The effects of climate change, which is largely caused by decades of unrestricted industrialisation in the developed world, disproportionately impacts the developing world. Outcomes such as desertification, droughts and floods are taking their toll, causing malnutrition as crop quality and quantities decrease, exacerbating the displacement of people and creating the conditions for the spread of infectious and respiratory diseases.
Averda is delighted to announce that three of our clients – Defy Appliances, Toyota South Africa Manufacturing, and Hirt & Carter South Africa – were recognised for their achievements practising effective waste management and sustainability initiatives in the KwaZulu-Natal province.
Nita Ramlutchman, Business Development Director at Averda, speaks about Averda’s continued efforts in South Africa to manage waste through sustainable solutions and helping companies achieve circularity by employing new technologies and innovations.
The IFC - International Finance Corporation has provided Averda with a $30 million loan to support sustainable waste management in the Middle East and Africa.