Recycling
Cyprus to invest in Green Kiosks
Cyprus marked a significant step forward in its environmental efforts on Tuesday with the signing of a contract for the supply and installation of 50 prefabricated Green Kiosks to serve as recycling pickup points in mountainous and remote regions.
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Henkel reduces CO2 emissions in production by 60 percent
Henkel reduced its overall CO2 emissions in production by 61 percent per metric ton of product compared to the base year 2010, the company has said in a statement.
It increased the proportion of electricity purchased from renewable sources to 89 percent, while 14 further sites were converted to carbon-neutral production in 2023.
Türkiye nears completion of Deposit Management System
Preparations for the Deposit Management System (DYS), a key component of the Zero Waste Project championed by first lady Emine Erdoğan, have neared completion.
The system, aimed at reducing waste and promoting resource efficiency, is now in the pilot phase nationwide.
10 Most eco-friendly Greek islands today
Discover the islands that are going green with initiatives like awareness raising, solar parks, recycling, electric cars and plastic bans
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Fashion recycling falls short in saving the planet
In H&M's flagship Paris store it is hard to find clothes that do not claim to be made from "recycled materials."
Last year, 79 percent of the polyester in its collections came from recycled materials, and next year it wants it all to be recycled.
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105 tons of paper recycled through Zero Waste Project in parliament
Within the scope of the Zero Waste Project aiming at reducing Türkiye's waste burden, 105 tons of paper and cardboard were recycled in the parliament in 2023, officals have informed.
The project, which is carried out under the auspices of first lady Emine Erdoğan has been meticulously implemented by the parliament since 2018.
Fire breaks out in scrap metal recycling yard in Thessaloniki
A fire broke out under undetermined conditions at a scrap metal recycling yard in Diavata near the northern port city of Thessaloniki on Wednesday.
Successive explosions are allegedly taking place, while fragments are reportedly being propelled into the surrounding area.
Firefighting forces have been dispatched to the scene, and traffic regulations have been implemented.
Corfu landfill stalled, again
Waste management on Corfu is at a dead end again after the tender for the construction of a processing plant and landfill was canceled for a third time. As a result, the three municipalities of the island and neighboring Paxos will continue to send their waste to Ioannina and Vonitsa on the mainland, with the cost of transportation and disposal exceeding €14 million annually.
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The world’s biggest jeweler now only sources recycled metals
Pandora, known for its affordable sterling-silver charm bracelets, is the world's largest jewelry company by volume: The Danish chain sells more than 100 million pieces annually. This week, it announced that it is now sourcing only 100% recycled silver and gold for its collections.
Cash-strapped municipalities to hike fees
Many of Attica's new municipal authorities are reportedly planning significant hikes in municipal fees in order to manage and balance their budgets.
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