The Environmental Blog

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

They’re either using plastic, biodegradable, or compostable bags , none of which are ideal. Plastic bags are not environmentally sustainable, biodegradable bags stay in landfills for extended periods of time, and compostable bags still require the dog owner to come in direct contact with the dog waste.

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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 4, 2019

Sustainable businesses tend to consider the important roles of the environment and how to protect nature for a successful business. In that way, sustainability can be achieved and maintained while facing various business challenges. In that way, sustainability can be achieved and maintained while facing various business challenges.

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Low Impact

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Explore how to reduce plastic use in the kitchen, living area, bedroom, bathroom and even the garden, with the help of our friends at Ethical.net. Plastic packaging is, of course, not the end of the story; most of us also have a huge array of plastic items in our homes. Reduce plastic use in your kitchen.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

If you want to make your business more sustainable in 2021 and bounce back from the current economic crisis, reducing your business waste is a great place to start. For example, you might find that a huge amount of plastic is simply ending up in the general waste and not getting recycled. Think twice before hitting ‘print.’

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Green Business Bureau

JUNE 8, 2022

Dry cleaning businesses need to be eco friendly and sustainable in order to prosper in today’s rapidly evolving marketplace. This article discusses the sustainability challenges and solutions for dry cleaners and provides a guide for becoming more sustainable. Sustainability Starts with Eliminating Harmful Chemicals.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 8, 2022

The importance of sustainable event planning. The time is now for event planners to host eco-friendly events using an effective sustainable event planning strategy. Sustainability and eco-friendly event planning guide. Event planners must have a defined strategy for the events they organize to be successful and sustainable.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 24, 2022

From recyclable plastics to biodegradable containers, there’s seemingly no end to the options available for the environmentally conscious business. BIODEGRADABLE PACKAGING PEANUTS. For businesses looking for the closest alternative to this packaging classic, biodegradable air peanuts are now available. Similar U.S.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The textile is seemingly produced without the use of toxins and is “organic and biodegradable.” Commenting on the blog of the award organisers, Martens said the team had begun working on Gelatex 3 years ago, when researching gelatin-based materials at the University of Tartu in Estonia.

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

No matter your reasons for fishing, it’s essential to consider your methods and whether they promote sustainability when our seafood supplies are depleting. Here are some of the most sustainable fishing methods to help the fisher people in your community fish more responsibly.

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Low Impact

MAY 5, 2021

Our friends at Ethical.net continue to explore sustainable funeral options, including green burials, coffins, burial sites, wakes and more. A sustainable, natural burial differs from a traditional burial in involving no embalming. A number of natural, biodegradable coffins and shrouds are explored below.) Wicker coffins.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 6, 2021

If your business is working to become a more sustainable company, that requires you to look at what products you buy and bring into the workspace. The Forest Stewardship Council offers certified printing paper with varying weights and sizes, while HP offers an ink cartridge and plastics recycling program.

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The Environmental Blog

MAY 7, 2021

Sustainable Packaging. All of our spray bottles are made of 100% recycled plastic, obtained from Dutch supermarkets. The post 10 Reasons To Make The Switch To Green Cleaning appeared first on The Environmental Blog. At Noout, we prefer to take the responsible option. Passes Government Regulations.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 19, 2020

The microplastics in clothes are non-biodegradable and pollute the water. The promise of sustainability only goes so far with certain companies. Sustainability affects the environment and all people, which is why it is necessary to get involved. Are they a sustainable company? These will have an easier time biodegrading.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

Sustainable Packaging: Customers Expect It. One of the biggest culprits of plastic and styrofoam pollution in the world is the packaging materials that companies use in shipping their products. Businesses need to become more sustainable and shift to more eco friendly packaging. Sustainable Packaging Materials.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

Green purchases are those that have a low environmental impact and are more sustainable in terms of the materials they’re made from and the sourcing and manufacturing practices that make them. Buying sustainable products and purchasing from green suppliers and vendors promotes resource efficiency. materials used in business products).

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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

As more people become environmentally conscious, many are looking for new ways to live sustainability. Research shows house-buyers prefer environmentally sustainable properties. But, don’t worry, creating a sustainable life doesn’t mean you have to choose alternative living like building a treehouse or moving into a canal boat.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 1, 2019

Manufacturers such as Kafka Granite not only supply recycled materials for golf clubs but practice sustainability within their manufacturing processes too. Fencing and pillars made up of recycled plastic and timber are used in parking areas and around the clubhouse if needed. On And Off The Green.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Our oceans, teeming with life, are under siege by a silent threat – plastic pollution. Millions of tons of plastic waste enter the marine environment every year, wreaking havoc on marine ecosystems and the creatures that call them home. Impact of Plastic Pollution on Marine Life Plastic debris takes a brutal toll on marine animals.

