{"id":110,"date":"2026-05-11T10:30:17","date_gmt":"2026-05-11T10:30:17","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/temvelo.co.za\/?page_id=110"},"modified":"2026-05-11T13:08:45","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T13:08:45","slug":"about-us","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/temvelo.co.za\/?page_id=110","title":{"rendered":"About Us"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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The Temvelo Environmental Awards \u2013 Symposium & Expo is a national platform created to celebrate environmental leadership, promote sustainable development, and inspire practical action for a cleaner, greener South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The initiative brings together government, business, communities, NGOs, educational institutions, innovators, and environmental role players to recognise outstanding contributions in environmental protection, climate action, conservation, and sustainability.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Through a powerful combination of an awards ceremony, symposium, expo, and community capacity-building events, Temvelo creates space for collaboration, knowledge sharing, innovation, and meaningful environmental impact<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Who We Are<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Temvelo is more than an event. It is a movement designed to encourage active participation in environmental protection and to motivate individuals, organisations, and communities to become part of the solution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The platform recognises those who are already making a difference, while also creating opportunities for new partnerships, green entrepreneurship, skills development, and public awareness.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

By connecting environmental champions with decision-makers, communities, businesses, and institutions, Temvelo helps turn environmental responsibility into visible action.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Purpose<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Our purpose is to promote a culture of environmental care, responsibility, and innovation across South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temvelo aims to elevate environmental issues, strengthen collaboration between sectors, and encourage practical solutions that support a more sustainable future for people, communities, and natural ecosystems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

What We Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Symposium and Expo<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The symposium creates a space for meaningful conversations around environmental challenges, sustainable development, climate action, and green innovation. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

The expo showcases sustainable products, services, technologies, projects, and initiatives that contribute to environmental protection and long-term social and economic benefit. <\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Awards Ceremony<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Temvelo Awards honour individuals, organisations, and initiatives that have made significant contributions to the preservation, protection, and improvement of the environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These awards celebrate leadership, innovation, commitment, and measurable action in the environmental sector.<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Community Capacity Building<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Temvelo supports hands-on community initiatives that raise awareness and strengthen environmental participation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

These activities may include workshops, tree planting, wetland protection, community clean-ups, environmental education, and other practical projects that empower people to care for the environment around them.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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What We Do<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Temvelo focuses on key environmental areas that are essential to building a sustainable future:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Climate<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promoting climate awareness, resilience, and action that help communities and institutions respond to the growing impact of climate change.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Energy<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encouraging cleaner, smarter, and more efficient energy solutions that support sustainability and long-term development.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Forestry<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Supporting responsible forestry, tree planting, land restoration, and the protection of natural resources.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Waste<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promoting waste reduction, recycling, circular economy thinking, and cleaner communities.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Biodiversity<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Protecting plant life, wildlife, ecosystems, and the natural balance that supports life.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Water and Sanitation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Creating awareness around water protection, responsible use, sanitation, and the importance of healthy water systems.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Conservation<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encouraging the protection of natural spaces, heritage landscapes, and environmental assets for future generations.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Veld & Forest Fires<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promoting awareness, prevention, preparedness, and responsible management of veld and forest fire risks.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n

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Our Objectives<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Temvelo exists to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Recognise and celebrate environmental champions across South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Raise awareness about climate change, conservation, waste, water, biodiversity, and sustainable development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Encourage stronger collaboration between government, business, NGOs, communities, and institutions of learning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Promote green entrepreneurship, job creation, skills transfer, and circular economy opportunities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Inspire citizens, organisations, and communities to take active responsibility for environmental protection.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Support environmental best practices that contribute to a cleaner, healthier, and more sustainable South Africa.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Our Expected Impact<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Through the Temvelo Environmental Awards \u2013 Symposium & Expo, we aim to create lasting value in four key ways:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Partnership Opportunities<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Partnership with Temvelo gives organisations the opportunity to position themselves as leaders in sustainability while contributing to meaningful environmental change.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Why Participate<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Our Vision<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Our Mission<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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The Temvelo Environmental Awards \u2013 Symposium & Expo is a unique platform for celebrating achievements, sharing knowledge, building partnerships, and inspiring collective action towards a sustainable future.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Together, we can protect our environment, uplift communities, and drive positive environmental change across South Africa.<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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