Commentary: What will it take for Singapore residents to get serious about recycling?

Commentary: What will it take for Singapore residents to get serious about recycling?

However, a world full of sticks would be an unpleasant place. There is evidence that carrots can also effectively bring down the contamination rate. A two-year recycling trial in Bishan and Sin Ming using “smart boxes” has a contamination rate of just 10 per cent – a significant difference from the 40 per cent average … Read more

Circular fashion promoted by Hong Kong charities to reduce volume of clothing thrown away

Circular fashion promoted by Hong Kong charities to reduce volume of clothing thrown away

The scale of the pile may be shocking, but the director of Redress’ circular fashion programme, Aurianne Ricquier, says it represents just a fraction of the volume of waste textiles thrown away in Hong Kong every day. Volunteers taking part in a three-day “Sort-A-Thon” organised by Redress. Photo: Jonathan Wong “In 2022, an average of … Read more

Atelier Madre’s Approach to Timeless, Sustainable Leather Goods

Atelier Madre’s Approach to Timeless, Sustainable Leather Goods

Born from a passion for craftsmanship, Atelier Madre is on a mission to redefine leather products by blending traditional techniques with contemporary design elements, creating timeless pieces that embody heritage and innovation. The inspiration behind this Barcelona-based brand, which officially launched in 2018, can be traced back to a “significant moment” in 2006. During a … Read more

How can Shein remain at the top its game? Experts at Bain and Kantar offer a few tips

How can Shein remain at the top its game? Experts at Bain and Kantar offer a few tips

Shein should strengthen its supply-chain and enhance cost control to maintain long-term growth in a fast-changing retail landscape, according to experts from Bain & Co and Kantar Worldpanel. Constant innovations to the Chinese-founded online fast-fashion marketplace’s business model and products will be effective in keeping potential rivals at bay, as the company rises to global … Read more

Italy’s Meloni denounces ‘ideological madness’ of EU ban on gas and diesel cars – POLITICO

Italy’s Meloni denounces ‘ideological madness’ of EU ban on gas and diesel cars – POLITICO

“To argue otherwise was simply an ideological madness that we will work to correct,” Meloni said. Reducing pollution should not be done “at the expense of economic and social sustainability, [but] defending and promoting European production and safeguarding tens of thousands of jobs.” She promised to “review the most ideological rules within the Green Deal … Read more

BIS Rolls Out New Standards To Elevate Safety And Quality of Electric Vehicles

BIS Rolls Out New Standards To Elevate Safety And Quality of Electric Vehicles

Published By: Samreen Pall Last Updated: June 24, 2024, 13:15 IST A key focus of these standards is on fortifying the EV powertrain to meet rigorous safety protocols. (Representational Image) (Photo: Linkedin) From construction integrity to operational functionality, these standards comprehensively cover aspects crucial for safeguarding drivers and passengers alike. The Bureau of Indian Standards … Read more

Zero + Maria Cornejo Runway, Fashion Show & Collection Review

Zero + Maria Cornejo Runway, Fashion Show & Collection Review

Maria Cornejo continued her focus on sustainability in her resort 2025 collection, utilizing some of her tried-and-true, eco-friendly fabrics for a collection that offered a range of casual and evening pieces. “It’s a lot of shapes and things that are iconic of the collection,” she said. “We were emptying out the studio and the factory, … Read more

Can a diet that’s good for the planet reduce your risk of dying from disease?

Can a diet that’s good for the planet reduce your risk of dying from disease?

A diet promoting plant-based protein to help the environment now has a more human argument: It may lower your risk of dying from several major diseases.  “It wasn’t just one cause of death. It was right across the board,” said Walter Willett, professor of epidemiology and nutrition at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public … Read more

Coach Supports Environmental Causes Through Coachtopia Charitable Fund

Coach Supports Environmental Causes Through Coachtopia Charitable Fund

Coachtopia is giving back. The circular subbrand from Coach that launched in April 2023 has created the Coachtopia Catalyst Fund to support Gen Z-led environmental nonprofits and young leaders by providing them with the funding and resources they need to bring their ideas to life. The fund was created in partnership with 1 percent for … Read more

Maruti Suzuki To Invest Rs 450 Cr In Renewable Energy Initiative

Maruti Suzuki To Invest Rs 450 Cr In Renewable Energy Initiative

Published By: Samreen Pall Last Updated: June 05, 2024, 16:56 IST Maruti Suzuki (Image source: Reuters) Maruti Suzuki commits Rs 450 crore over 3 years for solar & biogas projects. Expansion aims at greener operations, doubling capacity by 2030-31. Maruti Suzuki India on Wednesday said it will invest Rs 450 crore over a span of … Read more