Geneva, Switzerland// — The World Trade Organization (WTO) Public Forum 2023, themed It is time for action, examined how trade can contribute to a greener and more sustainable future.
Category: Recycling
Using Art and Song to Help Tackle South Africa’s Plastic Waste Crisis
Seven tonnes of plastic waste has been successfully diverted from the environment thanks to a pioneering new collaboration in South Africa which aimed to change behaviours through art, song, comedy skits, as well as practical measures.
Clean Cold Centre of Excellence Launches in India
Telangana Centre of Excellence for Sustainable Cooling and Cold-Chain has launched – a novel initiative for promoting sustainable cooling innovation and accelerating the deployment of energy-efficient refrigeration for food and vaccine supply chains across India.
Africa Opportunity: The Opportunity for Green Hydrogen in Africa
The concept of green hydrogen is gaining traction across the African continent, with multiple initiatives and pilot plant projects in development due to the favourable renewable energy generation potential.
INSIGHT: Recycling Markets Risk Consolidation in 2023 Amid Weak Demand But Pendulum Will Swing Back
London, UK, (ICIS)//–Demand for European mechanically recycled polymers is the lowest it’s been for several years. Costs through the chain remain high and producer margins for many grades narrow.
Egypt: WFP and the Coca-Cola Foundation Join Forces to Promote Sustainable Agric, Green Energy
Rome, Italy// — The United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) in Egypt and The Coca-Cola Foundation, signed today an agreement to promote sustainable agriculture & green energy among farmers and rural communities in Luxor.
Supply, Clash Between Policy and Regulation Loom Large in Sustainability Debate
Colorado (ICIS)–Scaling up supply of recycled and renewable materials, along with products that enable sustainability and the energy transition to meet burgeoning demand growth, will be the key challenge for the chemical industry.
Woodward Develop New Injection Systems to Support Industry’s Transition to New Fuels
Stuttgart, Germany//- Leading engine injection system manufacturer Woodward, has announced it is developing a comprehensive new range of injection systems applicable for new and future fuel powered engines including methanol and ammonia.
Plastics Recycling – How to Square Supply and Demand
HOUSTON (ICIS)–Global demand for post-consumer recycled resin has been increasing at a rate that outpaces the growth in supply.
Report: COVID-19 Slows Progress Toward Universal Energy Access
Washington DC, US// — The COVID-19 pandemic has been a key factor in slowing progress toward universal energy access. Globally, 733 million people still have no access to electricity, and 2.4 billion people still cook using fuels detrimental to their health and the environment.