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According to a report published in the PlastLIFE project, most agricultural plastics would be technically …
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Bio-based plastics don’t solve all the problems with plastics
The best way to use plastics more responsibly is to avoid unnecessary consumption and single-use products, which also helps reduce plastic pollution.
Transition from waste utilisation to waste prevention requires a new approach to policymaking
The shift from waste utilization to waste prevention requires a new approach to policymaking, writes Olli Sahimaa and his colleagues.
Managing artificial turf waste sustainably: Insights from Life Cycle Assessment
The global adoption of artificial turf has revolutionized sports fields and landscaping, offering low-maintenance and durable alternatives to natural grass.
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