Yara and Lantmännen sign first-ever commercial agreement for fossil-free fertilisers
Many food crops are heavily dependent on nitrogen, and most fertiliser used worldwide is a product of fossil fuel.
The Coca-Cola Company teams with The Ocean Cleanup to tackle marine waste
Under the global partnership, the Interceptor systems will be implemented in 15 rivers by the end of this year.
Temperature-adapting glass from Singapore could help cut energy costs
During summer, the glass suppresses the sun’s heat while boosting “radiative cooling” – a natural phenomenon where heat emits through surfaces towards the cold – to make the room cooler.
The best trees to plant in India for cleaner air
Researchers in India screened 26 plant species along the National Highway-21, from plains to high altitude passes, to check which plants are best to incorporate along roadsides to minimise the effects of pollutants from vehicles and help produce cleaner air.
Seoul to launch recycling system for coffee waste
The new system will offer incentives to encourage cafes to separate and recycle their coffee grounds.
Indonesian packaging company to use Limex pellets for cosmetic containers
Limex Pellets are made from 50 per cent calcium carbonate (limestone) combined with a polymeric resin. It can be moulded into any shape or form using any existing moulding, recycling and printing machines.
Teen repurposes ropes into dog leashes for animal shelters
Alexander Tsao, an avid rock climber, noticed that the ropes in his local gym were frequently being replaced with new ones.
Hong Kong building turning waste into renewable energy wins award
The competition aims to drive Hong Kong’s building sector towards sustainability and help support the government’s target of becoming carbon neutral.
This Canadian startup makes furniture from recycled chopsticks
On a mission to redefine the term “waste” to “resource”, the company collects old chopsticks from schools, restaurants, hotels, and offices that would otherwise have ended up in landfills.
Tom’s of Maine shifts to plastic-free packaging for deodorants range
The company says its transition to paper packaging will help reduce plastic waste by nearly 60 tons this year.
Spot and swap out the brands supporting child labour these holidays
The Australian Clean + Conscious Awards has compiled a list of the red flags that are easy to spot and swap this Christmas.
Burt’s Bees seeks to foster a circular economy by 2025
To reach its net-zero targets by 2025, the company will cut the use of virgin packaging materials such as plastic and fibre by 33 per cent and transition towards 100 per cent recyclable, reusable, or compostable packaging for all its products.
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.
Corona Island set to become a sustainable living showcase – for a select few
According to Corona, this will be a destination for people who love the natural world as well as showcasing its commitment towards sustainability.
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.