Nature's Ingenious Design: The Birth of Velcro The story of Velcro's invention is a testament to nature's ingenuity. In the 1940s, Swiss engineer George deMestral returned from a walk in the …
The Coalition for Fair Trade in Shopping Bags has welcomed the United States Department of Commerce's publication of antidumping duty orders on paper shopping bag imports from eight countries, along …
In a groundbreaking move, waste management leader Renewi and advanced recycling specialist Freepoint Eco-Systems have announced their intention to collaborate on a large-scale plastic recycling …
A peer-reviewed study published by the German Lithium Institute has unveiled a game-changing discovery for the cement industry and sustainable construction. The research, conducted at Martin Luther …
PowerKnot LLC, a leader in sustainable waste management solutions, has received additional orders for food waste digester consumables and spare parts from a major energy company operating in Papua …
Researchers from the University of Delaware and Argonne National Laboratory have discovered a novel approach to convert waste polystyrene (PS) and other aromatic polymers into high-value materials …
Amazon's commitment to eliminating plastic air pillows and transitioning to sustainable packaging marks a watershed moment in corporate responsibility. This decisive action will remove millions of …
Patrick Simpson, a former Alaska fisherman, has founded Alaska Plastic Recovery (APR), a company dedicated to recycling plastic waste not previously accepted in Anchorage. APR’s mission is to …
The Carton Council , Elof Hansson, and Upcycling Group have announced a partnership to establish a state-of-the-art recycling facility, set to open in the second half of 2025. This facility will …
Norway's ambitious plan to more than triple its salmon and trout production by 2050 faces a critical challenge: managing phosphorus, an essential but problematic nutrient. A recent report highlights …
On July 8, Deputy Prime Minister Tran Hong Ha signed a decision approving Vietnam’s national environmental protection planning project for 2021–2030, with a vision extending to 2050. This …
In a world grappling with mounting waste problems, The Art of Living is pioneering an innovative approach to waste management that's transforming challenges into opportunities with a holistic …
Montreal-based Polystyvert has taken a momentous stride in the battle against plastic waste, securing $16 million in the first tranche of its Series B funding round. The company, specializing in …
In a strategic move towards promoting sustainability and regulatory compliance in the plastics industry, SGS has announced the expansion of its EN15343 plastic recycling traceability and assessment …
Canada is intensifying its efforts to tackle plastic waste and pollution within the textile and apparel industry. As textiles rank as the fifth-largest category of plastic waste in Canadian …
In a move that's shaking up the food industry, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) dropped a bombshell in early July 2024. The agency revoked its long-standing authorization of brominated …
In a groundbreaking initiative that could reshape how America consumes its daily brew, the quaint city of Petaluma, California, is about to embark on a three-month experiment that may spell the end …
Lithium-ion batteries are integral to the EV industry, powering the shift towards cleaner transportation. However, recent scientific discoveries have unearthed a significant environmental concern: …
In a groundbreaking development, researchers have introduced a chemical processing technique capable of converting old fabrics into reusable molecules—a potential game-changer for textile …
For the first time, spectators at Wimbledon can stay hydrated with Evian natural mineral water through a unique refill system. This initiative encourages refill and reuse behavior throughout the day, …