Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter Remains Persistent Problem in Amsterdam - Netherlands

Litter remains a visible and persistent problem in Amsterdam, including in and around Raadhuisstraat. Cigarette butts, plastic packaging, and food scraps accumulate daily in this busy connecting street between Dam Square and the Western Canal Belt. Netherlands, Amsterdam, January 13, 2026, Raadhuisstraat. Photo by Bruno Press/ABACAPRESS.COM

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

A pile of colorful plastic bottles, containers, and packaging waste is seen at a dump site in Bukan, Iran, on April 22, 2025. The lack of waste management infrastructure in some parts of West Azerbaijan Province has led to growing concerns over soil and air pollution. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

A pile of colorful plastic bottles, containers, and packaging waste is seen at a dump site in Bukan, Iran, on April 22, 2025. The lack of waste management infrastructure in some parts of West Azerbaijan Province has led to growing concerns over soil and air pollution. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

A pile of colorful plastic bottles, containers, and packaging waste is seen at a dump site in Bukan, Iran, on April 22, 2025. The lack of waste management infrastructure in some parts of West Azerbaijan Province has led to growing concerns over soil and air pollution. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

Waste And Recycling Management in Bukan - Iran

A pile of colorful plastic bottles, containers, and packaging waste is seen at a dump site in Bukan, Iran, on April 22, 2025. The lack of waste management infrastructure in some parts of West Azerbaijan Province has led to growing concerns over soil and air pollution. Photo by Barbod Khorshidi/Middle East Images/ABACAPRESS.COM

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

A Packaging Company in Suqian

A Packaging Company in Suqian

SUQIAN, CHINA - OCTOBER 22, 2024 - A worker makes export plastic woven products at the workshop of a packaging company in Sihong Economic Development Zone in Suqian, Jiangsu province, China, October 22, 2024.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

China Light Industry Operating Revenue Growth

QINGZHOU, CHINA - MAY 17, 2024 - A worker is working in a workshop of a paper and plastic packaging products manufacturer in Qingzhou Economic Development Zone, East China's Shandong province, May 17, 2024. The latest statistics released by the China Light Industry Federation show that in the first five months of 2024, the light industry achieved operating income of 8.8 trillion yuan, an increase of 2.5%. In the first five months of 2024, the added value of light industries above designated size increased by 5.6% year-on-year.

EU probes Italy's failure to curb single-use plastic

STORY: EU probes Italy's failure to curb single-use plastic SHOOTING TIME: May 23, 2024 DATELINE: May 24, 2024 LENGTH: 00:01:08 LOCATION: Rome CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of plastic products in Rome STORYLINE: The European Commission on Thursday announced it is taking legal action against Italy for allegedly failing to implement directives aimed at curbing the use of single-use plastic. Italy was an early supporter of Europe's efforts to cut down on pollution from single-use plastics, but in recent years it has opposed the evolution of the rules. In 2021, Italy was the subject of a European Union (EU) investigation that found the country's domestic rules on single-use plastics failed to conform with those of the EU. Subsequently, the country formally "transposed" the European directive on plastics into law. However, the issue came to the fore once again last year, with Italy and Finland threatening to soften EU rules on plastic packaging. In December, Italy was the only country among the 2

French chef makes gastronomy become "green"

STORY: French chef makes gastronomy become "green" SHOOTING TIME: Nov. 23, 2023 DATELINE: Nov. 28, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:41 LOCATION: GRENOBLE, France CATEGORY: CULTURE SHOTLIST: 1. various of Christophe Aribert's restaurant 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): CHRISTOPHE ARIBERT, Two Michelin star chef 3. various of restaurant kitchen 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): CHRISTOPHE ARIBERT, Two Michelin star chef 5. various of Aribert picking wild plants in the forest 6. SOUNDBITE 3 (French): CHRISTOPHE ARIBERT, Two Michelin star chef 7. various of Aribert picking wild plants in the forest 8. SOUNDBITE 4 (French): CHRISTOPHE ARIBERT, Two Michelin star chef 9. various of plant-based cooking classes STORYLINE: Christophe Aribert is a pioneer in eco-friendly cuisine. His restaurant in Saint-Martin d'Uriage in southeastern France mainly provides local ingredients with no air conditioning and minimal use of plastic packaging. All his efforts earned the award of Green Star from Michelin Guide two years ago, which is set for the most en

Demand for recycled plastic decreasing in France

STORY: Demand for recycled plastic decreasing in France DATELINE: July 24, 2023 LENGTH: 00:02:06 LOCATION: ANNECY, France CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT/SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various of plastic waste recycling bins 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): FRANCOIS EXCOFFIER, President of the professional federation of recycling companies (FEDEREC) 3. various of plastic recycling labels on a bottle 4. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): FRANCOIS EXCOFFIER, President of the professional federation of recycling companies (FEDEREC) STORYLINE: By 2030, packaging in France will have to incorporate 30 percent of recycled materials for all plastic bottles, and yet the plastics industry is not celebrating: the results at the start of this year are not good and the outlook for the end of 2023 remains bleak. In the context of falling oil prices and rising energy costs, recycled plastic is becoming less attractive. Between May 2022 and May 2023, the main petro-sourced virgin plastics recorded a price drop of around 25 percent to 40 percent (depending on t

