• The quantification of shading for the built environment in South Africa 

  Conradie, Dirk CU (Department of Science and Technology, also CSIR, 2018-10)

  A bioclimatic analysis of South African towns and cities indicates that solar protection is the single most important passive design measure to reduce energy usage and to improve internal comfort for the built environment ...
• Sun, shade and natural daylight in South African town planning, with emphasis on Pretoria 

  Conradie, Dirk CU (AJOL, 2018)

  A bioclimatic analysis of different South African towns and cities indicates that, if the correct mix of passive design principles is used, they all have a significant passive design potential. Of all such measures, solar ...
• The social dilemma of household recycling 

  Strydom, Wilma F (2018-10)

  This study analyses the role of subjective norm in understanding recycling behaviour and considers the likelihood of social pressures influencing recycling behaviour in South Africa. While attitude is personal in nature, ...
• Implementing the waste management hierarchy: Applying the SASCOST model to determine indicative costs of separation at source 

  Nahman, Anton; Oelofse, Suzanna HH (2018-10)

  The SASCOST model is a tool for comparing the costs and benefits of alternative options for implementing a Separation at Source (S@S) recycling programme. S@S is a crucial step in implementing the waste management hierarchy. ...
• "Implementing the waste hierarchy" -Assessing recycling potential of restaurant waste 

  Matinise, Sihle N; Roos, C; Oelofse, Suzanna HH; Muswema, Aubrey P (2018-10)

  Long working hours, the growing middle class, the increased participation of women in the labour force as well as the convenience offered by restaurants have greatly accelerated the growth of the commercial food service ...
• Cooperatives in waste and recycling: A recipe for failed waste hierarchy implementation? 

  Muswema, Aubrey P; Okem, A; Blottnitz, H; Oelofse, Suzanna HH (2018-10)

  In post-apartheid South Africa, cooperatives appear to be the government’s SMME model for driving job creation. Unfortunately, the mortality rates of cooperatives in all sectors is very high with a reported 12% survival ...
• Understanding Water Security at Local Government Level in South Africa 

  Meissner, Richard; Funke, Nicola S; Nortje, Karen; Steyn, Maronel (Palgrave Pivot, 2018-11)

  This book provides unique insights into the complex issue of water security in South Africa. Based on qualitative research conducted through face-to-face structured interviews and focus group discussions with individuals, ...
• Impacts of severe weather events on implementing the waste hierarchy - the case of Ethekwini metropolitan municipality 

  Muswema, Aubrey P; Chetty, P; Okem, P; Oelofse, Suzanna HH (2018-10)

  This case study is an overview investigating the interaction between severe weather incidents and solid waste management. The study seeks to understand how extreme weather events affect the implementation of the waste ...
• Comparing the usefulness and applicability of different water footprint methodologies for sustainable water 

  Le Roux, B; Van der Laan, M; Gush, Mark B; Bristow, KL (John Wiley & Sons, 2018-09)

  The lack of sustainability of our water resources threatens food security in many places worldwide. Different water footprint (WF) methodologies were investigated for their ability to improve water management at various ...
• Adapting the Dyna-CLUE model for simulating land use and land cover change in the Western Cape Province 

  Tizora, P; le Roux, Alize; Mans, Gerbrand G; Cooper, Antony K (AJOL, 2018-09)

  Models which integrate and evaluate diverse factors of Land Use and Land Cover (LULC) change can be used to guide planners in making more informed decisions and achieving a balance between urban growth and preservation of ...
• Transdisciplinary research for systemic change: who to learn with, what to learn about and how to learn 

  Roux, Dirk J; Nel, Jeanne L; Cundill, Georgina; O'Farrell, Patrick; Fabricius, Christo (Springer Verlag, 2017-09)

  A key aim of transdisciplinary research is for actors from science, policy and practice to co-evolve their understanding of a social–ecological issue, reconcile their diverse perspectives and co-produce appropriate knowledge ...
• South African local government perceptions of the state of water security 

