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WW2 shipwrecks found to be leaking pollutants that impact marine environments

E&T

The wrecks typically contain hazardous substances that may harm the marine environment. Yet there is a lack of information about the location of the wrecks and the effect they might have on the environment. They found varying degrees of concentrations of toxic pollutants depending on the distance from the shipwreck.

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Environment Canada to welcome global leaders to reduce plastic pollution

Canadian Manufacturing

GATINEAU — Next week, from April 23 to April 29, Canada will welcome the world to Ottawa for the fourth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) at the Shaw Centre to advance the development a global agreement on plastic pollution by the end of 2024.

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More than 170tn plastic particles afloat in oceans, say scientists

The Guardian Manufacturing

‘Cleanup is futile’ if production continues at current rate, amid rapid rise in marine pollution An unprecedented rise in plastic pollution has been uncovered by scientists, who have calculated that more than 170tn plastic particles are afloat in the oceans.

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UK public washing their clothes too often, says major laundry brand

The Guardian Manufacturing

Ecover, backed by activist model Lily Cole, calls for fewer washes to reduce microplastics and other sources of water pollution A company that sells cleaning products is giving customers some surprising advice: wash your clothes less. Continue reading.

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Polluters to face unlimited fines for environmental offences

E&T

Organisations that break environmental laws could face unlimited fines, according to the new legislation presented by the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra). This will allow the Environment Agency (EA) and Natural England to impose large penalties without having to go through lengthy criminal prosecutions.

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Australia’s compostable plastics revolution

Manufacturer's Monthly

Its products meet standards, such as biodegradability, absence of heavy metals, and ecotoxicity tests, ensuring they are safe for the environment. Our values focus on integrity and putting the environment first,” he said. This issue is exacerbated by an additional 130,000 tonnes of plastic leaking into marine environments each year.

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Danone Canada announces investment in its Boucherville, Que. plant to improve food mfg.

Canadian Manufacturing

This initiative is in line with Québec’s efforts to reduce plastic pollution and promote more sustainable packaging strategies. “The Québec population is increasingly aware of the impact of their food consumption on their health and the environment. Danone Canada understands this!