Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

One challenge which EMR faces is how it handles a series of non-biodegradable chemicals found in some plastics which are categorised as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). Following an industry investigation, some waste plastics, which are found in certain categories of WEEE, have now been classified as containing POPs.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 7, 2020

There are no ‘silver bullet’ solutions to plastics Lauren Phipps Mon, 12/07/2020 – 01:30 Every so often, a corporate announcement gets under my skin. The latest culprit: Bacardi unveiled a bioplastic bottle that can biodegrade in compost systems, freshwater and oceans in 18 months.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Unilever has announced it is to invest €1bn in measures that could allow it to eliminate fossil fuels from its cleaning and laundry products by the end of the decade, an intervention it claims is critical if it is to deliver on its goal of reaching net zero emissions from its products by 2039.

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Better Ventures

JANUARY 9, 2023

Their approach to melding the worlds of beauty and materials science made perfect sense for one of our first Fund IV investments. Aja Labs is starting their journey focused on creating an environmentally safe, plastic-free hair extension and will eventually expand their business to creating safe fibers of many kinds.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 6, 2021

And to keep all your hard working employees comfortable while they conquer the day’s to-do’s, you can invest in an Energy Star certified smart thermostat. 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

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

So, if you’re thinking of selling your home any time in the future, it’s worthwhile investing time to make it greener and more energy-efficient now. 5 Invest in water-saving fixtures. Rather than using plastic, go for products like recycled wood or glass or biodegradable materials. 6 Insulate. 7 Reuse old materials.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 15, 2020

Scientists are predicting that by the year 2050, the ocean may have more plastic than fish. While countries around the world are beginning to take a stand against single-use items and plastics in grocery stores, restaurants and retail chains, there are still measures that consumers can take within their very own households.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 19, 2020

The microplastics in clothes are non-biodegradable and pollute the water. If you find a small business that has sustainable production, it might be a better investment for you. These will have an easier time biodegrading. Think of the movement for plastic straw alternatives. Linen and hemp are becoming popular, too.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 19, 2024

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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Green Business Bureau

JULY 4, 2022

Synthetic fabrics such as polyester – which accounted for 52% of global fiber production in 2018 – take hundreds of years to biodegrade. Natural fibers take very little time to biodegrade relative to their synthetic counterparts, making them the more environmentally friendly textile choice.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2020

Plastic and glass recycling increase, paper and cardboard continues downward trend. This is largely due to increased recycling rates – particularly for high impact waste materials – as well as reductions in waste generated and reduced landfilling of biodegradable waste. Plastic, glass, paper and cardboard.

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Grist

OCTOBER 1, 2022

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.

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Better Ventures

JANUARY 10, 2023

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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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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Clean Energy Trust

JULY 1, 2019

Credits from left: Loic Venance/AFP/Getty Images, Union of Concerned Scientists, Manuel Balce Ceneta/Associated Press, TechCrunch/Getty Images Clean Energy Trust’s cleantech roundup highlights interesting cleantech news and perspective, from policy changes to technology updates and investment news.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 25, 2021

These brands are manufacturing their shoes from recycled and biodegradable materials and sourcing sustainably while still achieving the durability and comfort that shoe lovers expect. Note : When buying biodegradable products, ensure that there is a facility that can collect these items as biodegradable materials require special processing.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 5, 2021

While your office is likely recycling its paper and plastics, you can take recycling to the next level by expanding your program to include glass and metals. If your office uses coffee pods, choose biodegradable pods such as those from OneCoffee. One of the most ambitious sustainable business practices is investing in renewable energy.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 23, 2021

Related: Valani launches debut collection of biodegradable clothing Tencel Lyocell is used in some products and is created from wood pulp sourced from sustainably managed forests. Another material, Cupro, is also made on a closed-loop system from cotton waste that is naturally biodegradable.

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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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DeSmogBlog

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

An explosive new report finds that the plastics industry has misled the public for decades about the viability of recycling plastic, promoting reuse despite the fact that mechanical recycling was not feasible – perpetuating the plastic waste crisis the world faces today.

