France will launch a glass bottle deposit experiment on June 12, 2023, according to reports from Ouest-France. The deposit will be 10 cents for small containers and 20 cents for larger ones, covering four regions noted for their effective waste…
An informative event aiming to enhance recycling and sustainable urban mobility through the use of light electric vehicles like e-bikes and scooters was held in Larissa, Greece. Organized by the Municipality of Larissa and the University of Patras, it focused…
Starting today, January 8, the municipality of Thessaloniki begins its annual recycling program for natural Christmas trees. Following the holiday season, residents can call the municipal service at 15195 to schedule the collection of their trees. The initiative, organized by…
The president of the Waste Management Authority of the Peloponnese, Giannis Smyrniotis, announced that construction projects for seven Waste Transfer Stations have been auctioned, with proposals for eight additional stations submitted through the ESPA program. Two stations are already operational…
During the holiday season, many individuals take the opportunity to declutter their homes by visiting recycling centers. Daniela Jenni and Dominique Linder represent those who prioritize sorting out possessions, particularly during the year-end. Increased traffic at recycling facilities leads to…
The UK government has introduced new regulations aimed at limiting the establishment of new waste incinerators, which are seen as harmful to the environment. Under the proposed rules, new incinerators must demonstrate they reduce landfill waste or replace older models….
This article explores the recycling process in Paris, focusing on a sorting center that handles materials collected from yellow bins. It reveals the challenges and methods of sorting recyclable waste, emphasizing the need for proper waste separation. Despite public skepticism…
After the holiday season, Christmas trees can be recycled in various ways including composting, creating mulch, or serving as animal feed. Many local municipalities have designated collection points for tree disposal. The Ministry of Agriculture notes that one ton of…
The UK government has announced new rules aimed at restricting the development of new household waste incinerators in England. These regulations seek to ensure that new projects either reduce landfill use or replace less efficient facilities. With nearly half of…
Fukushima, Japan, is set to introduce a controversial policy that will publicly identify individuals and businesses for failing to comply with strict trash disposal regulations. Starting in March, city workers will inspect non-compliant garbage bags and may reveal the names…
Fukushima City, Japan, is set to enforce new regulations for trash disposal starting in March, making it the first city to publicly name individuals and businesses that fail to comply with strict sorting and size rules. The initiative aims to…
In der Schweiz wird nur ein geringer Anteil von acht Prozent des als Abfall anfallenden Holzes recycelt, während Nachbarländer Altholz effizient nutzen. Experten betonen die Notwendigkeit einer umfassenderen Infrastruktur und effizienterer Recyclingmethoden. Mit jährlich bis zu sieben Millionen Kubikmetern Holz,…
