In the heart of Papua Province’s remote Sudirman Mountain Range, PT Freeport Indonesia (PTFI) operates as a key affiliate of Freeport-McMoRan (FCX) and MIND ID Indonesia’s Mining Industry, extracting copper, gold, and silver from the region’s rich ores. Situated at elevations of 2,800-2,900 meters above sea level, PTFI’s Mill Facility processes a staggering 200,000 to …
Equities.com CEO Paula DeLaurentis, in a recent conversation with Patrick Bishop, unpacked how the CEO of ReRoute Americas is thinking big just four years after founding the eco-friendly and sustainable food packaging company. Patrick started ReRoute Americas in 2021 after recognizing that sustainable food packaging was not only necessary for a large-scale shift away from single-use plastics, …
“Do you know what the favorite food of turtles is?” asked Sarah, a crew member aboard the vessel Plastic Odyssey, addressing a group of schoolchildren. As the children paused to ponder, Sarah answered, “Jellyfish. And do you know what looks like a jellyfish in the ocean?” The children fell silent again. “A single-use plastic cover, …
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In a move to strengthen its sustainability agenda, the Penang government has mandated that all new public buildings generate at least five percent of their energy from renewable sources. The initiative, announced by Chief Minister Chow Kon Yeow, aligns with the state’s Penang Energy Framework (PEF), a strategic roadmap launched last year to facilitate the …
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Homestay in the Himalayas is a rapidly emerging concept that goes beyond sightseeing. It focuses on making real connections with people, culture, and nature as part of the travel experience. Homestay in the Himalayas is a rapidly emerging concept that goes beyond sightseeing. It focuses on making real connections with people, culture, and nature as …
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