A Global Treaty to End Plastic Pollution is Underway
During the fifth UN Environment Assembly in March 2022, 175 nations adopted a resolution to end plastic pollution by 2024.... Read more
Chemicals and Waste
Food Waste in Southeast Asia
As food waste is the major waste contributor in Southeast Asia, what are the impacts and how to reduce it?... Read more
The FARM Programme Aims to Help Reduce Pesticides and Plastic Usage in Agriculture
The FARM Programme aims to help farmers reduce pesticides and plastic usage and transition to organic agricultural practices.... Read more
Better Infrastructure and Systems Needed for Textile Recycling
As the majority of our fashion waste still goes to landfills, better infrastructure and systems are needed to support textile recycling.... Read more
Forgotten Victim: The Environmental Cost of Armed Conflicts
Conflicts impact people, peace, prosperity, and the planet. What is the extent of the environmental cost of armed conflicts?... Read more
Waste Upcycling: Ocean Sole Turns Discarded Flip-Flops into Artwork
Turning used flip-flops into sculptures is an eye-catching way to reduce trash and contribute to the local economy by giving local craftspeople a livelihood.... Read more
Emergence of Sustainability Regulations in the Fashion Industry
As the world changes its course towards sustainability, sustainability regulations in the fashion industry emerge.... Read more
An Interview with Ingrid C.W. Aurelia, Head of Corporate Communication and Sustainability at Meratus
An Interview with Ingrid C.W. Aurelia, Head of Corporate Communication and Sustainability at Meratus
“In our sustainability journey at Meratus, launched in 2022, commitment has been the driving force behind our initiatives. For those embarking on this path, particularly companies in the early stages of sustainability, creating a clear sustainability roadmap is crucial.”... Read more
An Interview with Tanah Sullivan, Head of Sustainability at GoTo
“I've come to appreciate that progress in sustainability is not always linear; it involves navigating complexities and adapting to unforeseen challenges. Building a strong foundation is essential, emphasizing the need for comprehensive frameworks and strategies that can withstand fluctuations.”... Read more
An Interview with Ulrike Sapiro, Chief Sustainability Officer at Henkel
Sustainability is a highly complex matter, it’s highly dynamic – and what is sustainable is not as clear as black or white. This means that we constantly have to make trade-offs.... Read more