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UK Bin Shake-Up: Weekly Food Waste, Fortnightly Rubbish

Millions of households across England face a major overhaul to their bin collection schedules, with new government rules enforcing weekly food waste collections but potentially reducing general waste pickups to fortnightly.

Ocado to Eliminate All Plastic Bags by 2024

In a major sustainability move, online supermarket Ocado has announced it will eliminate all plastic bags from its deliveries by the end of 2024, responding to growing consumer demand for eco-friendly shopping.

Victoria's 'Licence to Burn' Waste Plan Sparks Fury

Victoria is radically overhauling its waste management system, fast-tracking energy-from-waste facilities. Critics warn this 'incineration revolution' risks creating a 'licence to burn' culture, undermining recycling and public health. Explore the high-st

UK considers ban on single-use vapes

The UK government considers banning disposable vapes due to environmental concerns, as millions are discarded improperly each week.

Plastic pollution treaty talks end in failure

International negotiations for a landmark treaty to tackle plastic pollution have collapsed, leaving environmentalists frustrated as nations fail to reach consensus.

Tech expert reveals shocking truth about old iPhones

A tech specialist has uncovered the hidden journey of discarded iPhones, revealing surprising environmental and security risks. Find out what happens to your old device and how to protect yourself.

Dad's recycling fail: Headfirst into hedge!

A father's eco-friendly efforts took a comical turn when he tumbled headfirst into a hedge while recycling. The viral moment has left the internet in stitches.

Dutch shops pay cash for plastic waste returns

The Netherlands introduces an innovative scheme where shoppers can return plastic waste to stores in exchange for cash, aiming to boost recycling rates and reduce environmental pollution.

UK Dump Transformed into Oasis with Peacocks

Discover how an unconventional waste site in the UK transformed into a haven of tranquillity, organisation, and even peacocks, defying expectations and inspiring visitors.

Smart milk tags boost UK recycling efforts

Major UK supermarkets are rolling out innovative milk bottle tags to help consumers recycle more effectively. Learn how this small change could make a big environmental impact.

M&S adds UV tags to fight recycling fraud

Marks & Spencer has launched UV-readable tags on clothing to ensure items donated for recycling are genuine, tackling fraud in the second-hand market.

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