What You Need to Know About the New Waste Bag Charging Scheme in HK
Hong Kong’s waste charging scheme is set to begin on Apr. 1, 2024 to help curb waste production. Here is all you need to know about the MSW Charging Scheme.
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Yi Design’s Porous Brick Tackles Urban Flooding and Ceramic Waste
Chinese materials company Yi Design has developed a porous brick made from recycled ceramic waste, offering a sustainable solution to prevent urban flooding.
Phase-One Ban on Single-Use Plastics at Restaurants to be Delayed: Report
A spokeswoman for the Environment and Ecology Bureau said phase one would be rolled out to the second quarter of next year to make way for the six-month preparation period after the passage of the bill.
Macau Bans Seafood From Japan as Fukushima Wastewater Released Into Ocean
Macau banned all types of aquatic products from Japan as the latter began releasing contaminated water from Fukushima nuclear plant into the ocean on Aug. 24.
The Chedi Resorts Pioneer Luxury and Sustainability for Purposeful Travel
Discover how The Chedi resorts blend luxury and sustainability for a more meaningful travel experience, as they commit to reducing their ecological footprint.
DSPA Adds More ‘Eco-friendly FUN Recycling Station’ in Nova City
The Environmental Protection Bureau announced in a press release that they’ve set up a new “environment-friendly FUN clean recycling station” in Nova City.
Violators Who Dump Waste in Waterways Will Pay Up to THB10,000 Fine, BMA Says
The Bangkok Metropolitan Administration (BMA) is urging locals not to throw any trash in the waterways, or they will have to pay hefty fines.
Electronic Waste: What and Where to Recycle in Singapore
In a single year, Singaporeans generate around 60,000 tonnes of electronic waste. That's about 70 phones for every person in the city-state.