Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR) - Fields of research include biosciences, built environment, safety and security, information and communication, laser technology, natural resources, space technology, synthetic biology and nanotechnology. South African Education and Environment Project (SAEP) - Aims to promote environmental education, support advocacy leadership and the use of information technology to enhance sustainable development. Detailed information on the different programmes available. Department of Environmental Affairs and Tourism - Lists policies and projects, and state of the environment reports. Provides maps, news and calendar of events. Department of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology - South African Government Dept of Arts, Culture, Science and Technology. Direct link to Science and Technology section. National Research Foundation (NRF) - Organisation for investing in knowledge and innovation across all disciplines of the natural sciences and engineering, as well as social sciences and humanities. Human Sciences Research Council - Specializes in humanities and social sciences research. Includes research material in various formats. Environment News and Forums South Africa - Forum on global environmental issues with the main focus on Africa and South Africa in particular. Cape West Coast Biosphere Reserve - Background information on the reserve and future plans. Includes a list of tourist guides in the area, events calendar, photo gallery, press releases, publications, poll, feedback form and member application form. Johannesburg City Parks - Managing agency for cemeteries, parks and environmental conservation in the Johannesburg metropolitan area. Projects, annual reports, tender information and application, search for deceased and policy guidelines. Wildlife and Environment Society of Southern Africa (WESSA) - Comprehensive information on national projects, environmental education, conservation, events and news. Environmental Monitoring Group (EMG) - Building and supporting functioning and equal relationships between policy and decision-makers and those who are most affected by these decisions. Includes detailed introduction, summary of work in progress, link to relevant and related websites. The Exploration Society of Southern Africa - A forum for the conceptual and physical exploration of Southern Africa and beyond. Kwazulu Natal Fire Protection Association - Non profit Association which specializes in aerial veld and Forest fire fighting. Botanical Society of South Africa - Many of the Society’s activities are carried out by volunteers, only the flora conservation programmes have totally project-dedicated staff. Details on botanical gardens, activities, branches and publications. Simply Green - Features news opinions and resources that focus on organic and eco-friendly events, markets and products. Includes forum, book reviews, local and international news. Wilderness Foundation South Africa - Its mission is to protect and sustain wilderness areas and wildlands through integrated conservation and education programmes. Data and imaging on conservation projects, foundation background details, introduction to wilderness school trails, newsroom, forum, events calendar and newsletter. UNDP : South Africa - UN's global development network, advocating for change and connecting countries to knowledge, experience and resources to help people build a better life.