The EWWR rewards its best actions implemented in 2025

EWWR awards ceremony took place on 4 June in Brussels, at the European Committee of the Regions. The names of the most commendable waste reduction awareness-raising initiatives carried out in November 2025 were announced. The ceremony was opened by François Wakenhut, Head of Unit for Circular Economy & Secondary Raw Materials at DG Environment, European Commission; … Read more

Greenhushing Leeway: Uncommunicated Sustainability

Have you ever heard about “greenhushing”? What is involved in not communicating one’s sustainability journey? Greenhushing. You may wonder what it is, so here we are. This term indicates the propensity on the part of companies (or other entities) committed to sustainability to publicize their efforts and achievements in a limited way, or not at … Read more

Science communication: how to make your science a story to remember

The universe is incredible and incredibly complex. So is the world of science. It is thus no wonder that people are confused when scientists talk about their work. Unless we belong to the same field of research, we are likely to be confused too. As scientists, we spend our time researching and learning all about … Read more

Siekopai Nation: An Historical Win for the Indigenous Movements

There is a world full of stories that are hard to hear. Yet, sometimes, they take incredible turns and potentially set an example for the future. Such is the case of the Siekopai Nation: an indigenous population that, to date, counts around seven hundred people who struggle to reclaim access to their ancestors’ lands. Located … Read more

Important environmental terms poorly understood by UK consumers, survey finds

A recent survey highlighted that British consumers have a low understanding of language used by companies to communicate their sustainability measures. The communication agency Fleet Street and the insights company Trajectory conducted a survey on a nationally representative sample of 1000 UK adults. The research, mentioned by The Guardian, analysed the language used by companies … Read more

Sustainability of AI? (Don’t) ask ChatGPT

Launched in November 2022, ChatGPT has for sure made various daily tasks easier, especially in the workplace. People use it write emails, reports, presentations, business plans drafts, and even articles (not this one, though!). However, have you ever wondered what is the environmental impact of ChatGPT performing a simple task? In fact, the hidden environmental … Read more

NFTs and reusable cups, Starbucks’ recipe for enhancing sustainability

From coffee to NFTs – Starbucks Korea recently launched “STARBUCKS STAR LIGHT”, a campaign that aims to foster the use of reusable cups in the country. Bringing their personal cup or tumbler to the shops people can receive, together with the coffee, dedicated eco stamps necessary to redeem unique NFTs. “My cup, the only one … Read more

ON THE WAY TO THE FIRST WORLD TEAM PLOGGING CHAMPIONSHIP: How To Host National Selections

FROM 31ST MARCH TO JULY 31ST, EACH COUNTRY HAS THE OPPORTUNITY TO ORGANIZE A NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP TO SELECT THE PLOGGERS TEAM AS REPRESENTATIVES AT THE FIRST WORLD TEAM PLOGGING CHAMPIONISHIP. The Plogging International Committee has released on the website the regulations and the application form for the selection of National Team Plogging Championship organizers. Those … Read more