatment solutions for South African industry
South African industries are turning to containerised reverse osmosis to beat water scarcity, rising costs and quality risks. Discover how G-Chem Aquacare, with Aquatreat Technologies, delivers tailored RO for boiler make-up, pharma process water, boreholes and reuse—cutting effluent, boosting reliability and sustainability.
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Circular hydrogen recycling in cosmetics: Symrise wins L’Oréal award
Symrise has won L’Oréal’s Energy Award for Closing the Hydrogen Loop, a circular hydrogen recycling process that captures, purifies, and reuses hydrogen in producing Hydrolite 5 green. Cutting fresh hydrogen use by ~80% with 98% recovery, it lowers Scope 1 emissions, boosts efficiency, and sets a scalable decarbonisation blueprint.
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DFE Pharma EcoVadis Gold medal: A sustainability milestone
DFE Pharma has earned its third consecutive EcoVadis Gold, ranking in the top 5% worldwide for sustainability—driven by 100% green electricity, a 42% cut in scope 1 and 2 (SBTi‑aligned, ahead of 2030), and microplastic‑free excipients. Explore EcoLact 2030 with verified CO2 and full traceability, plus a new Human Rights Policy.
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Clean-Up & Recycle Week: Leading SA towards a cleaner future
More than 120 000 South Africans united during Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week to remove litter from beaches, rivers and parks nationwide. Discover the inspiring highlights—from youth-led actions in KZN to a major Strandfontein Beach clean-up—and how Plastics SA is turning awareness into lasting change.
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Vernova®Pure Pro: Sustainable odour neutralisation
Experience the next generation of odour control with Vernova®Pure Pro—an innovative, biodegradable fragrance technology from Iberchem. Discover how it empowers perfumers with sustainable solutions and superior malodour neutralisation. Click to learn how your products can stay fresh and eco-friendly with this cutting-edge breakthrough.
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UPM Adhesive Materials earns RecyClass recognitions
UPM Adhesive Materials’ RW85C adhesive technology now carries RecyClass recognition, ensuring labels can be recycled with HDPE and PET packaging. Discover how this breakthrough helps brands meet sustainability goals while supporting a circular economy—find out more about the impact of these innovations.
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Handcrafting proudly South African products and creating jobs
Discover how Antjie’s Handmade Naturals transforms local ingredients into proudly South African bath products—while empowering women and creating jobs in the Western Cape. Find out how this small business made its mark in Checkers stores across the province.
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Hydrolite 5 green production expansion strengthens supply chain
Symrise’s new Hydrolite® 5 green production unit in Spain boosts supply chain efficiency and reduces carbon emissions, meeting the growing need for sustainable beauty ingredients. Discover how this innovative facility supports clean, natural cosmetic solutions with advanced, eco-friendly technology.
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Sustainability goals: dsm-firmenich’s journey to net zero
dsm-firmenich has redefined its operational footprint by achieving its renewable energy sourcing and net-zero goals.
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Givaudan boosts market leadership with Vollmens acquisition
Givaudan is expanding its leadership in Latin America’s booming fragrance market with the acquisition of Vollmens Fragrances. This partnership promises fresh creative synergies and stronger customer offerings, as local expertise meets global innovation—discover how this move could reshape the region’s fragrance landscape.
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Make a difference during Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week 2025
Join the movement during Clean-Up & Recycle SA Week 2025 from 15–20 September and help build a cleaner, greener South Africa. Discover how you, your community, or your business can make a real impact—find out more about how to get involved today.
