Tag: plastic

Commonwealth Nations Call for Ambitious Global Plastics Treaty

Commonwealth Desk Piumi Fernando - November 26, 2024

Plastic pollution has become a global crisis, with over 12 million tonnes of plastic entering the oceans annually. The...

UK to ban wet wipes with plastic

Europe S De Silva - April 26, 2024

Europe, UK (Commonwealth Union) – Following overwhelming public support during a recent consultation, the UK will implement a ban...

Plastic alternative worsens global warming

Commonwealth Science & Tech S De Silva - April 18, 2024

Science & Technology, UK (Commonwealth Union) – The Earth's atmosphere is a delicate balance of various gases, which play...

Advancement of 3D printers

Commonwealth Science & Tech S De Silva - April 10, 2024

Science & Technology (Commonwealth Union) – As 3D printing becomes more and more significant a key drawback remains: many...

Breakthrough in Plastic alternative!

Commonwealth Science & Tech Hafsah Zuhar - February 16, 2024

The formation process behind a possible plastic substitute is a little technical, maybe even “compleximer.” That’s what Sophie van Lange, a doctoral applicant...

Solution to Pollution – A Walk Towards Plastic Sustainability

Agriculture and Climate Change Prathibhani Senadasa - February 15, 2024

Plastic is everywhere. From the playrooms to our kitchens, this convenience comes at a cost: our planet is drowning...

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The Fight Against Plastic Pollution Intensifies with Global Initiatives

Agriculture and Climate Change Upeksha Jayalath - January 18, 2024

In the face of escalating environmental concerns, the battle against plastic pollution has become a global priority. With the...

‘Widespread’ of Plastics in Food

Environment Upeksha Jayalath - January 5, 2024

Consumer Reports, a prominent non-profit consumer group, has unveiled alarming revelations about the persistent presence of plastics in food...

A grim outcome for the Canadian plastic ban

Canada and Caribbean Hafsah Zuhar - November 21, 2023

According towitnessesa court decision that quashed the legal foundations of Canada's plastic regulations might not spell the end of the government's...

Five things you should know about Plastic Credits! Should Achieving Neutrality be Our Goal?

News Upeksha Jayalath - November 16, 2023

We are currently facing a significant plastic crisis, with approximately 390 million tonnes of plastic waste generated each year,...

The Plastic Pollution Predicament: Solutions for…

News Upeksha Jayalath - November 6, 2023

Plastic pollution has reached alarming proportions, presenting a severe threat to our oceans and marine ecosystems. The detrimental impact...

Sri Lanka’s Inaugural Women-Led Plastic… Network

Agriculture and Climate Change Upeksha Jayalath - October 31, 2023

In a groundbreaking and transformative collaboration, the United States, under the auspices of the U.S. Agency for International Development...

Scientists find new way to change plastics into liquids capable of storing hydrogen energy

Commonwealth Science & Tech S De Silva - September 19, 2023

Singapore (Commonwealth Union) – Researchers at Nanyang Technological University, Singapore (NTU Singapore), have pioneered an innovative process capable of...

Recycled paper, not plastic, at…

Commonwealth Maritime and Trade Wasana Nadeeshani - August 31, 2023

(Commonwealth) _ In an era where sustainability is paramount, Nuremberg LogisticCity is taking a resolute step towards environmental responsibility....

Switzerland Leads the Way to…

Agriculture and Climate Change Upeksha Jayalath - August 7, 2023

In recent years, the global push for more sustainable and eco-friendly alternatives has led to a surge in innovation...

Can July be free of Plastic?

Global S De Silva - July 3, 2023

Global (Commonwealth Union) – Plastic pollution has become one of the most pressing atmospheric issues of our time. The...