Biodegradable, Microplastics, Organic and Recycling

Biodegradable vs Compostable: Understanding The Difference

Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 17, 2023

Biodegradable vs compostable: Addressing the confusion. Biodegradable vs compostable: Which material would you choose ? As the bio-based industry grows, we’re witnessing an increasing number of biodegradable and compostable claims. As such, this Green Business Bureau article defines biodegradable and compostable.

Biodegradable

Biodegradable Plastics Organic Waste

5 Types of Bioplastics: Starch, Cellulose, Protein, Organic, Aliphatic Polyesters

Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2021

The development of bioplastics – plastics that are biodegradable and made of natural materials – provides businesses with eco-friendly alternatives for packaging and products, especially single-use items that contribute a lot of waste. What are bioplastics and are they truly biodegradable? Types of Bioplastic Degradability.

Organic

Organic Biodegradable Plastics Packaging

Petite Lucette: Supporting Sustainable Fashion Through Circular Approach, Local Partnerships and Organic Certified Fabrics

Green Business Bureau

APRIL 27, 2021

In their quest to develop a fully organic line, it was initially difficult to find organic fabrics that were both affordable and available in an array of unique colors and textures. Organic Is The New Black. Organic cotton is less water intensive than conventional cotton.

Fashion

Fashion Organic Sustainability Recycling

Bio-based ropes claim eco-friendly aquaculture benefits

Envirotec Magazine

MAY 11, 2023

The results obtained by the BIOGEARS project will foster a sustainable and eco-efficient aquaculture industry, creating a bio-based value chain, in line with the EU Bioeconomy Strategy and the implementation of European policies on reducing marine litter and microplastics.

Plastics

Plastics Carbon-negative Microplastics Biodegradable

Apple waste, spider silk, enhanced cotton: How bio-based textiles could replace plastic in our clothing

Grist

MARCH 13, 2024

The spotlight If you’ve read any climate-related news in the past several years, you’re probably familiar with the scourge of microplastics. A study published just last month in the journal Toxicological Sciences tested 62 placentas, and found microplastics, in varying concentrations, in every single one.

Plastics

Plastics Waste Waste Microplastics

EcoLuxe Products: Sustainable Bamboo Products to Help Reduce Plastic Waste and Encourage Sustainable Living

Green Business Bureau

APRIL 7, 2022

is aiding the world in the fight against single-use plastic waste by offering a variety of biodegradable organic bamboo products for personal use, homes and businesses. If that is not possible, choose biodegradable products that minimize the externalities to our environment. EcoLuxe Products Inc.

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Plastics Waste Waste Sustainability

Ocean Conservation: Microplastics in the Food Chain

Green Tech Challenge

MAY 23, 2019

Not only do new plastic waste deposits still make it into the ecosystem, but because plastic is not biodegradable, it will take decades to rehabilitate the ocean. More specifically, microplastic. Since plastic is not biodegradable, it does not decompose; but remains in the ecosystem for decades. How do Microplastics come about?

Microplastics

Microplastics Plastics Biodegradable Waste

Sustainable Food and Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

Buy organic. Organic food producers are prohibited from using synthetic fertilizers and pesticides that threaten water supplies, wildlife and the farm workers that apply them. Plastic recycling is further flawed by the fact that only a small percentage is actually recycled due to contamination and lack of effort on the consumer side.

Packaging

Packaging Sustainability Biodegradable Plastics

Sustainable Food and Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

Buy organic. Organic food producers are prohibited from using synthetic fertilizers and pesticides that threaten water supplies, wildlife and the farm workers that apply them. Plastic recycling is further flawed by the fact that only a small percentage is actually recycled due to contamination and lack of effort on the consumer side.

Packaging

Packaging Sustainability Biodegradable Plastics

Eco Friendly Retail Packaging Complete Guide (Sustainable Packaging Innovations)

Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Waste recycling/recovery : Mechanical recycling. Waste recycling/recovery : Chemical recycling. Waste recycling/recovery : (digestion, composting). When packaging cannot be avoided, next on the list of priorities is waste recycling and recovery. Waste avoidance : Reuse/Repair.

