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The Ahmedabad Municipal Corporation has introduced new rules requiring all households and commercial units to separate waste into four categories starting immediately.

12 maggio 2026 Riportato dall'IA

American households now hold an average of 24 electronic devices, contributing to record global e-waste levels.

Single-use alkaline batteries, common in households for devices like remote controls and flashlights, can be disposed of in trash in most states but recycling options exist despite economic challenges. While modern batteries lack mercury and are non-hazardous, states like California ban their landfill disposal. Upcoming extended producer responsibility laws aim to make recycling free and accessible.

02 marzo 2026 Riportato dall'IA

ThisDayLive features an article on addressing bottlenecks at dump sites in Lagos.

Earth911 has released an inspirational message emphasizing that waste begins and ends with people. The post encourages practices like precycling, reducing purchases, and responsible disposal to protect the planet. It references author Jared Diamond's view on human choices being counter-evolutionary.

05 febbraio 2026 Riportato dall'IA

The combined contracts for environmental and sanitary services in 16 Metro Manila cities rose from P8.2 billion in 2023 to P8.5 billion in 2024, according to financial statements submitted to the Commission on Audit. Ten cities reported higher expenses, while five saw declines, influenced by the transfer of barangays from Makati to Taguig.