February 27, 2026
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Fashion brands release new collections every month — and what isn’t sold often ends up in the trash. The EU is putting a stop to that: Large fashion companies will no longer be allowed to destroy unsold items. An important step — and a good reminder to make more use of second-hand clothing yourself.
Enjoy reading, Selina
(Abre numa nova janela)EU bans destruction of unsold clothing
Millions of unsold garments end up in the trash in the EU every year. That’s about to change: Large fashion companies will no longer be allowed to destroy their stock. The EU aims to protect the environment and climate while promoting more sustainable business models. Source: EARTH.ORG (Abre numa nova janela)
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Thailand’s café chains cut sugar in popular drinks by half
Nine major café chains in Thailand have pledged to use less sugar in popular drinks like iced tea and iced coffee — in some cases cutting sugar content in half. People in Thailand consume an average of 21 teaspoons of sugar per day, and already 45 percent of those over 15 are considered overweight. Source: NORTH SHORE NEWS
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Study: More EVs, cleaner air
A new study from California shows that every increase in electric vehicles measurably reduces nitrogen dioxide pollution. Just 200 additional EVs lower NO₂ by more than one percent — a win for air quality and public health. Source: REUTERS
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How machine perfusion could make more organ donations possible
A new technique could give organ donation a major boost: So-called machine perfusion gently circulates, inspects, and even partially regenerates donor organs. This could allow more organs to be transplanted in the future, increasing the chances for thousands of people on waiting lists. Source: THE WELL NEWS
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Krakow drastically reduces soot pollution
Since the coal and wood heating ban fully came into effect in Krakow in 2019, soot levels have dropped drastically. Experts say this has prevented nearly 6,000 premature deaths. Cases of asthma in children have also declined significantly. Source: THE GUARDIAN
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Conservation: Rare land snail reintroduced to Bermuda
After years of breeding in an English zoo, a rare land snail species has been successfully reintroduced to Bermuda. The animals have already established themselves in several areas — though their long-term survival remains uncertain. Source: THE GUARDIAN
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