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Sustainability Guide for General Contractors: Sustainable Construction and Renovations

Green Business Bureau

Linoleum has been largely replaced by PVC, but this material is unsustainable as it is made from petroleum and is not biodegradable. Solar power is the most practical way for a home or business to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and help the planet. Low VOC or VOC Free Paint. Solar Power. Biomass or Pellet Stove for Heating.

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Sustainability Guide for General Contractors: Sustainable Construction and Renovations

Green Business Bureau

Linoleum has been largely replaced by PVC, but this material is unsustainable as it is made from petroleum and is not biodegradable. Solar power is the most practical way for a home or business to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels and help the planet. Low VOC or VOC Free Paint. Solar Power. Biomass or Pellet Stove for Heating.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

Not only does reclaimed lumber give that rustic, farmhouse look and possess some unique history within its grain, but it also helps preserve our carbon-sequestering forests and rejects monoculture tree farms that do not support biodiversity or ecological health. Note: You will need to create a Thomas account to access this directory.

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Is the end nigh for questionable climate claims in UK adverts?

Business Green

Today, the ASA said it would carry out a six-month monitoring period after updating its guidance which would be particularly focused on the "carbon neutral" and "net zero" claims abounding in company advertising. But they urged the regulator to now move faster to crack down on misleading environmental marketing across the economy.

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How Big a Difference Can Biodegradable Straws Make to the Environment?

Green Business Bureau

Biodegradable straws are one of the alternatives available that fit these criteria. Biodegradable materials such as paper, on the other hand, can break down in a matter of months – or even weeks. In this article, we want to share some of the real environmental benefits that biodegradable straws promise.

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Greenwashing terms to avoid at any cost

Business Green

Carbon offset. Does the carbon offset provider use sound science and accounting practices to back up the claims it makes about its carbon offsets? The FTC said in December that it expects comments on 'carbon offsets' in particular for the next Green Guides. Degradable / Biodegradable. Low carbon.

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Sustainable Food and Eco-Friendly Food Packaging

Green Business Bureau

Many popular fruits and vegetables that stay in stock year-long like blueberries and kiwi are often shipped from other countries and contribute to tons of carbon emissions. Fruits and tree nuts require less land and water, making these foods a low-carbon option. Use 100% biodegradable, compostable and recyclable materials.

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