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Business Green

JANUARY 23, 2023

Firms need a stable policy environment to make the necessary investments, writes Viridor's Tim Rotheray The drive for net zero is serious business. One is discouraging investment, such as the ban on the sale of diesel and petrol cars and vans from 2030 or the cost of carbon in the emissions trading scheme. And companies are following.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2022

The British Business Bank’s #GreenToGrow campaign aims to demystify and alert smaller businesses to the commercial benefits of investing in decarbonisation. The survey of micro-business owners appeared to find: 40% (2.1 million) don’t believe reducing their own emissions will make a difference. million) don’t know where to go for information.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 25, 2021

The conventional shoe industry relies heavily on plastics and animal leathers , but the newest focus within the industry is on selecting animal- and Earth-friendly materials to create vegan shoes. Castor oil is also biodegradable, unlike plastic alternatives.

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Clean Energy Trust

JULY 22, 2020

Each year, we unveiled our most recent cleantech investments, gave impact updates on our portfolio, and presented compelling keynote speakers who imparted wisdom and experience to an audience of over 300 investors, entrepreneurs, executives, and industry stakeholders. This year is no different.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 8, 2022

To divert waste items away from landfills and to meet the demands of a circular economy, you’ll need an effective waste management system, which is comprised of the following key elements: Waste recycling : Waste items such as plastic, glass, aluminum, and food can be recycled. Today, the company is almost entirely paperless.

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Business Green

JANUARY 6, 2023

Degradable / Biodegradable. If not, or if the item will ultimately pile up in a landfill, burn in an incinerator or be recycled, then avoid the term and its siblings, such as 'oxo-biodegradable'. Are you telling the customer they're getting something recycled or biodegradable? Plastic neutral. What does that even mean?

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 29, 2020

Plastic pollution is one of the most visible environmental issues of our generation. Australia produces around 2-3 million tons of plastic every single year, with a frightening 130,000 tons on average typically finding its way into our oceans. Reduce Single-Use Plastic. Avoid Microbeads. Reuse Over Replace. Avoid Glitter.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Although the pandemic has disrupted hospitality and demand, Loliware has used the lull to advance its technology and scale manufacturing with a mission to overturn legacy plastics. The flexibility of plastic straws is a bit more challenging to replicate, but R&D is under way to do just that. .

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Sustainability Consulting

MARCH 11, 2021

Thanks to their work, companies of all sizes may be able invest in ocean sequestration. For example, Shopify invested in Running Tide, a company that will build kelp-growing platforms in ocean current systems. In a survey of 2,511 registered U.S.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 16, 2021

This article exposes the flawed system of waste management within hotels and provides practical solutions for reducing three prominent hotel wastes: food, water and plastic waste. Implement the 4-R’s for Plastic Waste Reduction. Invest in durable and reusable plates and cutlery. Minimize Food Waste.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 11, 2020

Sustainable wireless charger For the electronically-inclined sibling, try these chargers made from hemp and recycled plastic. Headspace is another meditation app that promises to change lives with an investment of only a few minutes a day. Vegan, biodegradable juice masks Is your sibling into clean living?

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GreenBiz

JUNE 16, 2020

Unilever has announced it will invest €1 billion (about $1.12 Unilever also has committed to step up its efforts to preserve water, with plans to make all its "product formulations" biodegradable in order to minimize their impact on aquatic ecosystems. Unilever unveils climate and nature fund worth more than $1 billion.

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

The constant use of single-use plastic and immeasurable amounts of waste thrown away is a threat to nature and people’s health. Most people who use plastic bags only use them once before throwing them away. This habit is one reason why plastic has become a significant source of environmental waste. They’re Eco-Friendly.

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Business Green

AUGUST 11, 2020

Guy Fennell, cofounder of environmentally friendly baby wipe company Pura, talks to BusinessGreen about his plans to disrupt the wasteful baby care industry with kerbside nappy recycling and plastic-free baby wipes. With 90 per cent of wet wipes in the UK made from plastic, the products boast carbon intensive production processes.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 15, 2021

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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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 17, 2023

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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Business Green

JANUARY 26, 2023

What is the correct way to dispose of 'biodegradable' plastic bags? After all, consumer goods companies that know they will not get undercut by rivals making questionable environmental claims will have even more incentive to invest in and promote the next green innovation. And what even is 'carbon negative' beer?

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