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Delhi Reviews Landfill Cleanup, Pushes for Full Waste Processing By 2026
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Mayor Sardar Raja Iqbal Singh took stock of the city's solid waste management efforts, with a sharp focus on landfill cleanup and upcoming waste-to-energy projects.
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Meet The 69-Year-Old Dutch Woman Who's Been Cleaning Kashmir's Dal Lake For The Past 5 Years
A viral video showcasing her efforts, in which she picks up plastic bags and used bottles from the lake, has captured hearts online.
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US Firm Uses Fungi To Develop Formula To Break Plastic In Baby Diapers
Disposable diapers contribute significantly to landfill waste, taking up to 300-500 years to decompose.
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World Environment Day 2025: The Devastating Impact Of Plastic On Our Planet
World Environment Day 2025, hosted by the Republic of Korea, focuses on ending plastic pollution globally, highlighting its devastating impact on ecosystems.
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How To Reduce Plastic Waste In Kitchen: 6 Easy Steps You Can Start Today
Want to make your kitchen eco-friendly? You do not need to throw everything out or become an environmental crusader overnight - just a few small changes can make a big difference.
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Scientists Find Wastewater Bacteria That Break Down PET Plastic, Aiding Pollution Control
Research has revealed that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down PET plastic, a widely used material in bottles and textiles. Scientists identified a specific enzyme responsible for degrading the plastic into smaller particles. While experts see promise in this discovery, concerns remain about its scalability for tackling large-scale...
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At Thailand's Full Moon Party Beach, Tourists Get A (Literal) Sea Of Poop
Travel content creator sheds light on the aftermath of Thailand's Full Moon Party beach filled with human waste
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New Global Policies to Cut Plastic Waste and Reduce Carbon Emissions by 2050
A study from UC Santa Barbara and Berkeley suggests four key policies that could reduce global plastic waste mismanagement by 91 percent and cut related emissions by 30 percent by 2050. The policies include a mandate for 40 percent recycled plastic in new products, a cap on plastic production, greater investment in waste management, and a fee on pl...
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RMIT University Develops Satellite Technology to Identify Plastic Waste on Beaches
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a satellite tool that can detect plastic waste on beaches from over 600 km above the Earth. This innovative technology uses variations in light reflection to identify plastic debris, offering a new approach to tackle the growing issue of plastic pollution. With millions of tonnes of plastic entering oc...
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How A Bag Of Cheetos Unleashed Chaos In A Fragile US Cave Ecosystem
A recent incident at Carlsbad Caverns National Park, where a visitor dropped a half-empty bag of Cheetos, highlights the damaging effects of littering on fragile ecosystems.
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Japan’s Fermentation Innovation Turns Food Waste into High-Quality Pig Feed
Japan is making strides in sustainability with an innovative approach to food waste. Koichi Takahashi, founder of the Japan Food Ecology Center, has developed a fermentation process that transforms leftover food into nutritious pig feed. This method addresses both environmental and economic challenges by recycling food scraps, which include leftove...
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Nepal Army Removes Human Remains And 11 Tonnes Of Garbage From Everest Region
The Nepali Army conducted its fourth Mountain Cleaning Campaign in the Everest region, removing 11,000 kgs of waste and recovering the remains of five climbers.
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From Latte To Load-Bearing: Australians Brew Up Stronger Concrete with Used Coffee
Not only does this innovative approach turn a waste product into a valuable resource, but it also promises sturdier buildings and infrastructure.
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Microplastics Crisis Demands More Than Just Ocean Cleanups and Biodegradables, Says Expert
In 2004, Professor Richard Thompson, a marine biologist from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, coined the term "microplastics."
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EU Law to Bring Back User Replaceable Batteries on Smartphones by 2027: All Details
The European Parliament is mandating designing portable batteries for smartphones, tablets, and other types of devices. Once the European Council and Parliament sign the regulation into law, it will mandate smartphone manufacturers to equip phones with replaceable batteries in the EU by 2027.
