The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Three that just might work for urban plots are the English Garden Style, the Woodland Style, or the Organic Garden Style. The Organic Garden Style for Small Spaces. You also have a choice of many different soil mixes, fertilizers, and containers. Planting an organic garden will be your humble way of making this a better world.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 11, 2022

Paper, plastic, and glass are processed for repurposing, while food scraps make for composting that enriches soil while helping reduce landfill emissions. Organizations such as the American Red Cross, The Salvation Army, and local homeless shelters are all places that will gladly accept your clothing items.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Understanding Modern Poultry Farming According to the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) , the global production of poultry meat has dramatically increased from 9 to 133 million tonnes from 1961 to 2020 to cater to the rising demand. Mitigation of soil degradation. Similarly, egg production has risen from 15 to 93 million tonnes.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2022

Sustainable agriculture includes a variety of practices, such as using more environmentally friendly fertilizers and pesticides, conserving water, and reducing soil erosion. Sustainable agriculture can help to preserve our natural resources, like water and soil. What do critics of”organic farming” say?

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 22, 2021

Unfortunately, these products can soak through the soil and down onto the water table. Organic Contaminants. There is an array of organic chemicals found in most household products. The post Discovering ThePotential Well Water Contaminants and Their Impacts appeared first on The Environmental Blog.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 21, 2024

Pollutants like sulfur dioxide ( SO2 ), nitrogen oxide (NOx), heavy metals, particulate matter, and organic compounds are risky to human health and can have dire environmental impacts. To break it down, flue gas pollutants can acidify the soil and water, making them unusable for farming and fishing.

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The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

Organic Fabrics. A key goal in sustainable fashion is switching towards using natural and organic materials and fabrics when making clothing. Also, the fabrics assessed must have a little-to-no effect on farming, soil, natural habitats, greenhouse gas emissions, and water and microplastic pollution.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Apply fertilizer in a safe way that protects air, water and soil quality and eliminate the risk of over fertilization, which often results in the killing of plants and grass. . Use organic fertilizers where possible. Chemical fertilizers are made for short-term growth but in the long-term, end up hurting plants and grass.

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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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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

On October 4, EOS Data Analytics, a global provider of AI-powered satellite imagery analytics, and Greenpeace Global Mapping Hub organized a webinar on applications of satellite remote sensing and imagery analytics in farming, environmental monitoring, and social and environmental initiatives.

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The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 17, 2023

A well-designed lawn can also prevent soil erosion and water runoff. Here are some landscaping ideas you may consider when building an eco-friendly home: Take Advantage Of Organic Mulch. Bark, pine needles, wood chips, leaves, and other organic mulch offer various benefits. Mulch retains moisture and regulates soil temperature.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Whatever dies before it can grow to fruition, whether the winter is too cold or the summer too hot, you can save and help fertilize your soil through a process called …. The sun is the most crucial ingredient in turning organic matter into excellent mulch for your garden. Composting. Composting!

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The Environmental Blog

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

Millions of hectares of the country’s land experience an annual rainfall of less than 30 mm, and some hectares of land which is suitable for agriculture are subjected to wind and water erosion, waterlogging, loss of organic matter and salinity. Fewer Tress = More Floods. Climate Change and Glacial Melting.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

When this waste is not disposed of properly, it can cause pollution of soil, water, and air. Pathological waste includes human or animal tissues and organs, while pharmaceutical waste includes expired or unused medications. Additionally, it can pose health risks to humans and animals.

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Low Impact

JULY 14, 2021

The soil in those days was dead from decades of industrial scale ‘factory without a roof’ agricultural thinking, producing food for an unthinking populace. The land is heavy unrefined silt and clay, and given this heavy industrial treatment it was devoid of any organic matter content and soil life (microbiota).

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 27, 2020

A biodigester is a system that biologically digests organic material, either anaerobic (without oxygen ) or aerobically (with oxygen). Microbes and other bacteria break down organic materials in a biodigester. An anaerobic biodigester breaks down organic materials in an environment absent of oxygen. What is a biodigester?

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 31, 2022

According to estimates from the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) of the United Nations, if food waste were a nation, it would rank third in terms of greenhouse gas emissions after the US and China. By assessing their carbon footprint, a business or organization may determine how much of an impact they are having on the environment.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2021

Improve Cultivation Techniques to be Organic . Natural and organic gardening techniques can provide this reliability while also being good for the environment. Organic products can be easily found by looking for the OMRI certification. Organic waste in landfills generates methane, a potent greenhouse gas.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2021

What is the ISO ( International Organization for Standardization) 14001 Standard: Principles, Definitions and Certifications. One particular option for the operations side of an organization is choosing the ISO 14001 certification as the primary choice. The ISO 14001 Certification Standards.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 26, 2019

A better approach is to switch to organic pesticides- and to spray them at night when the bees are back in their hives. Many bee species create habitats in loose soil on the ground. Dig up loose soil and leave it open for bees to create a new home. However, think twice before spraying pesticides and herbicides in your garden.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

We often use lighting, ergonomic office furniture, and organization as tools to enhance our workspaces. They can remove several harmful compounds from the air and break them down into their soil. The quality of your working environment can have an effect on your productivity, health, and happiness. Causes of Indoor Air Pollution.

