Chemistry department water wastage
By Timothy Smith
The Rhodes University Chemistry Department has been noticed for their excessive use of water this year, particularly in the first year laboratories where large amounts of water are known to be used in the practical experiments done by the first year students. (more…)
Share on FacebookWorld Vegan Week comes to Rhodes
This week is international Vegan Week. The Rhodes Organisation for Animal Rights will be celebrating the week on campus. World Vegan Week begins on 24 October and ends 28 October 2011. (more…)
Share on FacebookRound- up of Environmental Week’s events
By Shirley Erasmus
Environmental Week aims to create awareness about environmental issues and precipitate an interest in Rhodes University’s environmental effects. This Environmental week ran at Rhodes University from Sunday 2 October until Sunday 09 October. (more…)
Share on FacebookPossible ban on rhino hunting
By Sibulele Mabusela
During a recent media briefing in Pretoria, environmental minister Edna Molewa confronted the issue she called “the ongoing scourge in rhino poaching”. Molewa introduced the idea that the department was to discuss the implementation of a moratorium which would put an end to rhino hunting. (more…)
Share on FacebookContributing to a sustainable society
By Isabelle Anne Abraham
“The more we protect nature, the more she provides for our needs,” said environmental activist and ecofeminist Vandana Shiva at a recent UN conference. World-renowned environmental experts and civil society congregated at the event to discuss the implementation of effective strategies to contribute to a greener future. (more…)
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