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Sri Lanka’s Plastic Waste Crisis: Only 4% Recycled, Says Parliamentary Committee

Contact the team for access to the clip The Corporate Communications Department of the Sri Lankan Parliament released a statement on Saturday, based on information from the Steering Committee of the Environmental Branch. The statement revealed that Sri Lanka produces approximately 938 tonnes of plastic waste daily, with only 4% being recycled. Additionally, it was […]

The global community is negotiating steps to combat plastic waste

According to the UN, global plastic pollution could be significantly reduced. But how? An agreement should help with this. The negotiations are at an important point. A globally binding agreement could drastically reduce plastic waste and thus reduce the harmful effects on the environment and human health. This Monday, the third round of negotiations between […]

UOB Painting of the Year 2023 Winners: Conveying Powerful Messages Through Art

Rewrite text By the year 2023 there are people A record number of entries were submitted to the competition across the region. Artwork that conveys global social facts Won first prize in the 42nd UOB POY competition (Singapore). works of art “Pak Nam Chumphon” (Chumphon Estuary) by Ms Pratchaya Charoensuk, an artist from Thailand, which […]

Global Celebrities Unite in Greenpeace Video to End the Age of Plastic

Global Celebrities Join Greenpeace in Video Calling for End to Plastic Age November 13, 2023 – In a powerful display of unity, 13 renowned activists, athletes, and actors from across the globe have come together to urge world leaders to bring an end to the era of plastic. The 90-second video, created by Greenpeace International, […]

Disarray in Local Governments as Ministry of Environment Withdraws Previous Policies

Confusion Arises as Government Withdraws on Disposable Cup Regulations An announcement from the Ministry of the Environment sent local governments into disarray as the government considered steps to leave regulations on disposable cups to the discretion of local governing bodies. The sudden withdrawal of the policy to ban the use of disposable paper cups in […]

The Link Between PFAS and Hormone-Related Female Cancers: Study Findings

Study Suggests Potential Link Between Chemicals and Hormone-Related Female Cancers A recent study conducted by researchers from the University of Southern California (USC) and the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) has shed light on the potential association between exposure to certain chemicals and an increased risk of hormone-related female cancers, such as ovarian cancer. […]

9 Ways to Reduce Household Plastic and Protect the Environment

Plastic waste is a growing concern as it continues to pollute the environment and pose a threat to human health. According to scientists, if the current rate of plastic pollution persists, by 2050, the weight of plastic in the ocean will exceed that of all fish combined. This alarming trend is driven by the 8 […]

Cruz Foam: Eco-Friendly Packaging Made from Shrimp Shells Gains Attention

A California Startup Develops Eco-Friendly Packaging Material Made from Shrimp Shells by [Author’s Name] In a remarkable breakthrough, a California-based startup called Cruz Foam has garnered attention for its innovative packaging materials derived from shrimp shells. The eco-friendly packaging material developed by Cruz Foam is not only recyclable but also biodegradable, addressing the escalating concerns […]