While the Green New Deal struggles to get off the ground on a national level in the US, the European Commission has voted to introduce their own version of it. The proposal dubbed the "European Green Deal,” will overhaul the bloc’s economy to more sustainable, climate-conscious … [Read more...] about Europe is rolling out its own Green New Deal
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Home appliances will soon be easier to self-repair thanks to new EU standards
Not being able to repair your household appliances because of expired warranties or a lack of suitable parts can be very frustrating. But apart from the heavy costs of buying a new replacement, all that e-waste puts a heavy burden on the environment too. That, however, may … [Read more...] about Home appliances will soon be easier to self-repair thanks to new EU standards
Austria is poised to ban the common weedkiller Roundup
The popular herbicide Roundup is used globally by people trying to rid their gardens of weeds, and that’s a problem. Scientists have continued to find evidence that proves that Roundup, which was originally created by GMO giant Monsanto, is linked to cancer. The good news is … [Read more...] about Austria is poised to ban the common weedkiller Roundup
European parliament just voted to ban single-use plastics by 2021
While members of the UN Senate voted to reject the first draft of the Green New Deal this week, members of European Parliament did the world a favor by voting to ban an array of single-use plastics as part of a sweeping law against plastic waste that despoils beaches and pollutes … [Read more...] about European parliament just voted to ban single-use plastics by 2021
Waste minimization law could force manufacturers to make products last longer
The European Union and some states in the US are considering waste minimization laws that could force manufacturers to repair products in the case they break down and also to make the goods more durable in the first place. The initiative comes amid a growing backlash against … [Read more...] about Waste minimization law could force manufacturers to make products last longer