How Can You Go Plastic-Free On A Budget? We Share Some Tips! 👛
Going Plastic-Free On A Budget 👛: Are you looking for an eco-friendly way to live without breaking the bank? Then, you’re in the right place! Going plastic-free can be a daunting challenge because single-use plastic products are so prevalent in our everyday lives. However, if we want to protect our planet and future generations, meaningful change must start now. That’s why we’ve put together this list of tips on going…
Cigarette Butt Recycling 🚬
Cigarette Butt Recycling 🚬: At Waster, we always encourage customers to start their waste management and recycling journey by doing the easy stuff first, such as cardboard and commingled recycling. However, many clients ask us about trickier niche recycling areas like cigarette butt recycling. Is it available in Australia? Or better yet, can you even recycle cigarette filters? Whilst cigarette butt waste is very small by volume – it is…
Queensland Bans Solar Panel Dumping In Landfill Under New Recycling Program ☀️
Solar Panels Queensland ☀️: The Queensland State Government has recently announced a new initiative to encourage responsible recycling and reusing solar panel materials. Under this new Queensland program, it has become illegal to dispose of solar panels in landfills. This move is geared towards helping the environment by creating a more sustainable energy system whilst also conserving limited resources that can be used for other purposes. In addition, this is…
Effects Of Microbeads On The Environment: Worldwide Impact And Damage! 🗑️
Effects Of Microbeads On The Environment 🗑️: Whoever says “what you do not know cannot hurt you” is about to be blown off of their seat! An increasing number of studies demonstrated evidence of harmful effects caused by everyday products such as toothpaste and facial wash. So, read up to know more. Plastic pollution is an issue many of us are now highly aware of. Plastic and its by-products, such…
What You Should Know About Global Plastic Waste Trade 🌏
Global Plastic Waste Trade 🌏: With our ever-growing dependence on single-use consumer products, plastic waste has long become a global issue. For most countries, this issue goes beyond environmental concerns; it is also an economic one. Every year, significant amounts of plastic are shipped around the world for recycling and disposal – with some leading to illegal dumping in other nations or even being mismanaged domestically. As we explore ongoing…
Bali’s Beaches Are Riddled With Pollution – Here’s Why 🏖️
Bali Beach Pollution 🏖️: Bali is well-known for its stunning beaches and crystal clear waters, but not a lot of people know that it has become increasingly polluted in recent years, especially with the Indonesian island opening borders post-COVID. With tourists flocking to this Indonesian paradise by the thousands daily, Bali constantly faces a huge environmental crisis, and we will talk about why in this blog. Let’s take a closer…
Could We Convert Plastic Waste Into Fuel Source? ⛽
Converting Plastic Waste To Fuel ⛽: In recent years, and with the increase in plastic waste around the world, people have begun to think seriously about how to reduce it. What if there was a better solution than simply landfilling it? What if we could use all this plastic waste not just for reducing its negative impact on our environment but also as a potential source of fuel? In this…
Tilos Greece News: Have You Heard About The First Zero Waste Island? ♻️
Tilos Greece News ♻️: Have you ever heard or read about a place that produces no waste? No? Then this news might boggle your mind! It may sound like a pipe dream to some, but the remote Greek island of Tilos actually had an ambitious goal that they’ve reportedly already achieved: to produce zero waste. This small Aegean island in Greece aimed and achieved a recent, incredible feat — becoming…
House Built From Rubbish: Is Waste Acceptable As A Building Material? 🏡
House Built From Rubbish 🏡: What if we start creating our homes mainly using recycled plastic? Innovators proved that it’s already possible, but will it be sustainable in the future? Or, are there any dangers involved? A couple of years ago, the concept of recycling was taken to a crazy whole new level. That is, amazingly, the thinking that born the Waste House located at the University of Brighton. I,…
Using Coffee Waste Energy As Fuel ☕⛽
Coffee Waste Energy ☕⛽: A good cuppa always makes my day. Without coffee, I wouldn’t even think about functioning as a normal person in society. It is my fuel to last the day, indeed. Truth be told, I may have enjoyed a tad bit too much indulging and feeding my coffee addiction, but that’s just me. That said, what if coffee became fuel not just for humans, but also for…
