Shipping wastes, long a neglected topic, has started to attract worldwide attention, thanks to the mysterious and tragic disappearance of flight MH370. During the search for MH370, a succession of items floating in the sea were identified as possible wreckage, but later confirmed to be simply pieces of marine litter. Whilst it was large pieces of […]
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Saving the Planet: How to Make Blockchain More Environmentally Friendly?
Humanity’s actions have led to many environmental problems, the consequences of which are now evident. The greenhouse effect, water and air pollution, deforestation, and the depletion of natural resources — all of this is a direct result of our activities. To protect the only planet capable of supporting human life without special equipment, it is […]
Waste Management Challenges in Middle East
Middle East is one of the most prolific waste generating regions worldwide with per capita waste production in several countries averaging more than 2 kg per day . High standards of living, ineffective legislation, infrastructural roadblocks, indifferent public attitude and lack of environmental awareness are the major factors responsible for growing waste management problem in […]