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🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Pequis, São Jorge, Monte Hebron and three more neighborhoods will have selective collection service in Uberlândia

The Municipal Department of Water and Sewage (Dmae) in Uberlândia, Brazil, is expanding its door-to-door selective waste collection service to six more neighborhoods starting March 18.

Mar 2 • 18:13 UTC
🇩🇰 DR Nyheder
National & Local

Fire in Frederiksværk is completely extinguished

A significant fire at the DeNova Recycling waste sorting company in Frederiksværk has been fully extinguished after causing health-harming smoke to spread over the city.

Mar 2 • 17:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

R$ 157 million contract for regular waste ignores recycling crisis in Sorocaba, says expert

An expert criticizes Sorocaba's government for prioritizing a lucrative waste collection contract over support for local recycling cooperatives, which recycle less than 2% of the city's waste.

Mar 1 • 11:00 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

4 items to never put in recycling trash or binman warns 'it won't be collected'

A refuse collector advises against placing certain items in recycling bins to ensure collection.

Feb 28 • 08:02 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

600 recyclers from Quito and Guayaquil will be trained through a program

A new training program in Ecuador aims to enhance the recycling capabilities of 600 recyclers in Quito and Guayaquil.

Feb 27 • 16:11 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Then comes the decision on how the collection of your waste will be resolved

New EU legislation will require all property owners in Sweden to establish waste collection points for various recyclables within ten months, creating challenges for older properties in urban areas.

Feb 27 • 04:30 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Significant Changes to Waste Sorting Regulations Expected in Riga Starting March Next Year

Starting March 1, 2027, Riga will implement mandatory sorting of paper, plastic, and metal waste, as well as separate collection of organic waste.

Feb 26 • 16:20 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Recycling sector faces crisis and selective collection decreases in Sorocaba: 'Difficult cycle to break', says cooperative president

Sorocaba's selective waste collection has significantly decreased, moving from weekly to bi-weekly or even monthly services due to economic challenges faced by local cooperatives.

Feb 25 • 13:07 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Binman's 'rule' for anyone recycling tins and jars with labels left on

A TikTok rubbish collector clarifies that it is not necessary to remove labels from tins and jars when recycling, but also emphasizes the importance of following other recycling guidelines.

Feb 25 • 11:38 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Controversy over 'private consignment' of 530,000 tons of waste in the metropolitan area this year

This article discusses the controversy surrounding the consignment of municipal solid waste management in South Korea's metropolitan area, revealing over 530,000 tons handled by private companies since the ban on landfill began in January.

Feb 25 • 05:33 UTC
🇩🇪 SZ
National & Local

Waste Management: Dispute Over Overloaded Recycling Center in Ottobrunn

The recycling center in Ottobrunn is facing severe overcrowding issues, prompting local authorities to address the outdated facilities from the 1970s.

Feb 24 • 14:10 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Max Hjelm: Who Wants a City with More Trash Cans than Trees?

The article discusses the problems arising from implementing stricter waste management policies in Swedish cities, highlighting the negative impact on residential areas.

Feb 24 • 05:08 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Galápagos Free of E-Waste Adds Key Entities for Recycling

The program Galápagos Free of E-Waste has incorporated new partners to enhance electronic waste collection on San Cristóbal Island.

Feb 23 • 20:01 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Selective collection campaign receives recyclable materials in the Civic Center until February 27

A recycling collection campaign is taking place at the Civic Center in Boa Vista, Brazil, accepting various recyclable materials from February 23 to 27.

Feb 23 • 09:00 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Textile Recycling: Fast Fashion Doesn't Have to Be Waste

A new pilot plant in Frankfurt aims to demonstrate that large-scale textile recycling can effectively tackle the problem of textile waste, particularly from the fast fashion industry.

Feb 21 • 08:09 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 20 • 08:39 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 19 • 22:47 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Binman warns 'we won't collect your recycling if we find common takeaway item'

A TikTok by a binman warns that bins containing polystyrene—which is commonly used in takeaway packaging—will not be collected by waste services due to recycling complications.

Feb 19 • 11:03 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Incineration of plastic waste is not 'recycling': we must correct the false 'circular economy'

A report critiques South Korea's government strategy for reducing plastic waste, arguing it misrepresents recycling and prioritizes energy recovery over actual reduction and reuse.

Feb 19 • 05:43 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

Million bill for new waste sorting: 'We were forced to raise the fee'

Sweden is set to implement a new EU waste sorting law in 2027 that will shift the burden of costs for waste collection to property owners and housing associations, provoking legal concerns from property owners.

Feb 18 • 04:30 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
National & Local

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.

Feb 16 • 15:25 UTC
🇺🇦 Ukrainska Pravda
National & Local

Ukraine plans new approach to managing war-related debris

Ukraine is planning to implement a comprehensive strategy for managing debris resulting from the war, focusing on the reuse of materials and improving recycling processes.

Feb 16 • 15:24 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Andalusia and Catalonia, Night and Day in Waste Separation

Andalusia and Catalonia show stark differences in urban waste separation, with only 17% in Andalusia compared to 44% in Catalonia.

Feb 16 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 15 • 20:54 UTC
🇦🇺 ABC News AU
National & Local

Anti-dumping activist fed up with illegal tyre stockpiles

An anti-dumping activist in North Queensland is urging the state government to address a significant illegal tyre dump near Townsville, emphasizing the need for a stewardship program to manage waste effectively.

