Business Green

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Kathryn Shuttleworth, managing director of David Luke Schoolwear, said the savings generated by the solar facility would pay back the upfront installation costs for the array within eight years. We're delighted to see the completion of this project, the latest in a growing list of successful green initiatives across the business," she said.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

And today Polestar announced a flurry of further partners had signed up to support the initiative, with each new supplier tapped to focus on certain key materials, components, and processes involved in the production of EVs, including areas such as plastics, composites, chemicals and metals.

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CleanTech San Diego

DECEMBER 1, 2021

Instead, they developed an affordable CSP system, called Hylux , using domestically produced, recyclable plastic tubes. His team noticed the plastic tubes containing the algae were overheating. By using plastic instead of steel, Hyperlight can keep manufacturing costs lower and keep the scale of a project more manageable. “We

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DeSmogBlog

APRIL 5, 2023

This reporting was made possible in part due to a media briefing sponsored by Beyond Plastics, Inclusive Louisiana, Louisiana Bucket Brigade, and The Descendants Project, which included local meals in Louisiana. Part of that strategy appears to be redefining its expanding petrochemical and plastics business as a solution to climate change.

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Business Green

JANUARY 17, 2021

Once done with lunch, staff dispose of their waste in the new waste stations that were implemented last year to make waste segregation easier for staff, and to increase recycling. This ensures that plastic bottles disposed in the building are responsibly recycled and kept out of nature.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

anthropogenic noise, discarded plastic and harmful chemicals, farming practices adding harmful sediment outflow). Reduce and remove top-priority forms of pollution (e.g., marine debris) by large amounts, as much as 50% to 90%. To prevent recurrence, reduce sources or emission of pollutants (e.g.,

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 4, 2021

That’s the year when many have pledged to become zero waste, or to use 100 percent reusable, recyclable or compostable packaging. But COVID-19 has thrown a wrench in those plans, with single-use packaging skyrocketing, low fossil fuel prices and disrupted recycling systems, already weakened by China’s 2018 plastics waste ban. .

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Renewable Energy World

SEPTEMBER 7, 2021

The array is then anchored to the shore of the pond or reservoir it is located on. The plastics used have been certified drinking-water safe in the United Kingdom, so they will not contaminate the water on which they float. megawatt system on top of a recycled water storage pool. We do not regret it,” he said. “It

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Grist

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Crystal-clear liquid flows from the array into big plastic drums, which chemists wheel toward a tall metal still. The team hopes that selling a consumer product will allow it to scale up its pilot system for making alcohol, so that the company can expand into alternative fuels, plastic-making chemicals, or other markets.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 10, 2021

They achieved this interpretation through a combination of traditional farm building materials and aesthetics like corrugated iron, wood, concrete and rock as well as modern features like modwood (made from recycled wood and plastic) and sustainable amenities like off-grid solar power.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with proposed alternatives to materials such as leather, plastic, marble, cotton and MDF. Held this year from October 19 to 27, Dutch Design Week is an annual showcase of futuristic design that covers a wide breadth of topics from sustainable farming to artificial intelligence and robotics.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with proposed alternatives to materials such as leather, plastic, marble, cotton and MDF. Held this year from October 19 to 27, Dutch Design Week is an annual showcase of futuristic design that covers a wide breadth of topics from sustainable farming to artificial intelligence and robotics.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 22, 2019

Visitors will have the opportunity to interact with proposed alternatives to materials such as leather, plastic, marble, cotton and MDF. Held this year from October 19 to 27, Dutch Design Week is an annual showcase of futuristic design that covers a wide breadth of topics from sustainable farming to artificial intelligence and robotics.

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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. From disposable utensils to dental and hair care, EcoLuxe has an array of eco-friendly alternatives to help you reduce your plastic footprint.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Whether enjoying earl grey for tea time or serving chai during book club , the vast array of teas in the world is intriguing and ever changing. The company is committed to 100% plant-based packaging and provides 100% plastic-free, biodegradable, zero-waste quality tea. Oteas has you covered on both accounts.

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Business Green

AUGUST 5, 2022

UK waste charity wrap and the UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) agency have this week awarded funding to a number of waste reduction projects through the International Circular Plastic Flagship Projects Competition. One of the recipients is WasteAid, which is set to conduct an ambitious circular economy initiative in Mpumalanga, South Africa.

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Climate Tech VC

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

🔋 Green Li-ion , a Singapore, Singapore-based lithium-ion battery recycling platform, raised $4M from Twin Towers Ventures. Exits 🔋 Redux Recycling , a Bremerhaven, Germany-based lithium-ion battery recycling developer, was acquired by Redwood Materials for an undisclosed amount.

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Business Green

MARCH 21, 2022

Dutch firm Avantium manufactures plant-based plastics from fructose, and is also exploring captured CO2 as a future feedstock for fossil-free materials. Plastics are everywhere, and the problems they pose are well documented. Plastics are now in our food, our drink, the air we breathe, and almost every product we buy.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 13, 2019

While there aren’t yet any types that are 100 percent green, there are still many that strive to do better by the environment through materials like sustainably sourced wood, organic cotton, recycled plastic , bioplastic or recycled metal. Options to consider are those from The House of Marley , Thinksound and Woodbuds.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 23, 2023

The Hidden Dangers of Chemicals in Everyday Products The shelves of supermarkets and stores are lined with an array of products promising cleanliness, beauty, and convenience. Embrace Sustainable Packaging: Support brands that prioritize sustainable packaging , such as refill stations or products packaged in recyclable materials.