Packaging

Packaging Retail Innovation Sustainability

How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

RECYCLED STEEL. Recycling metal rather than using virgin ore helps preserve natural resources and saves energy. In fact, creating products from recycled steel utilizes 40% less water and reduces mining wastes by 97%. RECYCLED PLASTIC. BIO-BASED AND RECYCLED INSULATION. minority and women-owned suppliers).

Building Energy Monitoring

Building Energy Monitoring Home Energy Monitoring Sustainability Recycling

Say No To Styrofoam: Eco-Friendly Take Out Boxes

Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 15, 2019

Styrofoam is detrimental to the environment, the material takes over five hundred years to biodegrade. Packaging leftovers in recyclable or biodegradable takeout containers leaves a lasting impression of social and environmental awareness on your customers. Make the Switch To Cardboard Takeout Boxes. Lets Go Green.

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Biodegradable Packaging Microplastics Plastics

What Is A Green Procurement Policy?

Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Buying locally-made, organic and sustainable food options are usually healthier and can make your employees feel better and be more productive. These brands are manufacturing their shoes from recycled and biodegradable materials and sourcing sustainably while still achieving the durability and comfort that shoe lovers expect.

Policy

Policy Biodegradable Health Sustainability

Environmentally friendly leather wins European circular economy startup award

Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The textile is seemingly produced without the use of toxins and is “organic and biodegradable.” Differently coloured trustmarks indicate whether products and/or packaging are free of plastics and microplastics or are made of recyclates.

Startups

Startups Waste Waste Plastics

Style & Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Decor Tips to Upgrade Your Space

Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2022

Less than 10% of plastic gets recycled, and we’re now each ingesting a credit cards’ worth of microplastics a week. Recycling is one of the top and most cost-effective ways to reduce waste at home and the workplace. Say Yes to Natural, Recyclable, or Sustainable Materials. Opt for Quality Over Quantity. Go Vintage.

Sustainability

Sustainability Waste Waste Recycling

How Companies are Growing Profits and Making Climate Progress: Case Studies

EDF + Business

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Ovako has become the largest recycler of Nordic steel scraps and is engaged in responsible business practices across the entire supply chain. Ovako’s business model is based on circularity and recycling, remelting scraps to make steel. Ovako products consist of an average of 97.2%

Packaging

Packaging Carbon-neutral Plastics Recycling

How to replace single-use and plastic items in the kitchen

AGreenLiving

MAY 15, 2020

One of our favorite brands, Bee’s Wrap , is made with organic cotton, beeswax, organic jojoba oil and tree resin. Tempered glass containers keep food fresh and are non-toxic , recyclable and food-safe (even in the freezer). The material makes them 100% recyclable at the end of the product’s lifespan.

Plastics

Plastics Recycling Recycling Microplastics

CleanTech Focus

Biodegradable vs Compostable: Understanding The Difference

5 Types of Bioplastics: Starch, Cellulose, Protein, Organic, Aliphatic Polyesters

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Petite Lucette: Supporting Sustainable Fashion Through Circular Approach, Local Partnerships and Organic Certified Fabrics

Bio-based ropes claim eco-friendly aquaculture benefits

Apple waste, spider silk, enhanced cotton: How bio-based textiles could replace plastic in our clothing

EcoLuxe Products: Sustainable Bamboo Products to Help Reduce Plastic Waste and Encourage Sustainable Living

Ocean Conservation: Microplastics in the Food Chain

Sustainable Food and Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Sustainable Food and Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Eco Friendly Retail Packaging Complete Guide (Sustainable Packaging Innovations)

How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Say No To Styrofoam: Eco-Friendly Take Out Boxes

What Is A Green Procurement Policy?

Environmentally friendly leather wins European circular economy startup award

Style & Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Decor Tips to Upgrade Your Space

How Companies are Growing Profits and Making Climate Progress: Case Studies

How to replace single-use and plastic items in the kitchen

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