More than 100 million plastic straws, cups and cutlery items will be cut per year by NHS England as it reduces single-use plastic usage from its canteens. Sophie Abitz October 13, 2019 The plan to reduce single-use plastics comes as part of a drive from the health service to reduce waste and....
Panama becomes first Central American nation to ban plastic bags Gian Bianchi July 23, 2019 On the streets of Panama City, signs with the phrase “less bags, more life” reminded passersby that the measure had....
Canada will ban 'harmful' single-use plastics as early as 2021 George Scott June 11, 2019 Justin Trudeau said his government is drawing inspiration from EU in planning ban on water bottles, plastic bags and straws.
Plastic Pollution in Worlds' Oceans Could Have $2.5 Trillion Impact, Study Says Gian Bianchi April 27, 2019 A new study suggests that the plastic pollution problem in the world's oceans is having a startling economic impact –....
India Bans Imports of Waste Plastic to Tackle Environmental Crisis March 09, 2019 Tighter rules come a year after China implemented similar ban, prompting western nations to send rubbish elsewhere.
UK Government Backs Campaign for Recycling Bases in Pakistan February 20, 2019 Scheme will match donations to NGO up to £2m to help reduce ocean plastic pollution.