After 15min investigations into illegal landfills – million-euro fines, trials, changed laws, and losing environment protectors' jobs
This investigation reveals the existence of a shadow waste disposal system in Lithuania that operates alongside official infrastructure, involving illegal waste carriers and intermediaries.
After 15min investigations into illegal landfills - millions in fines, courts, amended laws, and lost jobs for environmentalists
Investigations reveal a shadowy waste disposal system in Lithuania involving illegal operators who dump waste in nature, leading to significant penalties and reforms.
Public Prosecutor's Office recommends inspection of landfills and waste management in Amazonas
The Amazonas Public Prosecutor's Office has recommended increased oversight on solid waste management across all municipalities in Amazonas state.
Plzeň is canceling textile containers. Hopefully, the clothing won't end up in trash bins, charity hopes
Plzeň is removing textile collection containers, raising concerns about where donated clothing will go, with charities hoping they won’t end up in landfills.
Worms in the Head program diverts 900 tons of waste from the landfill
The Minhoca na Cabeça program in Florianópolis has successfully diverted nearly 996 tons of organic waste from landfills each year through promoting home composting and environmental education.
1.5 tons of live tilapia valued at R$ 15,000 discarded in landfills after seizure
A large seizure of live tilapia in Brazil resulted in the fish being discarded in a landfill after the cargo was found in a truck containing hazardous materials.
Europe – Almost on a Ticking Bomb: The Situation is Not Encouraging in Lithuania
Lithuania faces serious threats from landfills situated in flood-prone areas, impacting drinking water and protected territories, as reported by a comprehensive landfill map.