Brussels Trash Collection Reform: Challenges and Solutions

2023-12-14 16:25:00 ©D.R. On paper, the containers would only have advantages: everyone can put their waste there whenever they want and there would be an end to trash bags on the sidewalk. In fact, around thirty of these underground collection points (each made up of four containers: white, yellow, blue and orange trash) already exist … Read more

Ecological Justice: Combating Pollution, Climate Change, and Inequality

2023-12-02 06:10:00 After weeks where the party was singled out, the Greens are now seeking to reverse the narrative by recalling that they have always been the first to warn of the dangers of pollution: bisphenol, endocrine disruptors… “Town water represents only 4% of our exposure to PFAS,” explains Rajae Maouane, co-president. “We are exposed … Read more

Ensuring Safe Drinking Water: Mons Authorities Take Action for PFAS Compliance

2023-11-21 15:29:00 The quality of distribution water in the territory of the entity of Mons complies with legislation, municipal authorities indicated on Tuesday. After the revelation, in the RTBF show #Investigation, of worrying levels of PFAS in certain municipalities of Hainaut, the Mons authorities have undertaken several actions to obtain guarantees from the Walloon government … Read more

PFAS and Women’s Cancer: Higher Levels of Chemical Pollutants Found

2023-10-01 08:19:44 PFAS, “perennial chemical pollutants”, contaminate the environment and are suspected of impacting our health. Researchers have just demonstrated higher levels of these substances in the bodies of women previously suffering from various cancers. This will also interest you [EN VIDÉO] Breast cancer: screening From the age of 50 it is recommended to have … Read more