Ecosa launches recycling program to prevent mattresses from reaching landfills
The non-profit program aims to prevent tonnes of bedding from reaching landfills by recycling mattresses, pillowcases, and bedsheets into a range of new products.
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These solar-powered soft robots can help clean up oil spills
These thin-film robots are powered by light and water and can also be trained to remove contaminants from drinking water.
Heura gives away 5000 vegan sandwiches at its first-ever pop-up store in London
ated in Covent Garden, the new pop-up store pays tribute to the brand’s Barcelonian roots by having a theme of “sunshine yellow”.
Aleph Farms develops an open-source solution to end fetal bovine serum use
“The market for cultivated meat is advancing rapidly, and we want to contribute to making it an affordable reality for everyone,” said Susanne Leonhartsberger, President, Wacker Biosolutions.
Camira launches its first vegan-friendly alt-leather range
The range is made from polyurethane (PU), is soft to touch and gives a similar finish to animal-sourced leather.
10 cool eco-friendly gift ideas from Australia
While Christmas is a season of giving, it’s also a time when excess waste can potentially harm our planet. Here are cool, eco-friendly gifts to suit any budget.
Poop to plastic: Korean researchers make biodegradable plastic from livestock excrement
Compared to using traditional plastic, bioplastic offers many advantages such as reduced use of fossil fuels, smaller carbon footprint, and faster decomposition.
Solar-powered recycling machine ‘Trashspresso’ turns plastic waste into construction materials
The recycling machine also boasts a compact size, making it convenient for local communities to install in their area.
Skechers launches new recycled collection, partners with the Nature Conservancy
The new collection uses recycled cotton, polyester, rubber, EVA, and TPU.
Singapore startup plans to convert coconut waste into peat moss alternative
Cocopeat and crushed husks are 100-per-cent natural, renewable and biodegradable, with substrates that improve soil texture and moisture retention.
Clothes made from recycled plastic bottles are safe
A consumer watchdog, Korea Consumer Agency, tested the durability and safety of five recycled polyester clothing made by local sports brands available in the domestic market.
Scientists create sustainable, biodegradable glitter from fruit
The glitter is vegan, non-toxic, and just as sparkly as its plastic counterpart.
These cute fish lamps are raising awareness of single-use soy packets
As a symbolic statement against single-use plastic, Heliograf decided to look for a practical and purposeful way to highlight this issue by creating lamps that look like single-use soy fish packets.
The difference between vegan, vegetarian and plant-based diets
At first glance, the difference between veganism, vegetarianism and plant-based diets may seem subtle – and which is best for the planet?
Nextevo launches its sustainable yarn made from pineapple waste
The company seeks to positively impact farmers and help relieve environmental pollution by transforming agricultural waste into sustainable, value-added products for everyday living.