France to test glass deposit system in supermarkets to reduce plastic waste

STORY: France to test glass deposit system in supermarkets to reduce plastic waste DATELINE: July 1, 2023 LENGTH: 00:01:39 LOCATION: SAINT-ETIENNE, France CATEGORY: SOCIETY SHOTLIST: 1. various glass bottles 2. various glass bottles in a store 3. various glass bottle recycling station STORYLINE: As part of its plan to eliminate plastic bottles by 2040, the French government will soon launch an experiment in some supermarkets to implement a glass deposit system. This system will allow customers to return their standard glass containers so that the bottles can be reused. The principle of the "deposit" is as follows: glass containers sold in supermarkets will include an additional amount as a deposit. This deposit is then refunded to the buyer when they bring back the glass packaging to a designated collection point. An experimental phase will first be launched with voluntary supermarkets. The Carrefour group has already announced that it would launch an operation in this direction. The Secretary of State f

Aussie state puts further ban on single-use plastic items

STORY: Aussie state puts further ban on single-use plastic items DATELINE: Nov. 2, 2022 LENGTH: 00:00:42 LOCATION: SYDNEY, Australia CATEGORY: ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. shot of the Sydney Opera House 2. various of shopping bags in shopping malls and supermarkets STORYLINE: The Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) implemented a further ban on more single-use plastic items from Tuesday, on top of its previous ban on lightweight single-use plastic bags. Under the tightened rules, manufacturers, wholesalers, businesses and community organizations in NSW cannot provide single-use plastic items including straws, stirrers, cutlery, plates, bowls and cotton buds; food ware and cups made from expanded polystyrene; rinse-off personal care products containing plastic microbeads. The new prohibition is the latest movement of the state government to create a more sustainable environment after it banned lightweight single-use plastic bags from June 1. Single-use plastic items and packaging make up 60 percent of a

AUSTRALIA-NEW SOUTH WALES-SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS-BAN

AUSTRALIA-NEW SOUTH WALES-SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS-BAN

(220524) -- SYDNEY, May 24, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 24, 2022 shows foods in single-use plastic boxes at a store in Sydney, Australia. The Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) is gearing up to institute its total ban on single-use plastic bags as it looks to slowly phase out all single-use packaging in the state. From June 1, all single-use bags would be banned in the state, meaning businesses and individuals will need to find alternatives in reusable plastic or non-plastic bags. (Xinhua/Bai Xuefei)

AUSTRALIA-NEW SOUTH WALES-SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS-BAN

AUSTRALIA-NEW SOUTH WALES-SINGLE-USE PLASTIC BAGS-BAN

(220524) -- SYDNEY, May 24, 2022 (Xinhua) -- Photo taken on May 24, 2022 shows single-use plastic bags at a store in Sydney, Australia. The Australian state of New South Wales (NSW) is gearing up to institute its total ban on single-use plastic bags as it looks to slowly phase out all single-use packaging in the state. From June 1, all single-use bags would be banned in the state, meaning businesses and individuals will need to find alternatives in reusable plastic or non-plastic bags. (Xinhua/Bai Xuefei)

DRC entrepreneur starts biodegradable packaging to preserve environment

STORY: DRC entrepreneur starts biodegradable packaging to preserve environment DATELINE: March 1, 2022 LENGTH: 00:03:07 LOCATION: GOMA, DR Congo CATEGORY: SOCIETY/ENVIRONMENT SHOTLIST: 1. various of the eco-friendly packaging manufacturing company "Paper Bags" 2. SOUNDBITE 1 (French): JEREMIE KAZINGUFU, CEO of "Paper Bags" 3. SOUNDBITE 2 (French): JEREMIE KAZINGUFU, CEO of "Paper Bags" STORYLINE: In Goma, in northeastern Democratic Republic of the Congo, a young Congolese entrepreneur Jeremy and his partners created "Paper Bags", a semi-industrial company manufacturing biodegradable packaging, with the vision to preserve the environment by introducing localized and cheap biodegradable packaging. The idea to create this company came to him when the Congolese authorities banned the import, marketing and use of plastic bags, sachets and other plastic packaging in any form in 2011, to protect the environment. With a dozen of the young people he has hired in the "Paper Bags", Jeremie Kazingufu now manu

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Workers produce biodegradable shopping bags in Anqing, Anhui Province, China, Jan 7, 2021.

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Workers produce biodegradable shopping bags in Anqing, Anhui Province, China, Jan 7, 2021.

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Workers produce biodegradable shopping bags in Anqing, Anhui Province, China, Jan 7, 2021.

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Plastic Packaging Industry Upgrading

Workers produce biodegradable shopping bags in Anqing, Anhui Province, China, Jan 7, 2021.