Sustainable

ICOM Launches Global Award Recognizing Sustainable Development Practices in Museums

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Dubai, United Arab Emirates – The International Council of Museums (ICOM) is launching a prestigious global award that aims to recognize innovative initiatives and exemplary museum practices in sustainable development. The ICOM Award, the first of its kind organized by ICOM, seeks to showcase the contributions of museums to sustainable development and inspire museum professionals worldwide to prioritize sustainability. Through this award, ICOM aims to implement its 2019 Resolution on sustainability and the implementation of Agenda 2030, adopted in Kyoto. It also aims to promote the roles and responsibilities of museums in sustainable development and … Read more

New Jersey Takes a Green Leap: Enacts EPR Law for Electric Vehicle Batteries, A Major Step Towards Sustainable Future

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Trenton, New Jersey – New legislation has been signed into law in New Jersey that mandates the implementation of an extended producer responsibility (EPR) program for electric vehicle (EV) batteries. This move aims to address the increasing challenge of managing and recycling these batteries as the adoption of EVs continues to rise. Under the new law, EV manufacturers will be responsible for financing and managing the collection, transportation, and recycling of the batteries they produce. This shift in responsibility from consumers to manufacturers is expected to significantly improve the recycling rates of EV batteries and … Read more