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Transforming Food Waste Reduction: Key Findings from the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024
In collaboration with WRAP, the UNEP Food Waste Index Report 2024 presents a groundbreaking analysis, aiming to revolutionize global efforts in mitigating food waste across retail and consumer levels. The report sheds light on the staggering 1.05 billion tonnes of food waste generated annually, equating to 132kg per capita, highlighting the urgent need for action.…
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Unveiling Misleading Claims: Beverage Giants Under Fire for Plastic Recycling Assertions
Coca-Cola, Danone, and Nestle have come under scrutiny for allegedly misleading consumers with claims regarding the recyclability and recycled content of their single-use plastic bottles. Legal complaints filed with the European Commission by the European Consumer Organisation (BEUC), supported by environmental advocacy groups ClientEarth and Environmental Coalition on Standards (ECOS), assert that the companies’ assertions…
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Revolutionizing Gold Recovery: Scientists Harness Cheese Protein to Salvage Gold from E-Waste
Researchers have pioneered an innovative method for extracting gold from electronic waste, presenting a breakthrough that could yield significant returns. Utilizing protein sponges derived from the cheesemaking process, scientists have developed a sustainable and economically viable approach to recover precious metals from discarded electronic devices. In their study, scientists demonstrated the remarkable efficacy of this…