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An enduring threat to water?

Envirotec Magazine

As PFAS show no sign of biodegradation at all, they have been described as “forever chemicals”, enduring permanently in the environment1. To comprehensivley detect PFAS in products such as firefighting foams and in the environment in soils and waters, the total oxidisable precursor (TOP) assay is required. Environmental Impact.

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Lessons from 3 emerging bio-based material technologies

GreenBiz

Loliware was founded in 2016 in pursuit of "a radical leap towards [a sustainable packaging] future." Touting benefits such as "carbon-negative," "biodegradable" and/or "sustainably sourced," it’s hardly surprising that bio-based materials frequently outcompete legacy alternatives on environmental impact.

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Lessons from 3 emerging bio-based material technologies

AGreenLiving

Turning algae into straws that are ‘designed to disappear’ Loliware was founded in 2016 in pursuit of “a radical leap towards [a sustainable packaging] future.” After saving water and energy in its fiber processing, Ananas Anam uses excess biomass to create compost and add nutrients back to its farmers’ soil.

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The 2021 GreenBiz 30 Under 30

GreenBiz

Camargo and her partner developed absorbent underwear with natural, biodegradable fabric that maintains functionality for an average of 50 washes, or about two years. But the 2016 presidential election forced her to pivot to creating change in the private sector. . Essentially, sustainable fashion meets women’s health.

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The 2021 GreenBiz 30 Under 30

AGreenLiving

Camargo and her partner developed absorbent underwear with natural, biodegradable fabric that maintains functionality for an average of 50 washes, or about two years. That enables Novi to meet a brand’s unique standards, such as vegan, petroleum-free or biodegradable. Essentially, sustainable fashion meets women’s health.