Simon Gear

Simon Gear is an environmental and science correspondent and the anchor presenter for 50/50 on SABC 2. He was a senior broadcasting meteorologist with the SABC from 1999 to 2011. He is an air quality change specialist and has worked on a wide range of private and government projects in South Africa. Simon works as a professional speaker and MC, focusing on various environmental and climate change related topics, and thoroughly enjoys bringing his passion for science and the environment to the fore at functions.

• MC: especially green or science themed events.
• Keynote addresses: on sustainability, green business, climate change and science related topics

Simon is also an accomplished writer. You can currently read him in his monthly columns in Runners World SA and in Khuluma, the Kulula.com in-flight mag.

His first book, 'Going Green', contains simple environmental advice for day to day living and is currently on its first re-print. Filled with simple and easy-to implement tips and steps on how to decrease your carbon footprint and make the world a more sustainable place, 'Going Green' is the perfect beginner's guide.

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