In 2023, Germany recorded a significant reduction in household waste, reaching 433 kilograms per capita, the lowest since 2004. This marks a 51-kilogram decrease compared to the pandemic year of 2021 and a 24-kilogram drop from 2019. Overall household waste…
On December 13, Mytilene Mayor Panagiotis Christofas inspected ongoing construction works related to the ‘Creation of Recycling Corners and Underground Waste Containers in Central Mytilene.’ Accompanied by local leaders, he reviewed the establishment of designated recycling areas for safe and…
Under new UK government proposals, online marketplaces like Amazon and eBay are required to contribute to the recycling of disposable vapes, creating a fairer system for local electronics producers. By January 2026, these companies will help alleviate the financial burden…
A recycling awareness event organized by the Peloponnese Waste Management Agency took place in Tripoli, Greece, aimed at educating children about circular economy and recycling practices. This initiative, which took place outside the 9th Primary School, is part of a…
In Zervochoria, Chalkidiki, a school initiative repurposes election paper waste into planting material, promoting environmental awareness among students and parents. Led by educator Valasia Kazlari, the project uses a blender to create pulp from discarded ballots, embedding seeds that grow…
According to OECD projections, global plastic usage is expected to nearly triple from 2019 to 2060, posing a significant environmental threat. Negotiations in Busan for a global treaty on plastic pollution failed, with the OECD highlighting that over 90% of…
The Agbogbloshie dumpsite in Ghana has become a hotspot for the illegal burning of electronic waste, or e-waste, which is trafficked from wealthier nations. Workers extract valuable metals like copper and gold, but face severe health risks due to toxic…
The Experimental High School of Larissa has introduced an orange waste bin as part of a campaign to promote the recycling of used cooking oils. This initiative, aligned with the European Week for Waste Reduction, aims to educate students and…
The Directorate of Secondary Education of Larissa will participate in the European Week for Waste Reduction (EWWR) 2024, running from November 16 to 24, with the slogan ‘Don’t Feed Waste’. The initiative aims to educate the public on preventing waste…
In a detailed Sunday review, Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis outlined significant governmental initiatives from the past week, starting with a commendation for U.S. President Donald Trump’s election victory and emphasizing the importance of strong Greek-American relations. He announced a…
The Peloponnese Solid Waste Management Organization has proposed a holistic recycling program aiming to collect around 90,000 tons of urban waste annually. This initiative, involving a total investment of €15 million, focuses on the separate collection and transfer of distinct…
A fire that broke out at a recycling materials and scrap warehouse in the Volos Industrial Area has been brought under control. While firefighters continue efforts to fully extinguish the blaze, residents report lingering smoke in nearby areas due to…
