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Junín launches its first comprehensive recycling campaign

The Subsecretary of Environment invited the community to join the first comprehensive recycling campaign, an initiative that seeks to promote environmental awareness and facilitate the correct treatment of recyclable waste. Residents could bring recyclable materials such as paper and cardboard,...

San Pablo dumps 58 tons of waste in the rivers in the wealthiest area of the city.

A serious situation regarding waste disposal is making noise in Brazil. São Paulo dumps 58 tons of waste in the rivers and tributaries of the Alto Tietê Basin. The amount is equivalent to the content of about six regular garbage...

Grape pomace: from waste to resources in the battle against cancer

The grape pomace is the main solid byproduct generated during wine production, and it is generally considered as waste. However, the growing concern regarding the negative impact on the environment caused by poor management of agro-industrial waste has encouraged...

Capilla del Monte: Health and Environmental Crisis Due to Open-Air Landfill

After a major fire in November 2023 and under pressure from collective complaints from 38 neighbors for breach of public duty and health damages, the municipality of Capilla del Monte, Córdoba, promised to close its open dump for February...

Worms that eat plastic only convert it into microplastics discovered

For several years, scientists considered larvae as a possible solution for plastic decomposition. However, recent studies have debunked this hypothesis. Although the larvae could chew plastic, they were unable to digest it properly. Instead, they turned it into microplastics,...

Recycling of used tires: Arroyito processed more than 20 tons.

The recycling of tires in Arroyito, Córdoba, reached a milestone: more than 20 tons were processed in two years. This figure was exceeded on Tuesday, January 7, when the second load of End-of-Life Tires (ELT) was carried out through the...

In the city of Salta, over 44,000 small garbage dumps were eradicated.

A total of 44,450 **micro-landfills** were eliminated during 2024, according to an annual management report from the Secretariat of Environment and Public Services of the **Municipality of Salta**. Out of that total, 33,500 were eradicated by Agrotécnica Fueguina and 10,950...

They develop a formwork that reduces the use of concrete by 60% and steel by 90%, decreasing emissions.

A doctoral student in architecture at ETH Zurich has designed an innovative solution for the **use of concrete** in a more environmentally friendly way. By using less material and (https://noticiasambientales.com/innovacion/la-construccion-incorporo-el-uso-de-canamo-hace-20-anos/), this proposal promises to revolutionize the construction industry. The key...

San Miguel de Tucumán turns solid waste into bricks

With an investment of 15 million dollars, the urban solid waste treatment (RSU) in the Greater San Miguel de Tucumán could take a revolutionary turn. A project presented by the company Moviser SRL proposes the possibility of reducing the 1,200...

This was the first coastal cleaning day in Paraná 2025

The **Municipality** together with several **civil entities** carried out the first coastal cleaning day of the year in Paraná, Entre Ríos. The objective is to promote **environmental awareness** and care for natural resources. The initiative took place at the **Municipal...

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Sea lion colony: the Buenos Aires destination that combines nature, adventure, and culture

Located in the southeast of the province of Buenos Aires, Lobería is an ideal destination for those seeking natural...