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Delhi Reviews Landfill Cleanup, Pushes for Full Waste Processing By 2026
Delhi Chief Minister Rekha Gupta and Mayor Sardar Raja Iqbal Singh took stock of the city's solid waste management efforts, with a sharp focus on landfill cleanup and upcoming waste-to-energy projects.
-
Meet The 69-Year-Old Dutch Woman Who's Been Cleaning Kashmir's Dal Lake For The Past 5 Years
A viral video showcasing her efforts, in which she picks up plastic bags and used bottles from the lake, has captured hearts online.
-
US Firm Uses Fungi To Develop Formula To Break Plastic In Baby Diapers
Disposable diapers contribute significantly to landfill waste, taking up to 300-500 years to decompose.
-
World Environment Day 2025: The Devastating Impact Of Plastic On Our Planet
World Environment Day 2025, hosted by the Republic of Korea, focuses on ending plastic pollution globally, highlighting its devastating impact on ecosystems.
-
How To Reduce Plastic Waste In Kitchen: 6 Easy Steps You Can Start Today
Want to make your kitchen eco-friendly? You do not need to throw everything out or become an environmental crusader overnight - just a few small changes can make a big difference.
-
Scientists Find Wastewater Bacteria That Break Down PET Plastic, Aiding Pollution Control
Research has revealed that bacteria commonly found in wastewater can break down PET plastic, a widely used material in bottles and textiles. Scientists identified a specific enzyme responsible for degrading the plastic into smaller particles. While experts see promise in this discovery, concerns remain about its scalability for tackling large-scale...
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At Thailand's Full Moon Party Beach, Tourists Get A (Literal) Sea Of Poop
Travel content creator sheds light on the aftermath of Thailand's Full Moon Party beach filled with human waste
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New Global Policies to Cut Plastic Waste and Reduce Carbon Emissions by 2050
A study from UC Santa Barbara and Berkeley suggests four key policies that could reduce global plastic waste mismanagement by 91 percent and cut related emissions by 30 percent by 2050. The policies include a mandate for 40 percent recycled plastic in new products, a cap on plastic production, greater investment in waste management, and a fee on pl...
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RMIT University Develops Satellite Technology to Identify Plastic Waste on Beaches
Researchers at RMIT University have developed a satellite tool that can detect plastic waste on beaches from over 600 km above the Earth. This innovative technology uses variations in light reflection to identify plastic debris, offering a new approach to tackle the growing issue of plastic pollution. With millions of tonnes of plastic entering oc...
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How A Bag Of Cheetos Unleashed Chaos In A Fragile US Cave Ecosystem
A recent incident at Carlsbad Caverns National Park, where a visitor dropped a half-empty bag of Cheetos, highlights the damaging effects of littering on fragile ecosystems.
-
Japan’s Fermentation Innovation Turns Food Waste into High-Quality Pig Feed
Japan is making strides in sustainability with an innovative approach to food waste. Koichi Takahashi, founder of the Japan Food Ecology Center, has developed a fermentation process that transforms leftover food into nutritious pig feed. This method addresses both environmental and economic challenges by recycling food scraps, which include leftove...
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Nepal Army Removes Human Remains And 11 Tonnes Of Garbage From Everest Region
The Nepali Army conducted its fourth Mountain Cleaning Campaign in the Everest region, removing 11,000 kgs of waste and recovering the remains of five climbers.
-
From Latte To Load-Bearing: Australians Brew Up Stronger Concrete with Used Coffee
Not only does this innovative approach turn a waste product into a valuable resource, but it also promises sturdier buildings and infrastructure.
-
Microplastics Crisis Demands More Than Just Ocean Cleanups and Biodegradables, Says Expert
In 2004, Professor Richard Thompson, a marine biologist from the University of Plymouth in the United Kingdom, coined the term "microplastics."
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EU Law to Bring Back User Replaceable Batteries on Smartphones by 2027: All Details
The European Parliament is mandating designing portable batteries for smartphones, tablets, and other types of devices. Once the European Council and Parliament sign the regulation into law, it will mandate smartphone manufacturers to equip phones with replaceable batteries in the EU by 2027.
