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Valani launches debut collection of biodegradable clothing

AGreenLiving

New fashion house Valani has launched its debut collection of biodegradable separates and dresses inspired by “light living.” The banana silk is made from a byproduct of agriculture waste; discarded banana stems are harvested to make way for new tree growth and then upcycled into this sustainable silk alternative.

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Green Your Workplace With These Eco-Friendly Office Products and Supplies

Green Business Bureau

While most companies have converted to digital means of sending and storing information, many businesses still need paper and printing. Green Paper Products offers a variety of biodegradable and compostable plates, cups and cutlery as well as party ware for your Employee of the Month celebration. Eco-Friendly Office Supplies.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

Its biodegradability, durability and high capacity for storing carbon makes hemp a promising green building material. Sabai , family-owned and operated in High Point, North Carolina, builds luxury, custom furniture made from natural, recycled and upcycled fabrics, FSC-certified wood and CentiPUR-US®-certified foam.

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Style & Sustainability: Eco-Friendly Decor Tips to Upgrade Your Space

Green Business Bureau

You can Google “hazardous waste collection” with your city and state to find more information about local disposal centers. Upcycle Items You Already Own. Beyond offering comfort and beauty, cotton, linen, and wool fabrics often use fewer (or no) chemicals in production than synthetic options and biodegrade more naturally over time.

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Sustainable Manufacturing: How to Create a Sustainable Warehouse and Green Factory

Green Business Bureau

For more information read : GHG Protocol: Scope 2 Emissions Explained. This plastic is biodegradable and comes from a renewable source, unlike oil-based plastics. Unilever’s aim is to get the most possible value from materials through upcycling, and have increased their reuse rate by 20%.

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12 good things that happened for the environment in 2019

AGreenLiving

However, Tech Crunch informed us about Larvalbot, a new underwater robot that is reseeding old corals with new polyps. Cactus plastic developed in Mexico Research professor Sandra Pascoe Ortiz and other scientists at the University of Valle de Atemajac in Zapopan, Mexico used prickly pear juice to craft a new biodegradable plastic.

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Plastic Pollution’s Impact on Marine Life and Our Role in Conservation

The Environmental Blog

By informing the public about the environmental consequences of plastic waste, these campaigns empower individuals to make informed choices and take action to reduce their ecological footprint. Before donating, you might also explore the option of upcycling or repurposing items into new garments or accessories.

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