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VideoThe US could soon have a national strategy for tackling textile waste. A new bill, the Textile Waste Reduction Act, would direct the EPA to develop the country’s first national strategy for textile waste. It would provide a clearer picture of textile waste across the US and where action is needed.
For World Cities Day, watch the recording of this GAIA and UN-Habitat webinar featuring zero-waste experts from India, Chile, South Africa, and other countries to discuss locally-rooted solutions for a more sustainable future.
Con motivo del Día Mundial de las Ciudades, mira la grabación de este seminario en línea organizado por GAIA y ONU-Hábitat, en el que participan expertos en basura cero de la India, Chile, Sudáfrica y otros países para debatir sobre soluciones con raíces locales para un futuro más sostenible.
La experiencia desarrollada por la Cámara de Comercio de Pasto, con el apoyo de Pure Earth, destaca la importancia de identificar riesgos ambientales, promover prácticas más seguras y fortalecer el cumplimiento normativo para proteger la salud de trabajadores, familias y comunidades. En el sur de Nariño, Colombia, una iniciativa orientada…
Pure Earth Colombia, LEEP y Acopinturas de Acoplásticos reunieron perspectivas del sector público, la industria y organizaciones especializadas para compartir avances, identificar desafíos y explorar oportunidades de colaboración que contribuyan a proteger la salud infantil. En el marco de la Semana Internacional de Prevención de la Intoxicación por Plomo 2026,…
Nuestra organización participó en la cuarta edición de la feria, donde France Cabanillas, coordinador regional de Pure Earth Perú en Madre de Dios, compartió los avances y desafíos de la MAPE sin mercurio. Además, acompañamos a la Red de Mujeres MAPE de Madre de Dios, que participó por primera vez,…
ZERO WASTE FOR CLIMATE: MOVE UPSTREAM, CUT EMISSIONS, DELIVER JUSTICE Zero waste is on the climate agenda. Now we need to get it right. At COP31 in Antalya, Türkiye, GAIA […] The post GAIA at COP31: Zero Waste for Climate first appeared on GAIA.
BALITANG TOKSIK! | 30 October 2026 “Don’t let toxic chemicals turn your trick-or-treating into a scary nightmare!” This was the statement from BAN…
As Undas 2026 approaches, environmental justice group BAN Toxics calls on the public to honor their departed loved ones through solemn remembrance and…
All sorts of people walk through our doors – working families, students, pensioners, those looking for help for the very first time because their dollar couldn't stretch any further. "Everyone was very supportive. It's not just food - you feel really dignified going to the OzHarvest Refettorio." — Matthew*, OzHarvest food recipient and Refettorio guest That support only happens because of our comm
Over 100 participants from across the globe, including recyclers, shipowners, shipyards, steel producers, financiers, policymakers, researchers and NGOs, gathered at La Friche la Belle de Mai in... Read More
Bogor, 27 Oktober 2026 — Waste4Change mempertemukan pelaku usaha, Dinas Lingkungan Hidup Kabupaten Bogor, dan PROSPECT Institute dalam Executive Luncheon & Talkshow bertema “Pengelolaan Sampah Mandiri: Mengamankan Operasional Bisnis” di Richie Garden Sentul City. Forum ini membahas bagaimana perusahaan dapat membangun pengelolaan sampah yang dapat ditelusuri, terdokumentasi, dan mendukung keberlan
Did you know that d4995947-fa3b-4474-a262-daae9ea341e9 has now helped prevent 7 million plastic bottles from reaching the environment? And that’s only part of the story. Since 2023, Busch Systems has partnered with Plastic Bank to create measurable environmental and social impact. Together, we’ve helped extract 139,318 kg of plastic and impact 905 people across Indonesia, Brazil, Egypt, and Thaila
What happens when emerging designers meet industry innovators? During the Visa Young Creators: Recycle the Runway Masterclass, Global Fashion Agenda and Visa were proud to unveil the five pieces co-created by this year’s prize winners and innovators from GFA’s Innovation Forum. The pieces range from a traceable Alpine wool jacket to a bag made from a tyre-waste leather alternative. Together, they
Our round-up of the month’s most important stories. Industry scientists raised the alarm about microplastics in 1974 Turns out industry executives have known for over half a century that plastic particles were infiltrating the human body and likely causing harm – but chose to remain silent. They are now claiming “gaps in the science” to
