English

More about this topic

Earth News

Which country has the most sustainable shoppers in Europe?

From recycling to buying second hand, European shoppers are increasingly eco-friendly. But how sustainable are your country’s shopping habits?

Earth News

How automotive batteries are being turned into solar power storage

As concern over climate change and the need for clean energy sees an increasing number of people switch to electric cars, these vehicles are fast gaining a larger market share. But some experts are asking how green the batteries that run them really are?

Scenes

Meet the Brazilian engineer cruising on plastic bottle tops

In partnership with Media City

"We want to be an example for kids and other businesses to show that they can use plastic waste and other residues to have a more circular economy."

Europe News

Reuse and recycle: EU proposes revised rules to limit packaging waste

"By 2040 most coffees-to-go will come in a reusable cup, or a cup we bring ourselves," said European Commission executive VP Frans Timmermans.

ADVERTISEMENT

Earth News

This reusable McDonald’s packaging could be the future in Europe

The fast food giant is reportedly testing new options to comply with new legislation around packaging.

Earth News

Vapes are a 'new threat' to the planet, experts warn

Research by Material Focus found that around 1.3 million single-use e-cigarettes are thrown away in the UK every week.

Earth News

Germany will force companies to pay for cleaning up single use plastic

Germany's Environment Minister says businesses depending on single-use plastic should contribute to collection and cleanup costs.

Tech News

Which EU countries are the worst when it comes to e-waste?

From laptops to smartphones, Europeans generate the most electronic waste per capita. How good are they at recycling it?

Ecotech

Meet the man using e-waste to build solar lamps in Nigeria

In Nigeria, a local company called QuadLoop is turning electronic waste into solar lanterns as a way to fight the energy crisis and climate change.

No Comment

In Türkiye, tyres get recycled into paving stones and animal bedding

In the south-central city of Niğde, Türkiye, known for its medieval heritage, a company turns 400 tonnes of car tyres into value-added products such as locked paving stones, animal bedding and tiles.

Ecotech

This Indian factory turns cigarette butts into soft toys

An estimated 4.5 trillion cigarette butts are littered each year, making them the most discarded waste item worldwide.

Earth News

Wax worm saliva rapidly dissolves plastic bags, scientists discover

To help combat plastic waste, these scientists are taking a worms’ eye view.

Earth News

Quality Street ditches its iconic wrappers to reduce plastic waste

Christmas might lose a bit of its shine this year, as one of the UK’s most iconic chocolate brands switches to environmentally-friendly packaging.

Tech News

This ‘smart bin’ sorts recycling so you don’t have to

The “smart bin” harnesses advanced technology including robotics, AI and sensors to properly identify and sort recycling waste.

Earth News

Coffee balls: Is this the future of guilt-free espresso drinking?

‘Coffee balls’ are pre-ground, condensed spheres of coffee that dissolve in a capsule-like machine.

No Comment

Colombian artist recreates Garcia Marquez's face

Colombian artist Eduardo Butron collects glass bottles taken from the rubbish to recreate the face of Gabriel Garcia Marquez.

Ecotech

Wind turbine blades could soon be recycled into gummy bears

From turbines to treats, this scientific discovery could solve one of wind power’s biggest problems: how to recycle turbine blades.

Inspire Africa

The Tanzanian woman bridging the justice gap with her digital platform [Inspire Africa]

''Apart from connecting our users to lawyers who are in towns. We also connect our users to community village leaders who can help them. We connect them to social workers who can help them resolve their disputes''.- Neema Magimba

Earth News

France passes new bill allowing recycled cooking to be used as fuel

France’s new bill will allow citizens to power their diesel vehicles with recycled cooking oil.

Tech News

What you need to know about Nothing's new 'sustainable' smartphone

Tech start-up Nothing has released a new phone it says will be more environmentally friendly than its competitors. Here's what's in store.