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The long-awaited entrance of the new iPhone series to Thai stores has become a trending subject. In addition to the upgraded technology and lavish exterior, one notable contrast is that this series does not come with the customary wall charger and wired earphones. While such omission has reasonably raised eyebrows, especially when there is no trace of any price reduction, Apple justified their action by claiming that the smaller packaging will help them deliver more units at once and, thus, reduce their carbon footprint.
While this environmental afflatus may not have convinced the public entirely, some have applauded their attempt to comply with the guidelines of UN Sustainable Development Goal 12 which outlines the need for Responsible Consumption and Production .
Canada, US ink deal on plastic scrap exports
Adler
The United States and Canada have reached an agreement to continue allowing plastic recycling scrap to be traded between the two countries, ahead of stricter new global regulations that could limit U.S. exports.
The Basel Convention, a treaty signed by more than 180 countries, is imposing new restrictions on plastic scrap trade around the world starting Jan. 1.
It s seen as a way to give developing countries more control over imports and limit potential environmental damage from plastic waste that can t be properly recycled.
But since the United States has not ratified the Basel agreement, its exports would face even tighter restrictions than nations within the global treaty.