Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

As face masks become even more critical in fighting the spread of COVID-19, they are also taking a toll on our waste stream and the environment. These synthetic fibers are designed to resist liquids and do not biodegrade in the environment once discarded. The post How can we stay safe & not create PPE waste?

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Waste Waste Biodegradable Plastics 89

Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Choose zero-waste. For a truly zero-waste option, you can purchase a potted tree to plant after the holidays – or rent a live tree. If you decide to cut down a tree, it’s still more sustainable than an artificial one because you’ve chosen both a renewable and biodegradable natural resource. Find a local, real tree.

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Waste Waste Plastics Biodegradable 68

Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Or is there a zero-waste option? Choose zero-waste. For a truly zero-waste option, you can purchase a potted tree to plant after the holidays – or rent a live tree. If you decide to cut down a tree, it’s still more sustainable than an artificial one because you’ve chosen both a renewable and biodegradable natural resource.

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Waste Waste Plastics Biodegradable 76

Greenability Magazine

AUGUST 9, 2021

Select refillable or biodegradable pens and recycled pencils. The post Launch the school year with 12 eco-friendly ideas appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Choose cardboard or canvas binders that can be recycled, instead of standard plastic binders. Look for soy-based crayons. Photo: Ben Timney / CC.

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Recycling Recycling Organic Plastics 96

Greenability Magazine

AUGUST 4, 2020

Select refillable or biodegradable pens and recycled pencils. The post Start the school year in eco-friendly style appeared first on Greenability Magazine. Choose cardboard or canvas binders that can be recycled, instead of standard plastic binders. Look for soy-based crayons. Photo: Ben Timney / CC.

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Recycling Recycling Plastics Biodegradable 81

Greenability Magazine

NOVEMBER 28, 2020

Real trees are both a renewable and biodegradable natural resource. appeared first on Greenability Magazine. The Christmas Tree Promotion Board reports an increase in sales because families looking for safer activities during COVID-19 can get together outside to select a tree. Photo: Alabama Extension / CC.

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Biodegradable Plastics Sustainability Transportation 74

Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

However, run-off from agriculture and discharges and waste from the pharmaceutical sector must be at the forefront of future discussions, due to the sheer volume and persistence of the pollutants they generate. Preventing micropollutants from being discharged into the environment in the first place must become the touchstone of policymaking.

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Agriculture Pollution Stormwater Ozone 147