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Starbucks speeds up its efforts to eliminate single-use plastics

Coffee chain Starbucks has announced that it’s moving away from single-use plastics and piloting a reusable cup scheme.  The company,…

4 years ago

EU requires integrated implementation of rules to truly become a single market

According to a new report by the European Commission, more work still needs to be done to ensure that the…

5 years ago

Reducing vehicle emissions could reduce air pollution-related deaths

Numerous reports have recently highlighted the health risks of air pollution, including a recent study by the WHO which shows…

5 years ago

Toyota announces $35 billion investment for electric vehicles

At the international climate talks in Glasgow last month, six major automakers and 30 national governments pledged to start phasing…

5 years ago

World leaders announce pledge to cut methane emissions

With the COP26 summit underway, EU  Commission chief Ursula von der Leyen and US President Joe Biden have announced a…

5 years ago

Report shows greenhouse gas levels have hit a record high

In the run-up to the climate talks in Glasgow, a recent report by the United Nations shows that greenhouse gas…

5 years ago

Was the switch to E10 eco-petrol to blame for the UK’s fuel crisis?

Now that the UK’s fuel crisis is nearly at an end, consumers and retailers are beginning to ask what caused…

5 years ago

Researchers find high levels of microplastics in babies

Microplastics are tiny pieces of plastic found in a variety of industries, including biotechnology, cosmetics, agricultural fertilizers, and washing products.…

5 years ago

Air pollution could increase the risk of pregnancy complications

It’s estimated that air pollution causes seven million deaths globally each year. According to WHO data, most people live in…

5 years ago

Report shows that 20 companies produce 55% of plastic globally

The environmental impacts of plastic have been a concern for many years. Plastic bottles, packaging, and bags are among the…

5 years ago