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In a country known to be one of the world's biggest contributors to marine plastic pollution, the circularity advocate and Sustainability Leadership A-List winner has been instrumental in driving the country’s Extended Producer Responsibility regulation.
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Is the tide turning for ocean protection? UN conference ends with record attendance and momentum for high seas treaty
A record number of world leaders gathered in Nice to chart a path forward on ocean protection, with growing support for the High Seas Treaty and new pledges for sustainable marine governance.
A few local entrepreneurs are now producing tableware like plates and straws from biodegradable and locally available materials including areca leaves for plates and rice bran and jute for straws.
As geopolitical uncertainties cloud the horizon, leaders who uphold the values of climate justice, diplomacy and equity in their work are recognised for their contributions in the sustainability sector.
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