  Meissner, Richard; Steyn, Maronel; Jacobs-Mata, Inga M; Moyo, Elliot S; Shadung, Justinus M; Sekoane, Zandile W; Nohayi, Ngowenani (Elsevier, 2018-09)

  South Africa is one of the 40 driest countries in the world with an annual average rainfall of less than 500 millimetres. In addition, South Africa's rate of economic development is closely linked to its level of water ...
• Management options for dealing with changing forest-water relations 

  Vira, B; Ellison, D; McNulty, SG; Archer, Emma RM; Bishop, K; Claassen, Marius; Creed, IF; Gush, Mark B; Gyawali, D; Martin-Ortega, J (International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO), 2018-07)

  This chapter addresses potential forest and water management strategies based on our understanding of the 'new normal', the challenges imposed, in particular, by climate change and human population growth, and our evolving ...
• Forest, trees and water on a changing planet: How contemporary science can inform policy and practice 

  Creed, IF; Van Noordwijk, M; Archer, Emma RM; Claassen, Marius; Ellison, D; Jones, JA; McNulty, SG; Vira, B; Wei, XA (International Union of Forest Research Organizations (IUFRO), 2018-07)

  Trees and people both need water. With a growing global population and continued forest loss and degradation - a key question becomes: are trees and people competitors or friends? The relationship between forests, trees ...
• Reclamation of water and the synthesis of gypsum and limestone from acid mine drainage treatment process using a combination of pre-treated magnesite nanosheets, lime, and CO2 bubbling 

  Masindi, Vhahangwele; Madzivire, G; Tekere, M (Elsevier, 2018-12)

  In this study, an integration of pre-treated magnesite, lime, and CO2 bubbling (MLC) was used for the treatment of acid mine drainage (AMD). The primary aim was to reclaim clean water and synthesize valuable minerals. This ...
• Estimation of trailer off-tracking using visual odometry 

  De Saxe, Christopher C; Cebon, D (Taylor & Francis, 2018-06)

  High-capacity vehicles have been shown to be highly effective in reducing emissions associated with road freight transport. However, the reduced manoeuvrability of long vehicles often necessitates the use of active trailer ...
• Early-career experts essential for planetary sustainability 

  Lim, M; Lynch, AJ; Fernandez-Llamazares, A; Balint, L; Basher, Z; Chan, I; Jaureguiberry, P; Mohamed, AAA; Mwampamba, TH; Selomane, Abram O (Elsevier, 2018-02)

  Early-career experts can play a fundamental role in achieving planetary sustainability by bridging generational divides and developing novel solutions to complex problems. We argue that intergenerational partnerships and ...
• Seasonal prediction and regional climate projections for southern Africa 

  Archer, Emma RM; Engelbrecht, Francois A; Hänsler, A; Landman, W; Tadross, M; Helmschrot, J (Klaus Hess Publishers, 2018-04)

  Temperatures over southern Africa have been increasing rapidly over the last fi ve decades, at a rate of about twice the global rate of temperature increase. Further drastic increases, in the order of 6°C by the end of the ...
• Water security at local government level in South Africa: a qualitative interview-based analysis 

  Meissner, Richard; Funke, Nicola S; Nortje, Karen; Jacobs-Mata, Inga M; Moyo, Elliot S; Steyn, Maronel; Shadung, Justinus M; Masangane, Winile; Nohayi, Ngowenani (Elsevier, 2018-05)

  As one of the 40 driest countries in the world with an annual average rainfall of 497 mm, South Africa is a water-scarce country. Additionally, South Africa’s rate of economic development is closely linked to its water ...
• Coastal flood risk 

  Lück-Vogel, Melanie (2017-07)

  This presentation provided an overview of the degree of risk of coastal flooding in South Africa and demonstrated decision support tools for mitigation and adaptation.

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