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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. Petite Lucette further combats the plastic crisis by shipping orders in recyclable boxes with recycled tissue paper.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Plastic pollution is a major climate threat and now there’s a unique solution. It is the world’s first mobile industrial-grade plastic trash upcycling platform. Trashpresso units consume only seven kilowatt hour of electricity and can service a community of up to 10,000 people, processing 500 kilograms of plastic waste per day.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 15, 2019

Packaging leftovers in recyclable or biodegradable takeout containers leaves a lasting impression of social and environmental awareness on your customers. We now have the knowledge about how harmful single-use plastics can be for our environment, so there is no reason to still use these containers in your restaurant. Cibo Wares.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The initial headline-grabbing pledges to phase out single use plastic may have become old news, but the new normal is seeing hundreds of companies quietly advance their plastic reduction strategies. The flurry of plastic-related announcements this week is case in point. Delivering on those initial pledges can take decades.

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Greenability Magazine

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

And, more than 98% of demolished materials from the former Terminal A and its parking garage were recycled or salvaged on-site. There are also increased recycling options inside the terminal for travelers to recycle mixed paper, aluminum, glass, cardboard, and plastics.

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Business Green

JANUARY 11, 2022

When excess renewable power from offshore wind turbines, floating solar farms, tidal arrays or wave energy systems is routed to the Ocean Battery, water is pumped up from the reservoir to the bladder, with the battery becoming fully 'charged' when the bladder is full and most extended.

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GreenBiz

JULY 27, 2020

More recently, it energized on-site two solar arrays — one at its Melville, New York, campus that will produce 1,800 megawatt-hours of power annually, and a smaller one at the Aveda brand's campus in Minnesota. The ability to shift from plastic to glass is easier in skincare. We have a five-year glide path for every single brand.

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Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 26, 2023

We’ve introduced an array of different reusable activations over the years to test and trial new ways to encourage reuse. We are creating an exciting future of low-cost household takeback for all products.”

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Business Green

JANUARY 18, 2021

Every year it is the top event in the calendar for gadget geeks and cutting-edge tech enthusiasts, featuring an array of innovations from both household names and one-man-band start-ups alike. The remotes will also be manufactured from 24 per cent recycled plastic content. Recycling begins - and ends - at home.

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Business Green

JANUARY 18, 2021

Every year it is the top event in the calendar for gadget geeks and cutting-edge tech enthusiasts, featuring an array of innovations from both global brands and one-man-band start-ups alike. Plus the remotes will also be manufactured from 24 per cent recycled plastic content. Recycling begins - and ends - at home.

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GreenBiz

JULY 27, 2020

More recently, it energized on-site two solar arrays — one at its Melville, New York, campus that will produce 1,800 megawatt-hours of power annually, and a smaller one at the Aveda brand's campus in Minnesota. The ability to shift from plastic to glass is easier in skincare. We have a five-year glide path for every single brand.

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Greentown Labs

OCTOBER 15, 2020

Let us introduce you to: Applied Bioplastics produces affordable polymers with properties that are equal to or better than those of traditional petrochemical plastics. These polymers use significant plant matter, which absorbs CO 2 and avoids the CO 2 emissions of petrochemical plastics.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 23, 2021

In a hugely competitive category, Greenhouse PR narrowly won out thanks to a year of rapid growth, packed with high impact campaigns promoting the best of green business and an impressive array of pro-bono work. Highly Commended: Forster Communications. ESG Investor of the Year. Thrive Renewables. Employee Engagement Campaign of the Year.

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GreenBiz

MAY 11, 2020

Inside Eastman’s moonshot goal for endlessly circular plastics. But something extraordinary is going on at this Eastman chemical plant: two breakthrough processes to turn waste plastics of all kinds back into new plastics, continuously, with no loss of quality. Joel Makower. Mon, 05/11/2020 - 00:44.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 27, 2020

More recently, it energized on-site two solar arrays — one at its Melville, New York, campus that will produce 1,800 megawatt-hours of power annually, and a smaller one at the Aveda brand’s campus in Minnesota. The ability to shift from plastic to glass is easier in skincare. We have a five-year glide path for every single brand.

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Business Green

OCTOBER 7, 2021

The world produces 381 million tonnes in plastic waste yearly - for context, this is roughly the weight of two-thirds of the world's population, every year, with just one company, Coca Cola, producing over 3,000 plastic bottles every second. Coral is 20 times more likely to become diseased upon coming into contact with plastics.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 27, 2020

More recently, it energized on-site two solar arrays — one at its Melville, New York, campus that will produce 1,800 megawatt-hours of power annually, and a smaller one at the Aveda brand’s campus in Minnesota. The ability to shift from plastic to glass is easier in skincare. We have a five-year glide path for every single brand.

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