Nano Morante’s social enterprise, Plastic People is reshaping the narrative on plastic in Southeast Asia by putting design and community at the heart of his solution to the waste problem in Vietnam.
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Joan Marc Simon of Zero Waste Europe sheds light on an uncomfortable truth: recycling, on its own, is not the magic bullet for the global plastic waste crisis. Is the Global Plastics Treaty being set up to fail?
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Through 3.8 billion years of research and development, nature has mastered efficiency and design. As we tackle our plastic challenges, we’re drawing inspiration from its wisdom. Dive in to discover how nature-inspired innovations are reshaping the world of PET plastics.
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There are compelling reasons for centering female voices in environmental strategies and waste management. Dive into a transformative journey where the principles of biomimicry and women’s unique perspectives converge, heralding a brighter, more sustainable future for our planet.
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Discover how Rodrigo Eidy Uemura’s “Litro de Luz” turns plastic waste into a beacon of hope. Dive in for insights that’ll ignite your green entrepreneurial journey!
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Facing a global waste challenge, Mr. Green Africa stands at the forefront. Keiran Smith’s innovative leadership in Africa promises not just a solution to today’s crisis but a blueprint for tomorrow’s circular economies. Delve into their pioneering path.
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Circulate Initiative’s data-driven approach has shifted perspectives on plastics. Leveraging tools like the Plastic Circularity Investment Tracker, it is highlighting untapped investment opportunities, positioning plastic as an important ally in addressing global challenges. Research director Umesh Madhavan outlines its transformative approach.
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Insight into the inspirational vision of Rodrigo Eidy Uemura, president of Litro de Luz, and his enlightening mission to give PET bottles a second life and bring light to the darkest corners of Brazil.
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Navigating the world with autism, Reiten Cheng reimagines plastic’s potential, transforming waste into wonder. Discover how this visionary inventor’s creation, Polyformer, challenges convention and paves the way for sustainable innovation.
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Redefining Africa’s plastic narrative, Mr. Green Africa is more than recycling; it’s a transformative tale that unites two entirely different worldviews. Discover how Keiran Smith’s innovative approach is changing the waste management game in Kenya.
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