Sweden wants to give tax breaks for fixing things instead of throwing them away
Sweden is planning to introduce tax breaks and deductions to those who repair objects and appliances rather than throwing them away. A great example of circular economy.
Recycling, Milan is one of the best cities in Europe for garbage disposal
Milan has something to teach other European cities, so much so that it has drawn the attention of New York’s administration. The Italian city is only behind Vienna in terms of efficiency in waste recycling.
What is the circular economy, a cycle back to nature and roots
The circular economy is a holistic economic model that embraces sustainability and a systemic approach, resulting in a new way of designing and using products and services.
What’s wrong with the E-waste trade in the USA
The US is the only developed nation still exporting high volumes of its toxic E-waste to developing countries. A money-saving practice with a high cost for the environment.
This beer packaging is edible and helps save marine wildlife
A small craft beer company came up with a brilliant idea and started producing 100% biodegradable and edible six-pack rings. To protect marine animals.
Belgium’s Repair Cafés. Where you can recycle your favourite objects while making new friends
Why throw away things that could be brought back to life? Repair Cafés teach how to value what you have, whilst giving you a chance to meet your neighbours.
M.I.A. releases a new video for the World Recycle Week
In order to raise awareness on recycling old clothes, M.I.A. joins H&M’s campaign World Recycle Week with her new song and video ‘Rewear It’.
Buying and selling second-hand objects: a Swedish study shows how it is good for the environment
A Swedish study determines how much money can be saved by buying and selling secondhand objects in some online platforms. While it’s obvious that secondhand trade is good to save money and for the environment, environmental savings have not been assessed yet.
How to save space and reduce waste in your kitchen
In order to take advantage of the available surface area in your kitchen and reduce waste, you need to organise it wisely. Mostly by recycling old objects.
Epson presents the first office machine to recycle paper
PaperLab, realised by Epson, promises to change the way paper is recycled, at least in big offices.