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The Environmental Blog

JUNE 6, 2022

Contaminants can also enter the water through natural processes like leaching from soil or rock. According to the World Health Organization , around five million people die each year from diseases caused by contaminated water, such as cholera and dysentery. Some pollutants, such as viruses and bacteria, can cause infections or disease.

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Low Impact

AUGUST 9, 2020

Natural organic reduction, a technique for turning human remains into “soft, beautiful soil” is being billed by its American developers, Recompose , as the greenest of green funerary practices. Was the deceased a member of the Soil Association? These come in a bewildering array. Traditional wood, Madam?

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Low Impact

APRIL 1, 2021

Firstly, try to ensure that your choices are fresh, local, sustainably produced, and, ideally, organic. Often, they will have far more flavour than supermarkets’ bland and frequently non-organic produce – a reminder that ‘perfection’ doesn’t necessarily denote quality. Here are a few nationwide examples: Riverford Organic Farmers.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2021

What is the ISO ( International Organization for Standardization) 14001 Standard: Principles, Definitions and Certifications. One particular option for the operations side of an organization is choosing the ISO 14001 certification as the primary choice. The ISO 14001 Certification Standards.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 21, 2019

Water is undeniably essential for both living and nonliving organisms. It can also be harmful to the soil, water systems, and the atmosphere. Preserve the Environment: Waste from industries come with plenty of chemicals, which can be harmful and even fatal to living organisms.

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Planet Pulse

NOVEMBER 20, 2023

You can also read this blog in Portuguese and in Spanish. In short, Moreira said Planet imagery lets AMAGGI “generate knowledge for decision-making, through the entire agricultural process — from the time you are preparing the soil until the time you are harvesting.”

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Green Roof Technology

DECEMBER 31, 2017

Practically all dry organic materials are combustible at relative low temperatures. Roof shingles or many waterproofing membranes on roofs are typically petroleum-based products (including Asphalt) and there is hardly any difference to dry organic materials. See blog post from 2014. Green Roofs and Fireworks. Happy New Year!

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Green Business Bureau

JUNE 8, 2022

Contaminate water supplies and soils, making them toxic for the animals and plants that live there. Be released into the air, and contribute to smog and can react with other volatile organic carbon substances. Cause severe environmental accidents when it seeps down into the soil and reach drinking water aquifers.

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Low Impact

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Buying/making organic cotton beeswax wraps to store leftovers and for packed lunches, instead of using plastic clingfilm. Choose wooden/bamboo/organic natural fabric covers for smartphones and other devices. If buying them, choose organic seeds in paper rather than plastic packaging. Reduce plastic use in living areas.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

MAY 1, 2023

But in compost bins, microbes convert that organic matter into nutrient-rich soil, keeping the carbon out of the atmosphere and producing valuable fertilizer. To make matters worse, when food rots in a landfill, it produces huge amounts of methane — a greenhouse gas at least 28 times as potent as carbon dioxide. How amazing is this?!

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The Environmental Blog

MAY 17, 2021

Practicing organic farming methods is another effective strategy that can help you make the most out of every drop of water. How Does Organic Farming Improve Irrigation Efficiency? Organic farming focuses on enhancing soil quality to improve irrigation efficiency and conserve more water. Image Source. Composting .

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Low Impact

OCTOBER 3, 2021

I’m actually working with the Soil Association to help build a differentiation between low-impact, small-scale fishing and the bigger boats. I’d rather work with the Soil Association than form a new brand, because there are so many out there that it can be confusing; and the Soil Association does have clout.

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Green Roof Technology

DECEMBER 30, 2016

Practically all dry organic materials are combustible at relative low temperatures. R oof shingles or many waterproofing membranes on roofs are typically petroleum-based products (including Asphalt) and there is hardly any difference to dr y organic. See blog post from 2014. Green Roofs and Fireworks.

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Low Impact

MARCH 3, 2021

Organic matter is ultimately allowed to go back to the soil where it belongs, improving soil structure and nutrition. Sophie Paterson is a co-director at Lowimpact.org and NonCorporate.org , where she looks after promotion, social media, the blog and more. No chemical cleaners or bleaches are used in the toilet.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 6, 2021

As a green certified business committed to sustainability, Greenerprinter uses only the lowest VOC (Volatile Organic Compounds) inks and works to minimize the release of VOCs into the atmosphere. To support soil health and ensure only non-toxic compounds are going into the ground, opt for organic mulch and non-synthetic fertilizers.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 1, 2022

For the major tech giants Salesforce , Lenovo , and Microsoft , sustainability lies at the core of these organizations. With this in mind, it’s important tech startups globally follow suit, to establish proactive and forward-thinking organizations. Many benefits come from running a sustainable company.

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