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The ocean and all its accompanying marine life is very important to life as we know it which is why it is of vital importance that we work together to help protect and conserve our oceans and the marine creatures that reside within it.

This September we celebrate Heritage Month and what better way to experience the full immersion of our country’s heritage than to visit and explore the beautiful national parks? Be sure to check out this list of some National Parks you can pay a visit to.

It is not new knowledge that South Africa finds itself in the midst of a water crisis. A lack of rainfall and proactive planning has resulted in the decline of water levels in provinces across the country. Provinces, like the Eastern Cape, are now feeling the brunt of the crisis with some dam levels have dropped to an all-time low bringing the province closer and closer to day zero unless rainfall increases in the catchment areas.

This month marks the start of “Plastic-Free July” in which people across the globe stand together in an effort to reduce the amount of plastic usage. Let’s take a look at some small, yet significant, lifestyle changes YOU can make to say “no” to plastic today.

This year marks 47 years of environmental sustainability efforts to conserve and improve the state of natural habitats and ecosystems on our planet. In 2021, Pakistan will host World Environment Day with the theme of “Ecosystem Restoration”. Let’s take a closer look at the plans for World Environment Day this year.

Since 2008, South Africans have been preparing themselves for load shedding. That is 13 years of planned blackouts and purchasing of candles, paraffin, matches and rechargeable lights. This is why we offer you the solution of uninterrupted power with the Mercer Inverter.

Since 1990, Earth Day has been an annual, internationally recognised event to raise awareness about the state of our planet. Now, 51 years later, there is still much global support for Earth Day with over 193 countries showing their support for the global environmental movement. Let’s find out how you can make a difference this Earth Day.

Nature conservation is very important to South Africa with our rich diversity of both animal and plant life across the country. Every animal and plant species have their own contribution to life as we know it in South Africa which is why South Africa is one of the countries who keenly support African Forestry and Wildlife Week.

Did you know that wetlands act as natural filters and are an essential natural biome for our existence? This World Wetlands Day, we explain why wetlands are important.

Living a more eco-friendly lifestyle is not something that can happen overnight, but there are small changes you can make to live cleaner and greener in 2021. Follow the link to find what they are.