Tag: recycling
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Fashion Company Designs Accessories Out of Trash Pile in Russia
A fashion company based in St. Petersburg, Russia takes trash piles and transforms them into unique accessories. Unfortunately, Russia’s landfills have poorer maintenance and less oversight than those in other countries throughout Europe. In fact, one landfill in Moscow measures at least 10 stories tall. Authorities warn that poor waste management could lead to infectious…
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What Chemicals Are in Plastic Toys? Here’s What Researchers Found
Ever since plastic was invented in the late 19th century, plastic toys have been a big hit with children all over the world. Plastic made toys more affordable, which meant that even lower-income families could get a toy for their children. However, plastic has made quite a journey when it comes to safety. Unfortunately, that…
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11-year-old Boy in California Runs a Successful Recycling Company
Ryan Hickman started his own recycling company at just three years old after visiting the local recycling center in Orange County, CA. When Ryan went with his Dad to turn in a few bags of cans and bottles. He immediately fell in love with recycling. At that moment, he knew he wanted to run his…
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New Study Reveals US Generates Most Plastic Pollution Worldwide
A new report published in the journal Science Advances revealed that the US produces more plastic waste than any other nation. It also ranks as high as third among countries causing coastal plastic pollution when factoring in scrap plastic exports plus illegal dumping and littering. This new research contradicts previous assumptions that the US manages…
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Plastic Straws and Stirrers Now Banned in UK (Will the USA Follow?)
A law prohibiting single-use plastic straws, stirrers, and cotton buds went into effect earlier this month in the UK. The legislation makes it illegal for businesses to sell or distribute these plastic items. April was the original deadline for the ban to go into effect. However, the government postponed it due to the pandemic. Due…
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How Australia Reduced Use Of Plastic Bags By 80% In Just 6 Months
Plastic waste is the most problematic waste product on the planet. It has terrible effects on the world and the environment. All plastics are made from natural resources that are not renewable or sustainable – including coal, crude oil, and gas. Nine single-use plastic bags, like the ones provided at a typical grocery store, contain…