Japan’s new plastic dissolves in seawater and nourishes soil
Scientists believe the material could become a key player in addressing both marine plastic pollution and soil degradation.
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Flushed with potential: sewage waste finds new purpose as bio-oil
The product could one day replace petroleum-based products in construction, electronics, and automotive manufacturing industries.
Clorox hit with $5.2m fine for greenwashing Glad packaging
The company was found to have misrepresented that certain bags were made with “50% Ocean Plastic Recycled” material when, in fact, they contained plastic waste sourced from communities in Indonesia
Scientists make progress in turning agricultural waste into jet fuel
Could jet fuel be made from agricultural waste? Researchers at Washington State University think…
Fancl launches Toiro, a refillable skincare line with sustainable packaging
Fancl said many of its customers are already mindful of sustainability, so a refillable option made sense.
Fahlo’s plush toys bring wildlife conservation to life
Each plushie comes with a bracelet and a built-in tracking feature, allowing users to follow a real animal’s journey.
Teva partners with Mandai Wildlife for eco-friendly footwear
“Teva has always been about adventure, but we also want to make sure future generations can enjoy these places.”
Urban Reef brings biodiversity back to cities with 3D-printed ecosystems
The project aims to bridge the gap between urban living and nature while also helping to combat pollution and climate change.
Simply Cups diverts 50 million paper cups from landfills
Traditional paper cups are often lined with plastic, making them difficult to recycle through standard systems.
Starbucks Japan rolls out plant-based straws to cut plastic waste
The new straws were developed with employee and customer feedback to ensure they’re durable, strong, and pleasant to use.
Why brands risk losing engagement over sustainability buzzwords
Words like “recycled,” “sustainable,” and “eco-friendly” might be doing more harm than good.
California-based studio brings sustainability to puppetry
Images in Motion Media champions sustainability by reusing and repurposing materials from previous productions.
Fresh from the farm: 7-Eleven integrates vertical indoor farming
Through a new partnership with Plenty Unlimited the convenience chain will offer sustainably-grown salads California.
Qantas accused of greenwashing with “carbon neutral” flights
Experts argue that purchasing carbon credits is not equivalent to achieving zero emissions.
Dutch startup creates eco-friendly palm-oil alternative from food waste
Using organic waste like potato peels and rejected vegetables, NoPalm creates yeast-based oils that can replace palm oil in various products,