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The assessment of environmental awareness of the secondary school learners in the Mabopane district
(North-West University, 2005)This study aimed at assessing the environmental awareness of the learners in relation to the principles of sustainable development. This will subsequently help in formulating guidelines on how sustainable development can ... -
Assessment of the cumulative impacts within the Kromdraai catchment area with a specific focus on the point source discharges
(North-West University, 2005)The purpose of this dissertation was to determine if the cumulative impacts from point source discharges in the Kromdraai Catchment area sigdicantly impacting on the fitness of use of the surface water resource. The ... -
The assessment of the implementation of the requirements as prescribed in the Record of Decision – Authorisation into Sasol Solvents, Environmental Management System
(North-West University, 2011)Sasol Solvent, a division of Sasol Chemical Industries, is a global manufacturer and supplier of a diverse range of solvents, co-monomers and associated products. This division consist of twelve production facilities, of ... -
The assessment of topsoil degradation on rehabilitated coal discard dumps
(North-West University, 2003)This study investigates coal discard cover soil fertility and its potential for degradation, particularly in terms of its salinisation and acidification potential. Seven rehabilitated coal discard dumps in the Witbank, ... -
An awareness plan for the Tlokwe dolomite risk management strategy
(North-West University (South Africa), 2017)Vulnerable communities residing on dolomitic land in the jurisdiction of the Tlokwe City Council are faced with the hazard of possible sinkhole formation and the associated risk of losing lives or damage to infrastructure ... -
Cumulative effects in environmental impact assessment (EIA) : Durban Harbour case study
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The current risk of asbestos exposure to the citizens of the Prieska area, Northern Cape Province in South Africa
(North-West University, 2006)The objective of this study was to determine the current risk of asbestos exposure to the citizens of the Prieska area, in the Northern Cape Province of South Africa. The extraction of asbestos ceased a long time ago, ... -
The current water quality situation at clinics in the Limpopo Province and subsequent management suggestions
(North-West University, 2010)South Africa's water resources are, in global terms, scarce and extremely limited (DWAF, 2004). Groundwater is a valuable source of potable water in South Africa. It was found that most of the health facilities in the ... -
The development of a dolomite risk management strategy for the Tlokwe City Council
(North-West University, 2012)Development on dolomite poses a risk due to the possible formation of instability features such as sinkholes. Most of these features are however man-induced, and the risk associated with development on dolomitic areas can ... -
Development of an assured systems management model for environmental decision–making
(North-West University, 2011)The purpose of this study was to make a contribution towards decision–making in complex environmental problems, especially where data is limited and associated with a high degree of uncertainty. As a young scientist, I ... -
Development of an impact assessment methodology and decision making tool to assist in the evaluation of site suitability for on-site sanitation systems
(North-West University, 2006)Groundwater plays an important role in water supply to rural communities. This statement is supported by the survey conducted at clinics within the Limpopo Province where the majority of aquifers in the area can be classified ... -
Effects of cooperative governance in the sewage treatment works in the upper Vaal River
(North-West University, 2012)The Upper Vaal Water Management Area (Upper Vaal WMA) lies in the eastern interior of South Africa. This WMA includes the Vaal, Klip, Wilge, Liebenbergsvlei and Mooi Rivers and extends to the confluence of the Mooi and ... -
An environmental management framework for DWAF related projects
(North-West University, 2004)The purpose of this study is to revise the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry's (DWAF's) current Integrated Environmental Management (IEM) procedure and to develop an Environmental Management Framework (EMF), so ... -
'n Evaluering van die effektiwiteit van die Schoonspruitbesproeiingskema
(North-West University, 2007)Sixty percent of the water in South Africa is used for irrigation purposes. The Agricultural sector contributes a mere 4,5% to the GDP, of which 25% to 30% comes from irrigation farming while this sector only employs ... -
The feasibility of a green procurement practice for low cost housing in the City of Tshwane Metropolitan Municipality
(North-West University, 2009)Green Procurement is defined as taking into account environmental criteria for goods and services to be purchased in order to ensure that the related environmental impact is minimized (Incite Sustainability, 2008: vii). ... -
Geological and anthropogenic impacts on inorganic water quality at rural clinics in the Limpopo Province, South Africa
(North-West University, 2011)This study gives insight to the origin of pollution in the water resources of the Limpopo province of South Africa. The Limpopo province is the largest rural province in South Africa. Up to 40% of the total population does ... -
Gevaarlike afval in huishoudelike afval : 'n gevallestudie
(North-West University, 2010)Rapid population growth and urbanisation has resulted in a drastic increase in the volume of waste produced by the World populace. The resulting pressure on the country’s somewhat underdeveloped waste management ... -
A guideline document for the application of an appropriate EMS for greener governance within DWAF
(North-West University, 2004)The purpose of this study is to establish whether an environmental management system will be beneficial for the Department of Water Affairs and Forestry (DWAF) as a tool by which to apply "greener governance•, and if so, ... -
Hinduism : the double edged sword of environmentalism
(2014)The purpose of the study was to draw parallels between the Hindu religious teachings and environmental sustainability. A literature review on Hindu teachings on the environment as well as the practical application thereof ... -
The hydrological impact of the rewatering of the Gemsbokfontein dolomitic compartment on the Wonderfonteinspruit
(North-West University, 2004)Water is an essential resource for any life on earth but water is also the most poorly managed of all resources. Many countries are facing a water crisis and South Africa is no exception. The dolomitic groundwater ...