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Researchers at the Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) have co-authored the recently published South African - National Ecosystem Classification System handbook. This handbook was developed by the South African National Biodiversity Institute (SANBI) as part of its mandate in terms of the National Environmental Management: Biodiversity Act (Act No. 10 of 2004).
Is the Port of Cape Town becoming windier? Answering this question is the task of Khangale Khuthadzo, a young PhD candidate who is dedicated to developing the climatology and providing future projections of the wind field over Cape Town, South Africa. He has transitioned from the northernmost parts of South Africa to the southern tip of the continent to collaborate with a team of CSIR researchers working on understanding the impact of extreme winds on the Port of Cape Town.
Science, technology and innovation are critical to South Africa’s transition to a more circular economy.
In this edition of ScienceScope, read about how the principles of a circular economy – such as designing out waste and pollution, keeping products and materials in use, and regenerating natural systems – are being applied across various sectors of our economy, including agriculture, energy, manufacturing, mining, mobility, settlements and water management.
26th NSTF-South32 Awards 2024
CSIR showcased its excellence at the 26th National Science and Technology Forum (NSTF)-South32 Awards, also known as the "Science Oscars of South Africa", held on Thursday, 11 July 2024 at the Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg. Please join us in congratulating Prof. Mthunzi-Kufa and Prof. Godfrey on their outstanding achievements.
Dr Phil Paige-Green, engineering geologist and a Fellow at CSIR Built Environment, became the recipient of the ABA Brink Award in March for a paper on aggregate durability.
The CSIR relies on its most important asset – its people – to successfully meet its mandate to improve the quality of life of all South Africans.
The CSIR and the Sector Education and Training Authority for Manufacturing, Engineering and Related Services (merSETA), have developed a learning factory to promote skills development, innovation a
Exploring circular economy opportunities across South Africa’s economic sectors.