Amsterdam embraces ‘Circular Economy’

A traditional industrial economy uses raw materials to make products which are discarded when they are no longer wanted, sometimes before the end of their useful lives. The circular economy aims to break the link between economic activity and using up the earth’s resources. This may involve reusing, repairing, and sharing materials and products. While […]

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Amsterdam tells sex & drugs tourists ‘stay away’

In the latest initiative of an ongoing bid to boost Amsterdam’s image, reduce rowdy behavior from visitors and improve livability and safety for residents, city officials recently announced policy proposals “to limit tourism growth and nuisance” and combat overcrowding. This latest round of proposed measures includes initiatives targeting troublesome tourist behavior, such as limiting the […]