The Hague has made history as the first city globally to enact a law banning advertisements for fossil fuel products and services, effective January 1, 2025. 🏙️ This regulation, approved by the city's Municipal Council on September 13, aims to eliminate street advertising for petrol, diesel, aviation, and cruise lines, aligning with The Hague's goal of achieving climate neutrality by 2030.
South Korea has established itself as a global leader in food waste management, achieving a remarkable 98% recycling rate for its food waste. This transformation is largely attributed to a comprehensive policy framework that mandates the separation of food waste from other types of trash and encourages recycling through financial incentives. This is happening in the context where 20 years ago, they were throwing away this percentage of 98%. 🚮
As the world gears up for the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, one of the most exciting and innovative features is the introduction of the "flying Olympic flame." This unique design not only captures the spirit of the Games but also embodies a commitment to sustainability and artistic expression.
To start with a brief context, this year's COP, or the 28th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP) to the UNFCCC, is set to unfold in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, from November 30 to December 12, 2023. In essence, the COP is the global arena where nations collaborate to devise strategies to tackle the climate crisis, with goals ranging from restricting the global temperature increase to 1.5 degrees Celsius to assisting vulnerable communities in adapting to climate change impacts and striving for net-zero emissions by 2050.
