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Sustainable Business Practices for the Food and Agricultural Industries

Green Business Bureau

Methane digesters: In the agriculture and food industry, waste is generated daily from the production of food to its processing, distribution, and consumption. Without thoughtful management, organic waste can emit methane gas as they decompose. The biogas generated can help businesses to save money by reducing their operating cost.

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Your Pet and Your Planet

Sustainability Consulting

From biodegradable toys to sustainable food and treats, the market for eco-friendly pet products is growing. Invest the time to look at the product’s packaging, consider the energy needed to produce it, and research whether it’s biodegradable or can be recycled. Check out this list for an excellent list of sustainable products.

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Managing Food Waste in the Office

Green Business Bureau

Food is the number one component taking up space in US landfills and it produces methane, a more potent greenhouse gas. Explore ideas that will take into consideration effective packaging, smart servicing and records of past events. Composting converts organic waste into soil carbon, averting landfill methane emissions in the process.

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Hotel Sustainability & Waste Management: Reducing Food, Water and Plastic Waste

Green Business Bureau

Food waste is a global issue, releasing toxic ammonia-filled leachate and planet-warming methane into the environment. Another way to save food from entering landfills is by starting a composting program to turn food waste into useful, nutrient-rich soil. Minimize Food Waste. Monitor and Evaluate Waste Management Programs Regularly.

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Waste Management Checklist: 26 Tips For Minimizing Waste

Green Business Bureau

By zero waste, we mean the conservation of all resources utilizing responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials. Waste and waste by-products can easily make their way into the air, soil, and water sources. The ultimate goal of this waste management checklist is to achieve zero waste.

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Online Event - VERGE Energy Conference

Green Market Oracle

The Fundamentals of Circular Packaging (Workshop): An increase in consumer awareness, corporate engagement and regulatory action has led more companies to set ambitious goals to reduce and reimagine their use of plastics and packaging. But there is a limited supply of RNG, and industries are competing for what little exists.