GreenTech Gazette

MARCH 1, 2023

There are several new and emerging technologies for recycling that are being developed and implemented around the world. Here are a few examples: Chemical recycling: Chemical recycling is a new technology that breaks down plastic waste into its basic building blocks, which can then be used to make new plastic products.

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Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

As face masks become even more critical in fighting the spread of COVID-19, they are also taking a toll on our waste stream and the environment. These synthetic fibers are designed to resist liquids and do not biodegrade in the environment once discarded. The post How can we stay safe & not create PPE waste?

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 27, 2022

An international research collaboration is setting out to find new ways of monitoring crop growth with biodegradable sensors which can be composted at the end of their lifespan. They will find ways to create devices built from sustainable and degradable materials with the aim of cutting down on the growing problem of electronic waste.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Scientists have developed biodegradable food packaging material that kills microbes that contaminate foods. A team of scientists from the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and the Harvard T.H. The researchers say that the material’s ability to extend shelf life can help prevent food waste. developed the material.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

MARCH 26, 2024

The evolution of hydraulic technology is changing this narrative, with new designs prioritizing energy efficiency without compromising power or reliability.  The company employs cutting-edge energy-efficient technologies in its hydraulic equipment to demonstrate how sustainability can be embedded into the fabric of industrial operations.

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Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 10, 2024

Furthermore, if unintentionally released into the natural environment, Hydropol – which is non-toxic and marine safe – will dissolve and subsequently biodegrade. Mark Lapping, Chief Executive Officer, Aquapak, said: ““Today’s launch marks a significant milestone for Aquapak and our Hydropol technology, which can be commercialised at scale.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 16, 2020

Did you know that 128 million tons of milk are wasted every year? LA-based startup Mi Terro is using biotechnology to turn a portion of that food waste into sustainable fibers for biodegradable T-shirts. This LA startup turns spoiled milk into biodegradable T-shirts. Mi Terro Images via Mi Terro.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 11, 2023

However, the ropes used in their cultivation are made from conventional fossil-based (non-compostable) plastics, which can potentially contribute to the generation of plastic waste and marine litter and have a negative impact on the marine environment if not properly managed.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

Waste management has led to an irreversible environmental crisis that is felt by wildlife, especially in the oceans. One organization, called Banana Leaf Technology, is helping to address the stark reality by proposing banana leaves as a biodegradable alternative to single-use plastic. How does it do this? Read more:Â .

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 15, 2021

She then combined it with glycerin and water to make a material for 3D printing that is natural, biodegradable and renewable. With an emphasis on protecting the environment in her material choices, Sung pays special attention to coloring through the use of fiber waste (wool), food waste and mica powder. “As

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 4, 2022

Synthetic fabrics such as polyester – which accounted for 52% of global fiber production in 2018 – take hundreds of years to biodegrade. Natural fibers take very little time to biodegrade relative to their synthetic counterparts, making them the more environmentally friendly textile choice. Tip #2: Reduce textile waste.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 14, 2021

Everyone from political leaders to everyday citizens is reevaluating their wasteful behaviors and making intentional changes to save the planet. When you successfully bring the outdoors in, it helps conserve energy, reduce waste , boost morale, and increase productivity in the workplace. Adopt Modern Technology .

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 29, 2022

Their production is often linked to high carbon emissions , water pollution, and plastic waste problems. Adopt Efficient Manufacturing Technologies. Aside from using solar panels to generate electricity, manufacturing facilities utilize newer technology to make production more efficient. Effective Waste Water Treatment.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Related: Benjamin Spöth weaves leftover birch plywood into beautiful Upcycle lamps While the design elements are striking as an idea and on paper, the finished product raises the bar above typical design with a unique production that is a result of the newest 3D printer technology. It’s a bright idea! Plumen Images via Plumen.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 1, 2020

In an industry notorious for food waste, award-winning chef Douglas McMaster has achieved the seemingly unattainable — Silo , the world’s first zero-waste restaurant. Launched in Australia in 2011, Silo was heralded as the world’s first zero-waste restaurant. Its success spurred the creation of a branch in Brighton, U.K.,

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

One challenge which EMR faces is how it handles a series of non-biodegradable chemicals found in some plastics which are categorised as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). Last year, the Environment Agency made changes to the classification of waste plastic produced by the treatment of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE).

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The winning entry from Gelatex Technologies is described as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional leather. ” Gelatex Technologies from Estonia has won the Green Alley Award 2019 – an annual prize recognising startups in the circular economy, which has been running since 2014.

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Greentown Labs

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Agriculture Clean Crop Technologies ’s proprietary Clean Current technology combines food-grade gasses and electricity to remove contaminants from seed and food surfaces, improving food safety and reducing food waste. We’re thrilled to support these groundbreaking climatetech startups—let us introduce you!

