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Fracked Plastic
The build-out of ethane cracking plants in the United States has an effect on the entire planet and contributes greatly to the increase of new plastic production every year.
Plastics, EDCs & health
An important link between plastic use and human health was made in Dec. 2020 by a global group of Endocrinologists.
#Ifixtheplanet challenge
we are happy to announce that our second round has already started. Deadline 31st of October 2022, 23.59 UTC .
Algramo
Algramo means “by the gram”, and this Chilean based startup is providing customers with a way to order just as much of a product as they want without using single-use packaging.
Near-0 waste
Near-0 waste
Is the idea of Zero Waste too intimidating to imagine for your Club meetings and fundraisers? Then consider the concept of Near-0 Waste
The Reusies
The Reusies® celebrates the pioneers, the trailblazers, the innovators and game-changing heroes who are developing a better way than throw-away, advancing systemic change and co-creating a world where we can get what we need and want without all the waste.
5 Ingenious solutions fighting plastic waste in South East Asia
On August 22, 2022 the Plastic Waste to Value Southeast Asia Challenge revealed 5 innovative programs that are producing scalable solutions to plastic waste.
Using empty spaces
Styrofoam is a difficult plastic to recycle because it’s hard to transport and handle. But last week three local organizations in Washington State pooled their resources to keep nearly 1000 cubic feet of styrofoam out of landfill, collecting clean styrofoam and transporting it by using the empty space inside a truck on a deadhead run to Kent, WA. USA
The 4 way test on climate change
Scientists tell us that we will ruin the livability of earth for all future generations, within the next 80 years, if we do not change course.
Issues with plastic in agricolture
Issues with plastic in agricolture
Wherever we look, we see plastic – from single-use foodware and packaging to the carpeting, clothing, bike helmets and furniture that surrounds us every day
There is no Plan(et) B !
Rotary, through its new focus area “Protecting our Environment”, challenges Rotarians to get involved in the climate change crisis, by taking action.
Make it a “Bring your own cup” event !
BYOC – Bring Your Own Cup is a worldwide trend with a huge environmental payoff and the potential to add camaraderie and fun to Rotary meetings and events. Just a couple of tips: publicize early and often, award with coupons, discounts or hearty thanks, and remember: habits don’t just change overnight – but they can change!
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