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An empirical investigation into Green solutions in NWU (Mafikeng Campus)
(2014)
A green campus can be defined as a higher education community that is
improving energy efficiency, conserving resources and enhancing
environmental quality by educating for sustainability and creating healthy living
and ...
An industry analysis of the South African biofuels industry
(North-West University, 2012)
Biofuels have been used as an energy source for heating and cooking since the beginning of time. However, recent changes in the demand for energy, and in particular, renewable energy, have spurred the growth of liquid ...
A conceptual framework for determining sustainability of SMMEs in Lesedi
(North-West University, 2012)
In South Africa there is high unemployment rates and poverty amongst a large part of the population. Entrepreneurship is identified by National Government and various research programs such as the Global Entrepreneurship ...
Measuring the sustainability performance of the oil and gas industry : a balanced scorecard approach
(2013)
Sustainability is one of the most important performance measurements in this fast changing business environment, as climate change and customer satisfaction is becoming real issues that managers have to face. Not only does ...
A framework for the measurement and reporting of environmental costs at a platinum mine
(2013)
Environmental issues are an increasing concern for various stakeholders in the mining industry. To address these concerns, managements of mining companies should embrace sustainable mining practices in their daily decision ...
Developing a framework to enable small business enterprises to be sustainable
(2014)
The South African government, in its attempt to curb unemployment, continues to promote and facilitate the establishment of small businesses. The promotion of businesses is evident through the development of policies, ...
Integrated reporting compliance with the Global Reporting Initiative framework : an analysis of the South African financial industry
(2015)
In the past, activities of business were motivated exclusively by the desire to maximize their financial returns and the aim of corporate reports was to provide information about the cash flow, financial position and ...
An analysis of selected stakeholder dynamics in the South African recreational freshwater angling sector
(North-West University, 2010)
Angling as a sport and recreational activity attracts millions of participants worldwide, making it the most popular pastime on the planet. Freshwater bank anglers in South Africa account for approximately 60% of the angling ...
Does it pay to be green? : an empirical study of the South African mining industry
(North-West University, 2010)
In recent years, the growing importance of environmental and social issues has put pressure on companies to implement environmental and social systems. With the pressure on companies to improve environmental performance, ...
Critical success factors for managing the visitor experience at the Kruger National Park
(North-West University, 2011)
Nature–based tourism destinations have shown significant growth over the past decade and, with the ever increasing numbers of tourists travelling to national parks, the right management structures, goals and objectives ...