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EPD responds to concerns regarding food waste recycling services ****************************************************************      In response to recent media reports on the food waste recycling measures in Hong Kong, the Environmental Protection Department (EPD) has made the following response today (April 16):      The EPD has been actively expanding the food waste collection network, including supporting the collection of food waste from commercial and industrial sectors and households. Currently, there are approximately 900 food waste collection points across the territory with a daily collection quantity of about 210 tonnes, representing an increase of 40 per cent compared to the same period last year.      The EPD, ... Read more

EPD responds to concerns about materials used in designated bags for MSW charging and explains the harm of degradable plastics ******************************************************************************************      ​In response to recent media reports and online discussions concerning the material of designated bags for municipal solid waste (MSW) charging, the Environmental Protection Department (EPD) has made the following response:      All plastics claimed to be “degradable” require specific environments and temperatures to be completely degraded, such as exposure to ultraviolet light or high temperature. However, these conditions are absent in the anaerobic environment of the landfills in Hong Kong and therefore it takes a long time for plastics ... Read more

TEMPE, Ariz. – April 21, 2022 – PRLog — The summer heat is back in Phoenix with triple-digit temperatures arriving by end of the month.  For many residents, this is the dreaded time of year that brings the familiar hum of air conditioners (AC) back to homes.  But what many fear even more than the high summer energy bills, is the potential of their AC unit not functioning properly. According to John Lamont, CEO of PriceMyAC.com, many Arizona residents forgo regular unit maintenance and wait until the heat waves strike to find out if their AC system is operational.  “Unfortunately, ... Read more

The Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi has expressed concerns about heavy rains in Himachal Pradesh and said the situation is being closely monitored.  In a tweet, the Prime Minister said, “The situation in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rains is being closely monitored. Authorities are working with the State Government. All possible support is being extended. I pray for the safety of those in affected areas.” The situation in Himachal Pradesh due to heavy rains is being closely monitored. Authorities are working with the State Government. All possible support is being extended. I pray for the safety of those in ... Read more