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Managing the future of plastic: key recommendations for Government

Envirotec Magazine

Experts have collaborated on a series of recommendations which calls on Government to take the initiative on finding solutions to the plastics problem. Speaking at the launch, Baroness Meacher said: “Plastics are an important resource that we cannot simply dispense with, but we must address the effects of plastic pollution.

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Biodegradable vs Compostable: Understanding The Difference

Green Business Bureau

Biodegradable vs compostable: Addressing the confusion. Biodegradable vs compostable: Which material would you choose ? Changing attitudes are pushing for greater investment in the development of green materials. Changing attitudes are pushing for greater investment in the development of green materials.

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The Australian government unveils plan to end plastic pollution

AGreenLiving

The Australian federal government has launched the National Plastic Plan , which seeks to deal with plastic pollution in various areas. According to the government, the plan will be aimed at banning single-use plastics on beaches, ending expanded polystyrene packaging and introducing microplastic filters for washing machines.

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Eco Friendly Retail Packaging Complete Guide (Sustainable Packaging Innovations)

Green Business Bureau

For instance, according to studies from the National Institute of Health (NIH) , certain plastics found in consumer packaging can lead to cancers, diabetes, neurological disorders, hormonal imbalances, and other various ill-health effects caused by inhalation or direct contact. Are you utilizing post-consumer materials ?

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Blue Sky recyclable planner helps you organize for 2022

AGreenLiving

As you plan for events of the new year, Blue Sky’s got you covered with a 2022 planner that’s not only comprehensive in its format, but environmentally-friendly too. Each planner is artistically designed with soy-based inks that avoid harsh chemicals and can be safely biodegraded without harm to the soil.

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Not So Fast (Fashion)- Resale Continues To Rise

Better Ventures

Not So Fast (Fashion)- Resale Continues to Rise Our Investment in Beni Whether you try and keep up with the latest fashion trends, or your kids do, there’s no denying the prevalence of fast fashion. ThredUp Annual Resale Report, 2022 Hence our newest investment in Beni , a data-driven approach to the online re-commerce market.

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‘We can’t recycle our way out’

Grist

When dealing with the life cycle of plastic, hundreds of solutions await, from alternative bioplastics that might be able to degrade themselves through the magic of fungus, to complex chemical recycling that can break plastics down to become other petroleum products or to be rebuilt good as new.