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GreenBiz

SEPTEMBER 8, 2020

However, the firm now intends to explore, invest and ramp up carbon capture and use technologies that will eliminate the need for fresh carbon feedstocks and instead allow it to tap recycled carbon already on or above ground, for example, through captured carbon dioxide or carbon captured from waste materials.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 29, 2020

While most single-serve coffee pods rank high in the convenience category, they fail to perform in quality, and the waste from coffee pods ranges from challenging to detrimental. Discover Bruvi, a single-serve coffee machine with biodegradable pods. Enter Bruvi, a startup aimed at solving these dilemmas.

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AFN Sustainable Protein

OCTOBER 19, 2022

While there are calls for some developing nations to seek compensation from the world’s biggest emitters at COP27 in a few weeks, developing nations must also look to technology to mitigate the impacts of climate change – or adapt. Uganda’s Hya Bioplastics was another startup to secure climate-related backing.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

One pioneer in this area is Shopify, an e-commerce company that has committed to spending $5 million annually on innovative clean technologies. The platforms will be kept afloat by buoys designed to biodegrade once they reach the deep ocean, at which point the kelp will fall to the ocean floor, taking its carbon with it.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 4, 2022

Reusing and repurposing materials decreases the need for new manufacturing, which, in turn, reduces emissions and waste. Not only do they contain hazardous materials in some instances, but they also make up a significant portion of landfill waste. 75% of the glass that enters the waste system ultimately ends up in landfills.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

One pioneer in this area is Shopify, an e-commerce company that has committed to spending $5 million annually on innovative clean technologies. The platforms will be kept afloat by buoys designed to biodegrade once they reach the deep ocean, at which point the kelp will fall to the ocean floor, taking its carbon with it.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Coffee giant Nespresso has announced that it has developed new paper-based home compostable coffee capsules for its popular Nespresso coffee machines in a move that could help slash the company's waste footprint. Nespresso said its new pods would allow customers to choose which approach to recycling to take. "Our

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Business Green

MARCH 5, 2020

reCharge' concept tires designed be both 'extremely durable and 100 per cent biodegradable', firm claims. Moreover, the tyre treads would be made from "extremely durable and 100 per cent biodegradable material," according to Goodyear.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 23, 2020

In the agriculture and food industry, sustainable business practices are intended to protect the environment, reduce waste production, increase productivity, and reduce operating costs. Without thoughtful management, organic waste can emit methane gas as they decompose. What are Sustainable Business Practices?

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Lessons from 3 emerging bio-based material technologies. The company’s first technology, MycoComposite, precipitated the subsidiary Mushroom Packaging , which I discussed with Ecovative’s business development lead, Meghan Olson. Fri, 02/19/2021 - 00:40. trillion opportunity by 2030. Producing just 2.69

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AGreenLiving

JULY 24, 2020

But the study, “Breaking the Plastic Wave: A Comprehensive Assessment of Pathways Towards Stopping Ocean Plastic Pollution,” also outlines solutions that could cut this plastic waste by more than 80%. With no intervention, the plastic waste entering the ocean could grow from 11 million to 29 million metric tons by 2040.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 24, 2020

But the study, “Breaking the Plastic Wave: A Comprehensive Assessment of Pathways Towards Stopping Ocean Plastic Pollution,” also outlines solutions that could cut this plastic waste by more than 80%. With no intervention, the plastic waste entering the ocean could grow from 11 million to 29 million metric tons by 2040.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 21, 2023

This involves the process of breaking down organic matter, such as food scraps, yard waste, and other biodegradable materials, into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Composting reduces the amount of waste that goes into landfills, improves soil quality to support a healthy garden, and reduces the need for chemical fertilizers.

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Business Green

MAY 18, 2020

Waste and resource giant Viridor has today announced that it has commenced feasibility work on a new project that would allow 30,000 tonnes of previously unrecyclable thin film plastic to be processed each year using a new technology that makes such materials 'infinitely recyclable'.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Consumer goods giant outlines plans to spend €1bn on ramping up carbon capture and utilisation technologies that will curb its cleaning and laundry product line's reliance on fossil fuel derived chemicals. In addition, the funding will support the development of brand communications that explain the various technologies to customers.

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Greentown Labs

JUNE 22, 2021

Moonflower Technologies sustainably grows lettuces, microgreens, herbs, and edible flowers via a closed-loop hydroponic system that uses 95 percent less water than conventional farms use. Advent Technologies makes high temperature proton exchange membrane (HT PEM) fuel cells that convert hydrogen and other renewable fuels to electricity.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 15, 2022

The good news is that new technologies and methods have come about making it possible for the manufacturing industry to reduce its environmental footprint through energy conservation , alternative packaging, and smarter storage and organization (amongst other solutions). 6 tips to create a sustainable warehouse and green factory.

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Business Green

MAY 5, 2021

The task force announced by the RSC earlier this week aims to reduce the PDL waste stream, improve waste management across the sector, and establish a more circular PLF economy. PLFs can be produced from a variety of raw materials, but the majority of chemicals on the market today are derived from fossil fuel resources.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 27, 2022

million grant from the US Department of Energy’s National Alliance for Water Innovation, a $110 million, multi-institutional network of scientists addressing treatment and reuse technologies for outside-the-box water sources like municipal wastewater, seawater and agricultural drainage. The CSU team has received a $1.9

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