WESSA Eden - Wildlife and Environment Society of South Africa

08/08/2026

Marine Protected Areas (MPAs) are vital for both people and nature, sustaining coastal communities while protecting the health of our oceans. This Marine Protected Areas Day, join us in protecting our marine biodiversity, restoring ecosystems, supporting sustainable livelihoods, and helping to combat climate change. Together, we can strengthen the connection between people and the ocean, because ocean protection needs human connection. Read more about how MPAs hold the key to human wellbeing: https://zurl.co/RqAMJ

08/08/2026

Do you know about NO MOW SEPTEMBER? It encourages people to refrain from mowing their lawns for the month of September (or even longer) to support biodiversity and reduce carbon emissions. The impact on the environment is significant:

1. Biodiversity boost: Tall grass and wildflowers provide shelter, food, and habitat for insects, bees, butterflies, and small animals.
2. Reduced emissions: Less mowing means lower greenhouse gas emissions from lawn mowers and reduced air pollution.
3. Water conservation: Longer grass shades the soil, reducing evaporation and retaining moisture, which leads to lower water consumption.
4. Soil health: Tall grass and roots help hold soil in place, reducing erosion and soil compaction.
5. Increased pollinators: Wildflowers and tall grass provide a source of nectar and pollen for pollinators like bees and butterflies.

By participating you can make a small but significant impact on your local environment and contribute to a larger movement towards sustainability.

Even leaving a small section of your garden to grow wild will make a difference!

Sedgefield Island Conservancy CapeNature

08/08/2026

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