Many measures have been initiated to reduce plastic pollution in Norway. Only a few of them will lead to extensive change and cleanup, a new study shows. Chemists at the University of Copenhagen have ...

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Thailand discovered 284 tonnes of electronic waste illegally sent by the United States in 12 containers and is preparing to return it to the country of origin. More containers are being inspected, and ...

Discover seven innovative cleantech startups in India working on battery recycling, sustainable packaging, air purification, water restoration and biofuels to build a cleaner future.