Similar Posts
Glasgow recognised on Global Destination Sustainability Index
A SCOTTISH city has been recognised as one of the world’s top five cities for its commitment to sustainable business tourism.
Food Sustainability Index
The Food Sustainability Index (FSI), developed by Economist Impact with the support of the Barilla Center for Food & Nutrition Foundation (BCFN), measures the sustainability of food systems in 78 countries around three key issues outlined in the 2015 BCFN Milan Protocol and designed around the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): food loss and waste; Sustainable agriculture; and nutritional challenges. The Index looks at policies and outcomes around sustainable food systems and diets through a series of key performance indicators (KPIs) that consider environmental, social and economic sustainability.
Republic Services Cleans Up Plastics Recycling Myths for Earth Day
To mark Earth Day, Republic Services, Inc. is sharing myth-busting plastics recycling tips to help consumers be better recyclers. Demand is growing for recycled plastic to use in consumer packaging, so it’s especially important that plastic bottles, jugs and containers make their way into the recycling bin. “Republic Services is committed to helping our customers put sustainability in action. We know people want to recycle, but there are a lot of misconceptions around recycling plastics. This Earth Day we want to clear those up,” said Pete Keller, vice president of recycling and sustainability. “By recycling, you can help turn your plastic water bottle into another water bottle. Recycling helps preserve natural resources, reduces emissions and contributes to a more sustainable world.”
Commentary: 4 Ways To Reduce Plastics And Other Single-Use Disposables In Your Kitchen | Bay Area Bites | KQED Food
From sandwich bags to paper towels, food prep and storage is rife with products destined for the landfill.Here’s how one food writer cut back on waste wit…
It is time to act on decent work for all e-waste workers
Representatives of governments, employers and workers from around the world gathered at the ILO in Geneva, Switzerland, to discuss current and emerging issues related to the promotion of decent work in the management of e-waste. …
Údarás na Gaeltachta approve over €1.4m in COVID-19 support
Údarás na Gaeltachta has approved over €1.4m in vital COVID-19 supports for Gaeltacht companies over the past few months.