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EU Export Policies: Double Standards on Toxic...

Introduction The European Union's export policies in 2025 reveal a...

Effects of Continental Glacier Melt on Arctic Coastal Carbon...

Introduction The Arctic is undergoing rapid transformation due to climate...

Recycling & Circular Economy

Is the Definitive Recovery of Lake Ypacaraí a Realistic Goal or Empty Promise?

Introduction Lake Ypacaraí, Paraguay's most iconic inland water body, has long been a source of drinking water, irrigation, and recreation, supporting up to 79 species of fish and various mammals . However, rapid urbanization and pollution have led to severe eutrophication, with studies showing rising phosphorus levels and declining water transparency . The Inter-American Development Bank (IDB) approved a $154...

Plastic Reboot: Can Circular Solutions Truly End Plastic Pollution?

Introduction The plastic pollution crisis has escalated into a planetary emergency, with over 430 million tonnes produced annually, much of it destined for landfills, oceans, or microplastic dispersal . According to the UNEP's 2023 annual report, a circular economy roadmap could reduce pollution by 80% by 2040 through strategies like reducing production, promoting reuse, and enhancing recycling . However, as...

MegaFiltros Program: Genuine Innovation or Greenwashing in Latin America’s Water Crisis?

Introduction The MegaFiltros Program emerged in 2025 as a collaborative effort between Latin American governments, notably Ecuador's under President Daniel Noboa, and multinational corporations to install large-scale water filtration systems...

HEPCA’s Beach Cleanup in Marsa Alam: Genuine Conservation or Tourism Greenwashing?

Introduction Founded in 1992, HEPCA has evolved into a key player in Red Sea conservation, with beach cleanups in Marsa Alam forming a cornerstone of its efforts to combat plastic...

Sungai Watch: Genuine Solution or Temporary Fix to Indonesia’s Plastic River Crisis?

Introduction Sungai Watch began as a response to Bali's polluted waterways, evolving into a nationwide effort against plastic pollution. By installing floating barriers made from upcycled materials, the organization prevents...

KodBlue2025: Genuine Push for Ocean Restoration or Corporate Greenwashing?

Introduction KodBlue2025, often stylized as "Kod Blue," emerges as a targeted response to ocean degradation, primarily through Reef Check Malaysia's involvement in the International Coastal Cleanup (ICC), a 40-year global...

Can Planting 11 Million Trees Truly Revive Timor’s Coffee Forests – Or Is It Masking Deeper Exploitation?

Introduction Timor-Leste's coffee sector, supporting 37.5% of households with yields at just 20% of the global average, faces chronic challenges from deforestation and low productivity . Enter the 11 Million...

China’s Thermoacoustic Heat Pump: Sound Waves Set to Decarbonize Industrial Heat?

Introduction The CAS prototype marks a leap in thermoacoustic technology, harnessing acoustic waves in a resonator filled with helium to drive a Stirling cycle . Recent announcements highlight outputs exceeding...

Plastic Loop Pilot Project: Recycling Innovations and Systemic Challenges in 2025

Introduction The Plastic Loop Pilot Project, encompassing initiatives like Loop Industries' Infinite Loop™ and European automotive pilots, aims to close the recycling loop for plastics in sectors from packaging to...

The Carbon Footprint of Electric Bikes: Environmental Impacts and Sustainable Pathways

Introduction Electric bikes have rapidly gained traction as eco-friendly urban transport, with sales in Europe hitting 4.5 million units in 2020 and projections for 55% market share by 2030 ....

Enzyme-Based PET Recycling: NGO Perspectives on Environmental Impacts and Solutions

Introduction The global plastic crisis has reached critical levels, with PET playing a major role in environmental degradation. According to WWF initiatives, over 400 million tons of plastic waste are...

Enzyme-Based PET Recycling: Advancements, Challenges, and NGO Perspectives in 2025

Enzyme-based PET recycling leverages biocatalysts, such as engineered PETase enzymes, to depolymerize PET into its core monomers—ethylene glycol and terephthalic acid—for reuse in new products. This approach stands out...

Enzymatic PET Recycling: Breakthroughs Revolutionizing Plastic Waste Management in 2025

Enzymatic recycling of PET represents a pivotal shift in addressing the global plastic crisis. Unlike mechanical recycling, which degrades material quality and is limited to clear, uncontaminated waste, enzymatic...

Enzyme-Based PET Recycling: Advancements, Challenges, and Prospects

Enzyme-based PET recycling represents a paradigm shift in addressing the global plastic crisis. Unlike mechanical recycling, which is limited to clear, clean PET and often results in downcycled products,...