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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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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 2, 2020

Plastic production has considerably increased since the early 1950s, researchers estimate that 8.3 billion tons of plastic have been produced since then which is the equivalent to the weight of more than 800,000 Eiffel Towers. The MarinaTex Plastic is made from red algae and organic waste coming from the fishing industry.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

The key to alleviating the damage our food production system creates starts with the selection and procurement of sustainably grown and produced products. Food miles, the distance food is transported, and eco-friendly food packaging materials are also important variables of the sustainable food equation. Sustainable Food Choices.

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Green Tech Challenge

MAY 23, 2019

For years we’ve listened to environmentalists and conservationists talk about the need to reduce plastic waste. Not only do new plastic waste deposits still make it into the ecosystem, but because plastic is not biodegradable, it will take decades to rehabilitate the ocean. More specifically, microplastic.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The untreated and improperly managed biomedical waste comprising of personal protective equipment (PPE), face masks, face shields, gloves, plastic coverall, head cover, hazmat suit, shoe covers, syringes and miscellaneous medical equipment used by the patients and healthcare workers has the potential of spreading various types of infections. [1]

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 23, 2023

In this article, we will explore the hidden dangers of chemicals in everyday products and provide valuable insights on choosing non-toxic alternatives that promote well-being and sustainability. Look for certifications such as “organic,” “biodegradable,” and “non-toxic.”

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Green Tech Challenge

MAY 3, 2019

The Blue Economy is sustainable use of ocean resources for: economic growth, improved livelihoods, job creation, and ocean ecosystem health. Achieving a sustainable Blue Economy requires amplified conversation, education and intentional efforts in ocean conservation. Irresponsible tourism is not the only problem.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 8, 2020

Disposable plastics are posing serious problems for our planet. Across Europe, a single-use plastic ban will come into effect from 2021, targeting straws, cotton buds, and disposable cutlery, among other products. Biodegradable straws are one of the alternatives available that fit these criteria. What are Biodegradable Straws?

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Living sustainably has become increasingly important nowadays since the environment is slowly deteriorating. The constant use of single-use plastic and immeasurable amounts of waste thrown away is a threat to nature and people’s health. Using sustainable cotton calico bags is an easy way to reduce your carbon footprint.

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The Environmental Blog

DECEMBER 12, 2022

Whether you buy a sustainable set of freezer storage containers , a solar charger for their phone or any of the other items listed below, your friend is sure to love it. Plus, eco-friendly solutions like reusable silicone bags are much more aesthetically pleasing than their plastic counterparts. Sustainable Wood Cutting Board.

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The Environmental Blog

JUNE 29, 2021

How many things can you see that could definitely do with a sustainable upgrade? I bet you’ve found quite a few, but here are 3 household products that need to be sustainable. Bamboo grows much faster than your average trees, meaning it’s a much more sustainable resource to use for things like tissues, wipes and straws.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

Sustainability Careers. The field of sustainability in business offers many career paths, including roles in corporate, consulting, government and entrepreneurship. Some roles are very specialized and may require a degree or certification in a specific sustainability field. So how do you pursue a career in sustainability?

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Low Impact

APRIL 30, 2021

With green funeral options on the rise, our friends at Ethical.net explore what to consider when it comes to sustainable funerals, focusing on more sustainable cremation options in this first instalment. But many of us are trying to live a green and eco-friendly life – and a sustainable life should end with a sustainable funeral.

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Green Business Bureau

JUNE 9, 2023

So, our routines are interrupted, and, in some cases, we are forced to follow a less sustainable system because those are the options available to us while travelling. Here are 6 ways to make business travel more sustainable. pounds (1 kilogram) of waste per night, and about 30% of that waste is made up of plastic.

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Clean Energy Trust

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

In the past, mankind moved from wood to metal to plastics, the next evolution is polymers. consumer behavior began demanding more transparency and sustainability. At MITO, our mission is to ease the transition away from metals, toxic additives, and consumable materials, to lighter, cleaner, more sustainable material solutions.

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The Environmental Blog

MAY 4, 2022

Something as simple as switching to more eco-friendly laundry products or using a carbon-neutral room spray can go a long way towards your goal of sustainability. With that being said, individual consumers can make big changes by demanding that the products they use are as sustainable as possible. Source: Skorzewiak/Shutterstock.com.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 16, 2020

Sustainable branding reinforces a company’s commitment to sustainability by giving it a face and a voice that leave an impression on stakeholders. While some small businesses may not be shooting to be the next Amazon, should they still be concerned about sustainable branding? Sustainable Branding Basics. Definitely.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 11, 2020

We chose the top 5 electronic accessories that will not compromise quality for sustainability and have you feeling like a better human for buying them. Can you imagine how many tonnes of plastic phone cases are generated and unsustainably disposed of? Sustainable Bluetooth Speakers. Eco-friendly Phone Cases.

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Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

Make sustainability a core theme this holiday season by celebrating these environmental awareness days in December. Help conserve global resources by adopting sustainable energy and water use practices. Beware plastic packaging when buying gifts. You can find other environmental awareness days to celebrate on our blog!

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