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Measurement of persistent organic pollutants: Recent progress profiled

Envirotec Magazine

By Gauthier Eppe Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) are toxic chemicals that pose a significant threat to human health and the environment. References [1] Lallas, Peter L., “The Stockholm Convention on persistent organic pollutants.” link] [5] Persistent organic pollutants (POPs) and pesticides.

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Beyond the Stockholm Convention: new regulations targeting forever chemicals

Envirotec Magazine

The signing of the Stockholm Convention on Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) in 2001 marked a historic moment, as it was the first global treaty aimed at eliminating or restricting chemicals harmful to human and environmental health.

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A toxin banned decades ago is found in one of the deepest parts of the Pacific Ocean

Grist

No one would expect to find pollutants in such a place,” said Professor Ronnie N. in 1979 and eventually worldwide in 2001. In the ocean, as on land, they still pose a threat to living organisms. PCBs, like other pollutants, are not water-soluble, which means they don’t break down in water.

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Best of GBB in 2020: Green Businesses Leading the Sustainable Business Movement

Green Business Bureau

Smog Armor is an exciting, new eco-friendly paint brand that has created a solution to tackle and eliminate indoor air pollution by adding a mineral that actively purifies the air wherever the paint is used. Founded in 2001, Martinrea International is one of the leading Tier One automotive suppliers of vehicle parts, assemblies and modules.

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What Is ESG and Why Is It Important for Your Business? (+ ESG Image Infographic)

Green Business Bureau

The initialism “ ESG ” stands for “ E nvironmental, S ocial, and G overnance” Under each category there are a set of standards and goals an organization must meet to be compliant. Reports reveal that 87% of business leaders expect an increase in sustainability investments for their organizations over the next two years.

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The Seven Sins of Greenwashing

Green Business Bureau

Organizations will pump more money and time to promote themselves as environmentally friendly, relative to the actual time and money spent on minimizing their environmental impact. McDonald’s addressed the environmental issue of plastic pollution by replacing their straws with paper alternatives. USDA Organic. Energy Star.

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The Seven Sins of Greenwashing

Green Business Bureau

Organizations will pump more money and time to promote themselves as environmentally friendly, relative to the actual time and money spent on minimizing their environmental impact. McDonald’s addressed the environmental issue of plastic pollution by replacing their straws with paper alternatives. USDA Organic. Energy Star.