Feb 13 • 21:06 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 13 • 13:32 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Binman says rubbish 'won't be collected' if common items are seen inside

A waste collector warns that common items in bins could lead to non-collection of rubbish.

Feb 13 • 08:29 UTC
🇨🇿 Novinky.cz
National & Local

Brno Waste Company Presented a Visual Tour of Its Sorting Line

A waste management company in Brno has introduced a virtual tour of its sorting facility.

Feb 13 • 08:27 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

There Are No Disposable Products at the Home Stadium of Chungbuk Cheongju FC... Agreement for a 'Waste-Free Stadium'

Chungbuk Cheongju FC and the city of Cheongju have signed an agreement to establish a waste-free stadium by promoting the use of reusable containers at matches.

Feb 13 • 04:46 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
Life & Tech

Garden devastated by the storm: what to do with debris and how to use green waste?

Severe winter storms in France have caused extensive damage to many gardens, prompting calls for guidance on managing debris and recycling plant waste.

Feb 12 • 09:37 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 11 • 14:12 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Binman shares reason your recycling isn't being taken away – it's not his fault

A refuse collector explains that improper sorting of recyclable materials is often the reason why homeowners find their recycling bins not emptied.

Feb 10 • 13:01 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Why Good Companies in Europe Become 'Disposable Tyrants' in Korea

Plastic waste in South Korea is increasing annually, with only a small portion being recycled, raising concerns over the country’s reliance on single-use plastics despite global trends favoring sustainability.

Feb 10 • 06:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Defra issues '4 new bins for all homes' banned item fines update as change coming 'in weeks'

Defra has announced new recycling guidelines for households in England, introducing four separate bins for waste collection starting March 31.

Feb 9 • 15:12 UTC
🇩🇪 FAZ
National & Local

Recycling Start-Up Sykell: Yogurt Cups Should Return to the Cycle

The Berlin-based recycling start-up Sykell aims to close the loop for yogurt cup waste through standardization and AI solutions.

Feb 9 • 10:43 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Lagos moves to enforce waste sorting at source

The Lagos State Government plans to make waste sorting at the source mandatory to enhance waste management and tap into the economic value of waste.

Feb 9 • 00:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Wall collapses during storm in Ribeirão Preto, SP, spreading garbage stored in recycling cooperative

A wall from a recycling cooperative in Ribeirão Preto collapsed during a storm, scattering garbage across the streets and into nearby properties.

Feb 8 • 17:35 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

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.

Feb 8 • 10:48 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Fire at Wonju Waste Recycling Facility... Burning 200 tons for 9 hours

A fire at a waste recycling facility in Wonju, South Korea, burned for nine hours, causing property damage estimated at 10 million won.

Feb 8 • 09:08 UTC
🇰🇷 Hankyoreh (KR)
National & Local

Fire at Wonju Waste Recycling Facility... No Casualties Reported

A fire broke out at a waste recycling facility in Wonju, Gangwon-do, consuming one of the six buildings, but there were no reported injuries as emergency services continue to battle the flames.

Feb 8 • 05:01 UTC
🇸🇪 Dagens Nyheter
National & Local

Green Party aims to invest in recycling critical metals

The Swedish Green Party is advocating for a national coordinator to develop a functioning recycling system for critical metals and minerals, highlighting the problem of waste in the production of goods.

Feb 7 • 16:16 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Making clothing recycling as easy as returning plastic bottles through AI automation

A new AI-powered collection machine for clothing recycling is being developed in Finland to simplify the process and help reduce textile waste across Europe.

Feb 7 • 10:21 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
National & Local

Binman warns rubbish 'won't be collected' if 1 item is spotted in recycling

A binman warns that rubbish collection may be refused if certain items are found in recycling bins.

Feb 7 • 08:09 UTC
🇸🇪 SVT Nyheter
Life & Tech

Here are the world's best at waste: 'We dare to say that'

Tekniska Verken inaugurates Northern Europe's most advanced residual waste sorting facility in Gärstad, Linköping, which can automatically sort five recyclable materials from household waste.

Feb 4 • 15:35 UTC
🇭🇷 Index.hr
Life & Tech

Do you keep plastic delivery containers? We know how safe it is to use them again

The article discusses the safety and environmental implications of reusing plastic delivery containers amid growing concerns about microplastics and their potential health effects.

Feb 4 • 10:36 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

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.

Feb 3 • 21:14 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
Life & Tech

From Beach to Skateboard: Recycling Cigarette Butts Turns Waste into a 3 Million R Real Business

An entrepreneur in Ubatuba, São Paulo, has created a successful business that recycles cigarette butts into valuable raw materials, addressing both waste and pollution issues.

Feb 3 • 05:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Enough is enough: "We need to rein in waste transport"

Antti Kaikkonen, chairman of the Center Party, expresses serious concern about imported waste to Finland, including hazardous waste, urging against the unsustainable trend of Finland becoming a dumping ground.

Feb 2 • 11:59 UTC
🇨🇿 Deník N
Life & Tech

We sort honestly, but we still take out the trash the same way. Why is the amount of waste rising in the Czech Republic?

Despite improved recycling efforts in the Czech Republic, the total waste production has increased by six percent in 2024, reaching 40.2 million tons.

Feb 1 • 16:16 UTC
🇬🇧 Mirror
Life & Tech

Binman warns recycling 'won't be collected' if 1 piece of packaging is spotted inside

A binman has cautioned that recycling may not be collected if any incorrect packaging is found mixed in with recyclable materials.

Jan 16 • 08:09 UTC

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