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One Man Cleaned 308,000 Pounds of Plastic From the Ganga
Videos1d ago

One Man Cleaned 308,000 Pounds of Plastic From the Ganga

When Shubham Kumar saw plastic choking the Ganga River in Patna, he didn't just complain. He showed up every Sunday with volunteers, sparking a movement that's removed over 308,000 pounds of plastic and revived 16,000 livelihoods.

The Better India2 min read
Indian Couple Hosts 2,000-Guest Wedding With Zero Waste
VideosFeb 18

Indian Couple Hosts 2,000-Guest Wedding With Zero Waste

Priyanka and Murali hosted a wedding for 2,000 guests without generating a single scrap of waste. Their eco-friendly celebration proves big Indian weddings can honor tradition while protecting the planet.

The Better India2 min read
Bacteria Now Turn Waste Into Biodegradable Plastic
Planet WinsFeb 9

Bacteria Now Turn Waste Into Biodegradable Plastic

Scientists have trained bacteria to transform organic waste into plastic that breaks down naturally, offering a revolutionary solution to our planet's plastic pollution crisis. This breakthrough could finally give us the convenience of plastic without the environmental guilt.

TED2 min read
Thailand Hosts 200+ Green Tech Innovators at Asia Expo 2026
Planet WinsFeb 6

Thailand Hosts 200+ Green Tech Innovators at Asia Expo 2026

Thailand is bringing together over 200 environmental organizations from across Asia to showcase cutting-edge green technology and waste solutions. The three-day expo aims to position the country as a regional leader in sustainable industry.

Regional: thailand innovation (TH)3 min read
Fungi Turn Old Mattresses Into Fire-Resistant Insulation
InnovationFeb 4

Fungi Turn Old Mattresses Into Fire-Resistant Insulation

Australian researchers have transformed discarded mattresses into safe, sustainable building insulation by growing fungus with shredded foam. The breakthrough could rescue 740,000 mattresses from landfills each year while creating materials that perform as well as commercial insulation.

Phys.org - Technology2 min read