Recently National Geographic’s cover had a picture that had the world thinking, they posed a simple question, planet or plastic? Plastic was only invented in the 19th century, but since then so much of it has been created and is being consumed carelessly all over the world. According to National Geographic, more than 5 trillion […]
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Last week, I was meeting a few friends at a popular Lagos lagoon-front clubhouse. We were treated to a scenic view with luxury boats gently bobbing on the soft waves repeatedly crashing against the boundary walls of the clubhouse. With promises of an idyllic sunset, we could really have been anywhere in the world. Except
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A ban on plastic bags came into force Monday in Kenya and those found in violation of the ban could be given a maximum fine of $38,000 or serve a four-year jail term. The ban applies to the use, manufacture, and importation of plastics and gives a minimum fine of about $19,000 or a years’
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The prize is seeking innovators to find alternative materials that could be recycled or industrially composted. The aim of the Challenge is to stimulate the development of materials that could be captured, recycled or composted effectively rather than being incinerated or ending up in landfills or the natural environment after short use. Award Details Winners will receive $200,000
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1. We are sensible. Really, sustainability work in Nigeria is getting global recognition and our votes can support them to win a large chunk of $250,000 to expand their recycling venture into many parts of Nigeria. It makes sense to be the hype man for this competition – have you voted? Click here to
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