Recycling News
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Are waste-to-energy plants bad investments in the Philippines?A proposal for a US$423 million facility is expected to be approved in one of the biggest cities in the country's capital, despite a law banning incineration. Critics say city governments are at the losing end of this technology. -
Developing countries turn away from plastic waste importsWill an amendment to the Basel Convention staunch the global flow of plastic waste?
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Drastic shift in city lifestyles urged to avert climate crisisCities need to at least halve their emissions by 2030, urbanites need to cut their meat consumption and fast-fashion has to be ditched to have a chance of keeping global warming to 1.5°C. -
Trash for teaching: Indian students hope to set example on plastic recyclingA school has asked pupils to bring in at least 20 pieces of plastic waste every week in exchange for free schooling.
Recycling Opinion
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Plastic warms the planet twice as much as aviation—here's how to make it climate-friendly– If plastics were a country, it would be the fifth highest emitter in the world. Abandoning the needless demand for plastic is key to averting a climate breakdown, Solent University's Laurie Wright writes. -
6 recent signs of hope for the ocean– World Resources Institute's Kristian Teleki discusses how governments and industries are coming up with new approaches for businesses to thrive while protecting the world's oceans. -
The case for building a circular economy– Technology can harm our ailing planet if the process by which we produce modern-day gadgets is planned improperly. See why the world needs circular solutions to develop sustainably and why energy has a crucial role to play.
Videos
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An environment minister's vision for Malaysia– Nine months after she was appointed to lead Malaysia's environment ministry, Yeo Bee Yin spoke to Eco-Business about gender equality, plastic pollution and boosting the country's green industry.
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It's time to break up with plastic– Breaking up is not so hard if it’s a toxic relationship. Singaporean comedian Judee Tan shares her tips on how to dump single-use plastic for a love affair with sustainable living.
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The afterlife of trash in Singapore– Ever wondered what happens to the trash that goes into those blue recycling bins? Here's a behind-the-scenes look at how Singapore's trash is prepped for recycling.
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A circular economy could save China five trillion dollars– There are large financial and environmental benefits from reducing waste, says a recent report from the Ellen MacArthur Foundation.
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