German scientists discover fungi with an appetite for plastic
They could potentially be used in controlled environments where they can degrade certain types of plastic
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Challenges facing aquaculture and overcoming them
On the brighter side, for the first time, farmed aquatic production has exceeded the catch from traditionally captured fisheries
Researchers develop faster, greener method to recycle mixed textiles
Recycling used fabric is usually challenging because of its composition, which is a blend of natural and synthetic fibres.
Treading threads: Eco startup Fabrick turns used textiles into bricks
The brainchild of architect Clarisee Merlet, Fabrick was established in 2019 in a quest to find alternative construction methods
In Sydney, maggots are being used to upcycle food waste
Together with eco-solutions company Goterra, the trial is expected to transform 600 tonnes of food waste into protein-rich animal feed or fertiliser in 12 months.
Scientists discover plastic-eating fungus in Pacific Garbage Patch
This fungus is the fourth marine fungus known to be capable of breaking down plastic waste.
Nestlé India introduces plant-based fork for Maggi cup noodles
The company collaborated with local startup Trishula for a propriety fork design made with wheat flour and salt
FedEx upcycles old uniforms and shipping materials in green push
Anthony Leung, MD, FedEx HK and Macau, said the Hong Kong team has been exploring different solutions to minimise its operational footprint.
Ecoswitch rates 60,000 food products based on their greenhouse emissions
The data-technology platform estimates the GHG impact of individually packaged foods
Nine fun ways to repurpose and recycle plastic
Whether you’re into DIY projects, arts and crafts, or eco-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone on this list.
Reddie Furniture turns trash into treasure with new Jeparah collection
The company intercepts waste destined for landfills and uses offcuts from its production processes.
Coconut-not? A multinational’s flawed eco plan
“Two million trees of a single species do not constitute a forest; they are man-made plantations, or ‘green deserts.”
The Green Conundrum: Understanding the environmental impact of cryptocurrency
Let’s unpack the complex world of cryptocurrency and understand how this venture into digitalisation is affecting our planet
Nature is officially a ‘Spotify artist’ to earn royalties for conservation
Dubbed Sounds Right, the initiative allows Nature to be recognised as an artist and earn royalties to be used for its conservation.
Naturals by Watsons adds Prestige Rose variant to eco-friendly skinare line
Naturals by Watsons is made with natural ingredients and free from harmful substances