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A young entrepreneur turns plastic waste into water bottles
Taryn Jacob is an entrepreneur with a cause. The young American started a small venture that seeks to help tackle the problem of plastic waste.
A Buddhist monk turns plastic bottles into saffron robes
A way forward for Thais involves abiding by Buddhist teachings that encourage thrift and recycling, Phra Maha Pranom argues.
Plastic packaging is no solution for food waste
Food waste remains an acute problem in Europe and across much of the world. So does plastic waste.
Senegal: Africa’s New Waste Warrior?
Speaking Monday on the sidelines of Eid prayers, Senegalese President Macky Sall reiterated his commitment to making his country into a trailblazer in environmental protection. “I want Senegal to be identified as one of the cleanest countries in Africa”, Sall
Going greener is a smart move for businesses
More and more consumers are becoming aware of the need for informed decisions in their choices if we are to save what’s left of the planet’s depleted natural environments and mitigate the effects of climate change through reduced carbon emissions.
Welcome to whole new sustainable jeans
We love our jeans but they come with environmental costs. Leading fashion manufacturers are out to change that.