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

EDF + Business

A large portion of the heat previously wasted can be utilized to produce district heating. Novamont is an Italian company B Corp certified leader in the production of biodegradable and compostable bioplastics from renewable resources. Ovako products consist of an average of 97.2% billion.

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Much too little, far too late: The UK must phase out single-use plastics before 2042

Business Green

We must move away from a 'take, make, waste' mentality to drastically reduce the amount of material we consume, argues Environmental Justice Foundation CEO Steve Trent. This staggering rate of increase shines a light on the shocking inadequacy of UK government's recent commitment to prevent all avoidable plastic waste by the end of 2042.

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Online Event - VERGE Energy Conference

Green Market Oracle

Speakers from leading brands, packaging producers, material innovation labs and NGOs, will discuss a variety of topics including how to set and achieve packaging goals, reusable packaging opportunities, scaling new materials, and the implications of biodegradable and compostable packaging.