Urgent action needed to address hazardous waste crisis in PHL

The proper disposal and recycling of hazardous waste is a critical environmental issue that requires urgent attention from the government. The Federation of Philippine Industries (FPI) has rightly called on the Department of Environment and Natural Resources (DENR) to implement the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) scheme to include used lead acid batteries (ULABs) and other hazardous waste.

Will the World Be Polluted by Heavy Metals from EV Batteries?

thecekodok.com - 04/Nov 12:12

As electric vehicles (EVs) rise in popularity as a solution to air pollution and the reduction of carbon emissions, a less-discussed issue is...

Vodacom partners with Circular Energy to reduce e-waste

it-online.co.za - 06/Nov 08:14

As technology proliferates today’s society, e-waste has become one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world – and South Africa is no...

Blast furnace slag and fly ash create low-cost cement alternative

techxplore.com - 06/Nov 20:28

China's waste incineration industry has grown rapidly, with about 90% of projects using the mechanical grate furnace process. However, municipal solid...

Beyond the Headlines - Quinte Waste Solutions battery collection

inquinte.ca - 28/Oct 17:24

I would like to take a moment to give some public thanks to the great people at Quinte Waste Solutions for bringing back a program that makes it so...

LAWMA Advocates Proper Waste Disposal

echonews.ng - 01/Nov 09:25

By Felix Kuyinu The Lagos State Waste Management Authority, LAWMA, has urged residents in the state to shun improper waste disposal and promote...

5 Ways To Ensure You’re Recycling Properly In Toronto

storeys.com - 07/Nov 21:17

In the wake of a too-warm winter, a truly sweltering summer, and heavy rain days, environmental care has been at the top of everyone’s minds in...

The impact of fraud, waste and abuse on medical scheme members

dailynews.co.za - 25/Oct 23:13

EcoWaste Coalition Detects Hazardous E-Waste Chemicals on Christmas Tree Ornaments

journal.com.ph - 06/Nov 10:59

Quezon City. The toxics watchdog group EcoWaste Coalition has detected hazardous chemicals in plastic balls used to decorate Christmas trees. Often...

PDIC asset disposal initiatives hit P162-M for first half of 2024

journal.com.ph - 07/Nov 13:39

The Philippine Deposit Insurance Corporation (PDIC) generated P162.0 million from the disposal of 151 corporate and closed bank assets for the first...

Abuja Takes Action: FCTA Launches Waste-To-Value Initiative To Promote Recycling, Sustainability

itvradiong.com - 04/Nov 12:21

Abuja Takes Action: FCTA Launches Waste-To-Value Initiative To Promote Recycling, Sustainability Abuja Is Experiencing Rapid Population Growth And...

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