CITY OF CAPE TOWN ENVIRONMENTAL RESOURCE DIRECTORY 2005/2006 Published by: City of Cape Town, Environmental Management Co-ordinated by: Lindie Buirski - Environmental Educator, City of Cape Town A Partnership Initiative of: City of Cape Town; The Wildlife & Environment Society of South Africa, Western Cape Researched, Edited and Proof-read by: Kevin Newman Layout & Design: 8seconds: Image and Brand Creation, Cape Town This book is printed on environmentally friendly paper made from sugar cane fibre in an acid free paper making process. Date Published: June 2005 Website: www.capetown.gov.za/environment THIS DIRECTORY IS FREE OF CHARGE Originally Compiled by: Farieda Khan: Environmental Advisory Unit, University of Cape Town ISBN: 0-9584352-6-X Disclaimer: Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the information contained in “The Environmental Resource Directory for the City of Cape Town 2005/6” is accurate and correct; no responsibility will be accepted by the City of Cape Town for information supplied, errors contained therein, or any action taken in consequence of the information contained therein. Page 1 of 190 Contents Message from the Mayor Foreword by the City Manager Introduction Map of the City of Cape Town Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa, Western Cape (WESSA:WC) Integrated Metropolitan Environmental Policy (IMEP) Alphabetical Listing of Organisations (A - Z) Alphabetical Listing of Organisation Acronyms (A - Z) Environmental Consultants, Products & Services (A - Z) Selected Government Departments (Local, Provincial & National) List of Recycling Organisations and Waste Facilities Media (Radio Stations, Newspapers & Publications) Environmental Calendar of Special Days for 2005 and 2006 Websites of Broad Environmental Interest Your A to Z Dictionary of Environmental Words Index: Organisations under their Category of Activity (A - Z) Quick Reference Telephone Numbers for Complaints, Help & Advice Feedback / Update / Add an Organisation in the Next Edition (2007/8) Page 2 of 190 Message from the Mayor I am proud to present you with the fourth edition of the popular Environmental Resource Directory for the City of Cape Town. How privileged we are to be surrounded by mountains, the sea, biodiversity and a wealth of people dedicated to improving the lives of others and the environment. This directory can be used for environmental networking in Cape Town and it provides a platform for all environmental organisations, especially those in marginalised communities. Communities and individuals can achieve so much when they take the initiative to do something to make a positive difference to the environment that surrounds them. The organisations in this directory are committed to their cause, ensuring a sense of environmental awareness that is key to the successful appreciation of the natural, built and socio-economic environment. The natural environment is also a key factor in attracting visitors and investment to the City. The City of Cape Town now has its very own environmental policy, the Integrated Metropolitan Environmental Policy, or IMEP. As a major milestone for environmental management in this country, IMEP adopts general policy principles for sustainable development, ensuring the conservation of the environment for future generations. We have celebrated 10 years of democracy in our country and remembered the momentous events that brought us to where South Africa is today. Great advancements have been achieved in the environmental field, especially in terms of legislation and policy such as IMEP. A special characteristic of our city is the willingness of so many people to work for the common good across the barriers of race and class. We need to build on this strength. We must not fall into the trap of those who seek to use those differences to create division, mistrust and despair. I hope that this useful reference directory will enable many partnerships to be forged, and that through them, the citizens of Cape Town can enjoy working on improving their local environment. I encourage you to take this book as a guide to act on the environmental issues that concern you. ALDERMAN NOMAINDIA MFEKETO EXECUTIVE MAYOR: CITY OF CAPE TOWN Page 3 of 190 Foreword by the City Manager The Environmental Resource Directory's popularity underlines the importance of networking information that allows people to participate fully in the many actions, decisions, events and processes that contribute to Cape Town's rich environment. The City of Cape Town, in partnership with the Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa: Western Cape, is proud to bring you another directory with new environmental organisations and the latest contact details. Enabling citizens to join in the evolution of democracy and give meaning to sustainable development is the direction in which the City of Cape Town is headed. As Local Agenda 21 gave us the strategies and programmes, the challenge is now to implement Local Action 21 and build effective partnerships. As a growing city, citizens need to be aware of their impact on the environment and be able to recognise the warning signs of environmental stress. It is only then that they are motivated to do something constructive towards solving current and future problems. The directory will assist those citizens and organisations that require a kick-start in the environmental sector. The City puts considerable effort into updating, publishing and distributing this resource free of charge. We hope you find this directory useful and put it into purposeful action. DR WALLACE MGOQI CITY MANAGER: CITY OF CAPE TOWN Page 4 of 190 Introduction Welcome to the fourth edition of the biennial Environmental Resource Directory (ERD) for the City of Cape Town. The purpose of the directory is to identify as many environmental organisations in the City as possible, in order to assist individuals and organisations to initiate environmental action and to act as a reference tool. The word 'environmental' encompasses the natural, built and socio-economic environment in its broadest sense. Two new sections have been added to this edition. These include an A-Z section to advertise Environmental Consultants, Products and Services, who were charged advertising fees. Secondly, a section entitled Your A to Z Dictionary of Environmental Words has been added to assist the layperson to understand important environmental words. This dictionary is also available as a separate resource from the Environmental Strategy Department (see details below). The aims of the directory are to: • Assist individuals and organisations to initiate environmental action; • Create a support network for NGOs (Non-Governmental Organisations), CBOs (Community-Based Organisations), NPOs (Non-Profit Organisations), government institutions and environmental consultants that offer the relevant services, information, skills and resources required; • Encourage participation by individuals and communities not environmentally active in the past; • Facilitate networking within the environmental sphere. Components of the directory include the main Alphabetical (A-Z) Listing of Organisations; an A-Z Listing of Organisation Acronyms; Environmental Consultants, Products and Services; Selected Government Departments; Recycling Organisations and Waste Facilities; Media Contacts; Environmental Events Calendar; Websites of Environmental Interest; an A to Z Dictionary of Environmental Words; Quick Reference Telephone Numbers; and an Index. A special thank you to those organisations and individuals that responded to e-mails, faxes and telephone calls for updating of their information, this really eased our workload. If your organisation is not included in this edition and you would like it to be, please see the back page for instructions (your organisation must have a reference to environmental issues, or have a specific environmental focus, to be included in the directory). LINDIE BUIRSKI ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR Page 5 of 190 Map of the City of Cape Town Page 6 of 190 Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) The Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa (WESSA) is a leading environmental non-governmental organisation (NGO). WESSA: Western Cape (WESSA: WC) is one of 9 regional offices dedicated to identifying and addressing conservation and environmental priorities within the Western Cape area for the past 57 years. Nationally WESSA's vision is of a South Africa that is wisely managed by all to ensure long- term environmental sustainability. The organisation encourages public participation in caring for the earth's diversity and promotes the integration of conservation and development initiatives based on sound environmental and social principles. In the Western Cape emphasis is on promoting public participation and environmental justice in the conservation of the environment where the greatest impact is from human activity. WESSA: WC tries to contribute to environmental policies, strategies and legislation, supporting collaborative partnerships as well as networking with relevant organisations and all levels of government. We also believe in effective capacity building and empowerment through public education, skills development programmes and supporting local environmental initiatives. WESSA: WC is actively involved in the following specific areas: Planning and Development The intention is to ensure that development does not impact negatively on environmentally sensitive areas, and that it is carried out in accordance with sound legal,