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37 pc spike in fossil fuel lobbyists at UN talks to curb plastic pollution
Updated : 1 year, 10 months ago IST
Around 196 fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists, including 11 from India, have registered for the United Nations negotiations on the first global treaty to curb plastic pollution in Ottawa, according to an analysis by the Centre for International Environmental Law (CIEL), a nonprof
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Teen Activist Manya Harsha Leads Recycling Revolution in Bengaluru, Transf
Updated : 1 year, 11 months ago IST
Bengaluru (Karnataka) [India], April 12: On this Earth Day, Bengaluru witnessed the heartwarming initiative of 13-year-old climate activist, Manya Harsha. In a tribute to her late grandmother, V Rudramma, Manya embarked on a mission to repurpose cherished sarees into eco-friendly reusable ba
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Plastics For Change becomes the first organization to receive Social+OBP C
Updated : 2 years ago IST
New Delhi [India], February 26: Plastics For Change (PFC), a global leader in addressing plastic pollution and enhancing the lives of informal waste pickers has proudly announced its achievement of B Corp certification and becoming the world's first organization to receive Social + OBP (Ocea
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World Bank introduces innovative USD 100 million plastic waste reduction-l
Updated : 2 years, 1 month ago IST
According to the World Bank, this innovative financial instrument ties investor returns to Plastic Waste Collection Credits, Plastic Waste Recycling Credits, and Voluntary Carbon Units expected to be generated by projects in Ghana and Indonesia.
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AI predicts influence of microplastics on soil: Study
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
Plastic waste and its accumulation in nature have recently become a major environmental concern. While plastic pollution in the oceans is certainly a concern, the presence of plastics in soils around the world is also known to pose major environmental and health issues.
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AI anticipates impact of microplastics on soil properties: Study
Updated : 2 years, 2 months ago IST
To address this gap in soil MP research, a group of scientists led by Prof. Yong Sik Ok employed machine learning (ML) algorithms to assess and forecast the influence of MPs on soil parameters.
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Go Rewise intends to recycle 25 per cent of India's PET bottle waste by 20
Updated : 2 years, 4 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], October 20: Go Rewise, a brand by Ganesha Ecosphere (XNSE: GANECOS), recycling partner and food grade rPET provider is taking another meaningful step towards creating a circular economy. It has announced that it intends to recycle 25 per cent of India's PET bottle waste by
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GreenBio's Biodegradable Bags: A Sustainable Alternative to Single-Use Pla
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], October 5: In an era where environmental sustainability is of paramount importance, GreenBio Products stands as a shining example of a company committed to making a difference. With a mission to eliminate plastic pollution, GreenBio Products is at the forefront of producin
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Bangalore's innovative "No Straw Nariyal Challenge" takes on plastic pollu
Updated : 2 years, 5 months ago IST
Plastic pollution has emerged as a significant concern amid rapid urbanization, posing a daunting challenge for cities across the globe. Plastic has become an integral part of daily life, making it a complex task to eliminate completely, read the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs press r
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"Hackathon on Plastic-Free Rivers with AI" Grand Finale Concludes Successf
Updated : 2 years, 6 months ago IST
Bangalore (Karnataka) [India], September 11: The grand finale of the "Hackathon on Plastic-Free Rivers with AI," hosted by REVA University in partnership with Kyndryl, marked an inspiring culmination of efforts to combat plastic pollution in rivers. Environmental champions who are making sig
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Modicare Becomes 100% 'Plastic Waste Neutral'
Updated : 2 years, 7 months ago IST
New Delhi [India], July 26: Modicare Limited, one of India’s leading direct-selling companies, has achieved a remarkable feat by becoming 100% 'Plastic Waste Neutral'. Through its unwavering commitment to sustainable practices, Modicare has successfully collected & recycled 100% post-con
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India, France commit to eliminate single use plastic products pollution
Updated : 2 years, 8 months ago IST
Plastic products pollution due to littered and mismanaged plastic waste is a global environmental issue that must be urgently addressed. It has adverse impacts on ecosystems in general and marine ecosystems in particular.
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