Councilors defend sustainability and environmental protection in Maceió
Council members in Maceió emphasize the importance of environmental sustainability and proper waste disposal during a municipal session.
Pharmaceutical Compounds in Water: An Invisible Pollution We Can Stop
The article discusses the issue of pharmaceutical compounds contaminating the environment, primarily through wastewater and improper disposal, and highlights recent studies in Lithuania that reveal their presence in various water sources.
Gases in the atmosphere, water pollution: see risks of more than 100 tons of waste collected during Carnival in Rio Branco
Around 120 tons of waste were collected in Rio Branco after the Carnival celebrations, raising environmental concerns regarding its disposal and the potential impacts on air and water quality.
Finland begins final disposal of nuclear waste
Finland will start the final disposal of nuclear waste, becoming the first country in the world to do so later this year.
City Hall investigates irregular disposal of clothing remnants and coffins in Adamantina cemetery
The Adamantina City Hall has launched an investigation into the improper disposal of clothing and coffin remnants at the Cemetery of Saudade.
LAWMA urges traders, residents to use PSP operators
The Lagos Waste Management Authority (LAWMA) has encouraged residents and traders to utilize Private Sector Participant (PSP) operators for waste disposal as part of its environmental sustainability initiatives.
Court convicts 19 for environmental offences in Lagos
Nineteen individuals have been convicted by a Lagos court for various environmental sanitation offenses, including open urination, defecation, and improper waste disposal.
Civil Defense warns about waste disposal in canals and intensifies monitoring in Macapá
The Civil Defense in Macapá is intensifying monitoring and providing guidance to residents regarding waste disposal in canals to prevent flooding during the rainy season.
LAWMA arrests two for indiscriminate refuse disposal
The Lagos Waste Management Authority has arrested two individuals for improper waste disposal at Ikosi–Ketu, Lagos.
Responsible Summer: Participate in the 27th edition of Praia Limpa on the sands of Recife
The 27th edition of Praia Limpa has officially commenced in Recife, promoting responsible waste disposal at local beaches with the distribution of paper bags for waste collection.
Binman says food waste 'won't be collected' if 1 item is spotted inside
A waste collector warns that food waste will not be collected if certain items are found, emphasizing the importance of proper disposal.
Joint action catches irregular disposal of grease and garbage, in Búzios and Arraial
A joint task force uncovered significant illegal disposal of waste in Búzios and Arraial, prompting inspections and corrective measures for proper waste management.
Clean Conscience 2026: Drive-thru raises awareness about correct waste disposal in AC
The Clean Conscience project will conduct a drive-thru event in Acre to promote proper waste disposal and recycling.
R. Žemaitaitis on the waste scandal: 'I can't understand how this is possible'
R. Žemaitaitis expressed his disbelief over waste disposal practices and called on law enforcement to ensure accountability for those responsible.
Man shoots five times at neighbor and flees after argument over garbage disposal
A man fired five shots at his neighbor during a dispute over waste disposal but the neighbor was unharmed and the shooter fled the scene.
Overview of Nuclear Waste Disposal Site Investigation Becomes Key Issue in Kamishihoro Mayoral Election with Three Candidates Running
The upcoming mayoral election in Kamishihoro Village, Japan, revolves around a controversial investigation into a nuclear waste disposal site, with three candidates presenting varied positions on the issue.
Slaughter Waste Left at Recycling Station in Nässjö
A man discovered slaughter waste at a recycling station in Nässjö, leading to an investigation into illegal disposal practices.
Nuclear Waste: A 'Bomb' Deactivated Aiming at the Home of an Engineer from the Bure Burial Project
A bomb intended for the home of an engineer working on a nuclear waste disposal project was deactivated in France, an act claimed by opponents of the project.
The secret patrols of Police and Cleaning impose 111 fines in a month for improperly deposited waste in the capital
Secret patrols in Madrid have issued 111 fines for improper waste disposal in the first month of a new initiative.
Selective electronic waste collection is launched in Manaus to reduce environmental impact
Manaus has launched an electronic waste collection project aimed at recycling and reducing environmental impact through proper disposal of electronic devices.
'Whoever throws trash here is an admitted cuckold': campaign against irregular disposal uses unusual signs in the interior of SP
The Palmital city government has launched a creative campaign featuring humorous signs to discourage illegal dumping and promote proper waste disposal among residents.
Households face £1,000 fine if these items are found in the bin
Household waste contamination could lead to fines of up to £1,000, with many local authorities in the UK enforcing stricter waste disposal regulations.
Students participate in environmental education blitz in Alenquer
Students and environmental agents in Alenquer conducted an educational blitz to raise awareness about proper waste disposal.
Sabesp states that coffin disposal near ETA did not contaminate water in Itararé
The São Paulo Basic Sanitation Company (Sabesp) confirmed that the water quality in Itararé remains safe despite the disposal of coffins near the water treatment station.
The Environmental Protection Committee of the Parliament will investigate Tom Domarkas's connections to the waste disposal case
The Lithuanian Parliament's Environmental Protection Committee is set to examine the involvement of MP Tom Domarkas in a waste disposal scandal, particularly regarding the actions of the minister previously appointed by his party.
