The 2014 Eco-Logic Awards finalists have been selected. These awards, hosted by The Enviropaedia in association with SABC 3, identify and give recognition to individuals, organisations, products and services that are making a real and measurable difference in creating a more sustainable world to live in.
“The quality of Eco-Logic Award entries this year is diverse and inspirational. We received a record number of entries from a diverse suite of projects, organisations and individuals, including big business, municipalities, NGOs, communities, SMEs and pressure groups. They reflect the amazing work being done across the country, and left me inspired and optimistic for the future,” says David Parry-Davis, publishing dditor of The Enviropaedia and co-host of the Eco-Logic Awards,
After a national call for entries, the following finalists have been selected:
The Water Conservation Award (Sponsored by TCTA)
- Woolworths
- DUCT KZN
- WESSA – Eco-Schools Programme
- EcoPools
The Recycling Award (Sponsored by Collect a Can)
- Wattville Ithuseng Recycling Co-op Ltd.
- Plastics SA
- Vineyard Hotel
- Bay Harbour Market
The Eco-Community Award (Sponsored by SABC3)
- Princess Vlei Forum
- Msobomvu Community ( supported by Project 90×2030)
- Greenpop
- Miss Earth South Africa – Public Awareness campaign
The Transport Award
- Bicycling Empowerment Network (BEN )
- Findalift
- City of Johannesburg- Rea-Vaya Bus Rapid Transit
- Blendwell Chemicals
The Climate Change Awards (Sponsored by the Department of Environmental Affairs)
- Credible Carbon
- Pick n Pay
- Food and Trees for Africa
- Standard Bank
The Biodiversity Award (Sponsored by Exxaro )
- EWT- National Biodiversity and Business Network Programme
- Botanical Society – Custodians of Rare and Endangered Wildflowers (CREW) Programme
- North Durban Honorary Rangers
- WESSA Blue Flag Programme
The Municipalities Award (Sponsored by Santam)
- eThekwini Municipality – DSW
- Mossel Bay
- City of Johannesburg
- City of Cape Town
The Eco-Youth Award (Sponsored by Pick n Pay – climate change)
- Blake Anthony Combrink
- John Lucas
- Joshua Nunn
- Malukhanye Steven Mbopha
The Eco-Angel Award (Sponsored by ACSA)
- Annie Beckhelling
- Joe Matimba
- Zaitoon Ranabey
- Kerryn Morrison
The Energy Saving Award (Sponsored by NBI)
- Growthpoint Properties
- Paarl Media
- Hotel Verde
- The Lightie
The Eco-Innovation Award (Sponsored by Breathecoat)
- Afrisam
- Shark Spotters
- Touching the Earth Lightly
- Ecospecifier
The Eco-Warrior Award
- Kelvin Cochraine
- Karen Allen
- Catherine Constantinides
- Quinton Martins
Each entry was judged against the seven principles of Eco-Logic: Care for the Earth, Long-term thinking, Holistic thinking, Ubuntu, Quality-based (meta-physical) values, Innovation and Emotional and intuitive intelligence.
The 2014 Eco-Logic Award winners will be announced at Maropeng (Cradle of Humankind South Africa) World Heritage site, Gauteng on the 17 September 2014.
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