Představujeme vám nový zelený spot na Praze 4 – Komunitní zahradu Velký Háj. Místo pro pěstování, sousedské vysedávání, kompostování i řádění s dětmi. Tenhle prostor roste k dokonalosti díky skvělé komunitě a expertům z Kokozy, kteří stojí za jeho založením a rozvojem. 💚 🌱 Chceš mít vlastní záhon, zabořit ruce do hlíny, natrhat si čerstvé bylinky nebo si jen odpočinout od ruchu města? 👉 Napiš k
Kebiasaan mengelola sampah dapat tumbuh dari pemahaman tentang apa yang kita buang setiap hari. Bagi anak-anak, mengenali sisa makanan dan belajar memilahnya menjadi langkah awal untuk memahami hubungan antara kebiasaan sehari-hari dan lingkungan. Semangat ini dihadirkan Waste4Change bersama Nestlé Indonesia melalui Workshop Akademi Bijak Sampah (AKABIS) bertema Eco-Enzyme pada 6 Oktober 2026 di S
Continuem compartilhando o canal, pois tem muita luta pela frente ainda. Força na luta. Siga o canal "Canal Do CATADOR(A)" no WhatsApp: https://whatsapp.com/channel/0029Vb9QfgwC6ZvrpV8dNK0K #catadores #mncr #reciclagem #luta #movimento #shorts
BALITANG TOKSIK! | 27 October 2026 Amid the observance of Consumer Welfare Month, toxic chemicals watchdog BAN Toxics commended the Food and Drug…
At Global Fashion Summit: Copenhagen Edition 2026, the session 'Building the Future: From Leadership to Legacy' featured a dialogue exploring the leadership journey of Patrick Chalhoub, Executive Chairman at Chalhoub Group: a prominent family-owned fashion business in the Middle East withstanding geopolitical challenges and pioneering an integration of sustainability into its operations. Themes su
Beyond EPR. Creating value for people and the planet in Manila. Earlier this October, our Plastic Bank Founder and CEO David Katz joined business, government, and sustainability leaders in the Philippines to explore how Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) can go beyond compliance. The message was clear: Recycling isn't just about recovering plastic. It's about recognizing the value of the peopl
Follow our work, support and be part of the solution. Follow The Or Foundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorispresent/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theorispresent/ Learn More: https://www.theor.org About Us The Or Foundation (pronounced “or”) works at the intersection of environmental justice, education, and fashion development to identify and manifest alternatives to th
What if plastic waste could become a pathway to prosperity? At the 2026 EPR Forum in Manila, Philippines, our Plastic Bank Founder David Katz challenges businesses to rethink Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR). What if environmental responsibility could create opportunities for families, support children's education, strengthen communities, and build a more circular economy? From turning plast
Follow our work, support and be part of the solution. Follow The Or Foundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorispresent/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theorispresent/ Learn More: https://www.theor.org About Us The Or Foundation (pronounced “or”) works at the intersection of environmental justice, education, and fashion development to identify and manifest alternatives to th
Follow our work, support and be part of the solution. Follow The Or Foundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theorispresent/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/theorispresent/ Learn More: https://www.theor.org About Us The Or Foundation (pronounced “or”) works at the intersection of environmental justice, education, and fashion development to identify and manifest alternatives to th
Reconhecimento e valorização do trabalho das catadoras e catadores, Queremos ser respeitados. Bora defender a justiça social e ambiental. Em defesa das mulheres e das crianças do Brasil. #catadores #mncr #reciclagem #luta #movimento #sustentabilidade #shorts
🏠 Só no Governo do Lula as catadoras e catadores tiveram acesso a moradia. Para continuidade das conquistas, nos temos lado. Povo pobre com moradia, educação e trabalho. Bora Lula 🌠 #catadores #mncr #reciclagem #luta #movimento #sustentabilidade #shorts
Session "Luxury's Sustainable Development" at Global Fashion Summit 2023: Copenhagen Edition. The power and purpose of responsible luxury is a nuanced topic, especially considering the link between creativity and nature. What sustainability shifts apply to luxury, and how is leadership in this sector responding? SPEAKERS Antoine Arnault, LVMH Group Jonathan Anderson Federica Marchionni, CEO, Globa
“Building a circular economy of plastics” and increasing the use of “circular plastic” are industry buzzwords that have been doing the rounds (pun intended) for the last few years in policy papers and glossy reports. They paint an appealing picture: just put a plastic bottle in the recycling bin and it will become another bottle.