Media: 'aušrietis' T. Domarkas questioned in investigation regarding illegally buried hazardous waste
Lithuanian MP T. Domarkas is under investigation for possible environmental damage related to illegal waste disposal linked to his father's property.
Binman settles debate on where to put used cooking oil — not the food waste bin
A TikTok bin collector clarifies that used cooking oil should not be disposed of in food waste bins or poured down the drain, but rather taken to a recycling center.
Man is arrested and car seized for irregular disposal of construction materials in Maceió
A man was arrested and his vehicle was seized for illegally discarding construction waste and other materials in Maceió, Brazil.
VIDEO: Lagos Taskforce arrests 26 miscreants for aiding illegal waste disposal, extortion racket
The Lagos State Environmental Task Force arrested 26 individuals involved in extorting money from those illegally disposing of waste.
Fines for irregular waste disposal total R$ 650 thousand in Teresina; more than 1,500 infractions in 2025
The city of Teresina has imposed over R$ 650,000 in fines for illegal waste disposal, recording 1,557 infractions so far in 2025.
Cameras in Bad Homburg: What Helps Against Trash Offenses
The city of Bad Homburg is using cameras to monitor illegal waste disposal, but finds that they are not sufficient to address the problem.
Marseille: five agents convicted for charging for access to a free waste disposal site
Five former agents in Marseille have been convicted for accepting illegal fees for access to a waste disposal site that was supposed to be free.
America can’t duck and cover from Washington’s nuclear waste disposal failure
The article discusses the challenges of nuclear waste disposal in the context of America's plans to expand its nuclear energy capacity significantly by 2050.
Disposal of açaí pits generates up to 6 tons of waste per day in Belém
The growing consumption of açaí in Belém has led to a significant waste management challenge, with at least 6 tons of açaí pits being discarded daily throughout the city.
I'm a bin man - putting one thing in the bin could leave you with higher council tax
A refuse collector warns that throwing certain items in the bin can lead to explosive hazards and potentially increased council tax due to improper waste disposal.
Lagos seals Ladipo market over environmental violations
The Lagos State Government has sealed the Ladipo Spare Parts Market due to repeated environmental violations including illegal refuse disposal and street trading.
USA offers billions for states to receive radioactive waste
The Trump administration's plan to use small nuclear reactors has turned to an old strategy for radioactive waste disposal: burying it deep underground, despite the absence of such facilities.
Waste collection program to tackle rising number of lithium-ion battery fires
A new waste collection program initiated by councils in North Queensland aims to encourage safe disposal of lithium-ion batteries to reduce fire incidents.
We asked Holding how many blue bags are being bought, look at the numbers! 'The model was not designed for sales targets'
The article discusses the implementation of the waste disposal model requiring mixed municipal waste to be placed only in blue bags, initiated in October 2022, and notes how initial demand has shifted over time.
In Lithuania, 60% of used oil is 'disappearing' - experts see illegal burning
Experts are concerned that a significant portion of used motor oil is unaccounted for in Lithuania, with only 25% properly processed, leading to environmental pollution risks.
Woman booked a porter and handed over garbage to throw... video viral
A viral video from Lucknow shows a woman showcasing her lavishness by booking a porter to dispose of her household waste instead of carrying a parcel.
Environment Secretary emphasizes the need for proper waste disposal
A recyclable material collector suffered a severe leg injury from improperly discarded glass shards in Tupã, highlighting the dangers faced by waste collectors.
LAWMA seizes carts, arrests one in Lagos Island crackdown
The Lagos Waste Management Authority has confiscated multiple waste carts and arrested a person during an enforcement operation aimed at illegal waste disposal on Lagos Island.
Anyone in UK with a food bin issued 'contamination' warning - do not do this
A waste collection worker in the UK warns residents about a common mistake that is contaminating food bins, urging them to remove food from packaging before disposal.
'We who pay them are fools', here's why ZG bags are again causing outrage
More than three years after the introduction of blue ZG bags, the waste disposal system in Zagreb continues to spark debate, with recent discussions highlighting that most residents do not use the bags for waste disposal.
The Situation of the Capital: With Convenience, the Berlin Rubbish Mountain Grows
Berlin faces a growing waste disposal problem, with differing opinions on its severity and a noticeable lack of environmental education initiatives.
BiH could sue Croatia over radioactive waste disposal near the border
Bosnia and Herzegovina plans to challenge the construction of a radioactive waste disposal site in Trgovska Gora, which could lead to an international dispute or arbitration against Croatia.
Corruption, trafficking, and small bills: five agents tried for charging access to a free waste disposal site in Marseille
Five agents working at a waste disposal site in Marseille are on trial for passive corruption, accused of accepting money for access to the site and organizing paid waste trafficking.
Watch '240 seconds' 24sata: Where to dispose of waste from Vjesnik? Protests have spread across Iran...
The article discusses the daily news program '240 seconds' that covers key events both locally and globally, while highlighting the spread of protests in Iran.
Zagreb changes its waste system: more recycling, less disposal
Zagreb is undergoing a public consultation for a new waste management plan aimed at increasing recycling and reducing landfill use, with a waste management center set to start trial operations by the end of 2028.