Big brands are "failing to curb plastic sachet use"
Small plastic sachets commonly used in low- and middle-income countries must be phased out and packaging reuse systems promoted, urge campaigners and waste pickers, as new analysis reveals major corporations have failed to curb their use......»»
Apple set to be first Big Tech group to face charges under EU digital law
Brussels to announce iPhone maker is failing to open up its App Store to competition. Enlarge (credit: Getty Images | NurPhoto) Brussels is set to charge Apple over allegedly stifling competition on its mobile app store,.....»»
Rent assistance is insufficient in expensive rental market, finds Australian report
Governments are failing to provide a secure alternative for households unable to access social housing, new research suggests......»»
Jeep, Ford top survey of most patriotic brands
Jeep has been No. 1 in the annual survey every year since it started in 2002, while Ford repeated as No. 2 for the second year in a row......»»
DEAL: Get the Nokia T10 Tablet with up to 20% Off!
It's going for much less at the moment. The post DEAL: Get the Nokia T10 Tablet with up to 20% Off! appeared first on Phandroid. While the premium tablet market is dominated by brands like Samsung and Apple, there are still a lot of bang-f.....»»
Synthetic leather made from recyclable and bio-based PBS
A new type of pure synthetic leather meets the high requirements of the European Ecodesign Regulation. Made from a bio-based plastic, it is biodegradable and meets the requirements for a closed recycling process......»»
Best projector deals: Replace your TV with a big screen from $66
Elevate your home theater setup by buying from these projector deals, which include affordable options and premium models from brands like Epson and Samsung......»»
How to fully restore a 10th generation Mac mini to like-new condition
Refurbishing the last of the plastic body Mac minis is pretty easy — once you know a few tricks. Here's how to get that 15-year old computer up and running again, and faster to boot.10th generation Mac mini 2.26GHz.We've covered how to keep ancient.....»»
Working together on the plastic problem: How to keep citizens engaged?
What motivates citizens to participate in a citizen science project on plastic pollution? And does that motivation change over time? Liselotte Rambonnet tried to answer these and other questions with her research on the Clean Rivers ("Schone Rivieren.....»»
Meet the "new consumer": How shopper behavior is changing in a post-inflation world
After a long anticipated wait, the Bank of Canada has finally decided to cut interest rates by 25 basis points. The decision marks a departure from the series of interest rate hikes that were previously implemented to curb inflation......»»
Engineering enzymes to break down microplastics in sewage and wastewater
There are over 5 billion tons of plastic waste accumulated across the planet, much of which are microplastics that may harm human health and pose a long-term threat to agricultural productivity and food security. The gargantuan task of cleaning up th.....»»
Minimum pricing for alcohol helped curb demand during COVID lockdown, finds UK study
Minimum pricing can be very effective in reducing demand for cheap high-strength alcohol amid concerns about affordability fueling problematic drinking, according to a study on the impact of the measure during the COVID lockdown......»»
Ineos launches Arcane Works bespoke program
Ineos Automotive, like some of the industry's most exclusive and exotic brands, plans to offer bespoke vehicles......»»
Sustainable plastics are not a solution, researchers warn
With hundreds of millions of tons of plastic produced and used on a yearly basis, it's no surprise that people are looking for alternatives. Yet so-called "sustainable plastics" are not a silver bullet, warn researchers Sara Gonella and Vincent de Go.....»»
Australia"s "learning by doing" approach to managing large mines is failing the environment
High-profile legal disputes, such as the current case between coal giant Adani and the Queensland government, show Australia's approach to managing large mining projects is flawed......»»
Big brands disproportionately responsible for plastic pollution on small islands, finds study
A new study has found that 72% of items washing up on the shores of small remote, protected islands, are manufactured by major brands Danone and Coca-Cola Company, causing untold pollution to the area......»»
Best Sonos deals: Save $341 on speakers, soundbars and more
Right now you can save big on one of the best brands in the audio business with the the best Sonos deals on soundbars, Bluetooth speakers, and more......»»
Satellite mapping reveals a global bloom in greenhouse cultivation
We have long become accustomed to enjoying tomatoes, cucumbers, berries and melons year-round. In Europe, most of these imports come from Spain, where millions of tons of fruit and vegetables are grown under seas of white plastic that span the southe.....»»
Study identifies fungus that breaks down ocean plastic
A fungus living in the sea can break down the plastic polyethylene, provided it has first been exposed to UV radiation from sunlight. Researchers from, among others, NIOZ published their results in the journal Science of the Total Environment. They e.....»»
The GameSir Kaleid is a Snazzy-looking Xbox Controller
It combines looks and functionality. The post The GameSir Kaleid is a Snazzy-looking Xbox Controller appeared first on Phandroid. When it comes to Xbox peripherals, there are a ton of different brands and gear to choose from, and for folks.....»»
Biologists find nanoplastics in developing chicken heart
Nanoplastics can accumulate in developing hearts, according to a study published in Environment International by biologist Meiru Wang from Leiden University. Her research on chicken embryos sheds new light on how these tiny plastic particles pose a t.....»»