Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 13, 2022

This breaks apart the chemical bonds in the lignocellulosic material, improving biodegradability and allowing the organisms responsible for anaerobic digestion to act on a greater surface area of material (therefore allowing higher loading rates or shorter retention times). This involves heating the sludge to 160-170°C.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 16, 2020

LA-based startup Mi Terro is using biotechnology to turn a portion of that food waste into sustainable fibers for biodegradable T-shirts. Using technology that re-engineers milk proteins, the company has invented a completely unique process that finds an innovative use for food waste and uses 60% less water than an organic cotton shirt.

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Biodegradable Startups Biotechnology Waste 36

AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

One organization, called Banana Leaf Technology, is helping to address the stark reality by proposing banana leaves as a biodegradable alternative to single-use plastic. Because the patented Banana Leaf Technology is customizable, other products are expected to be developed in the future, such as natural packaging alternatives.

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Biodegradable Plastics Technology Patents 28

Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

From post-consumer recycled paper products to unique biodegradable materials, here’s a great overview of the latest options for your business shipping needs. It is biodegradable and recyclable, and can often be used for renewable energy. Sustainable Packaging Using Innovative Biodegradable Bioplastics.

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Biodegradable Packaging Business Energy Monitoring Sustainability 146

Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

As more companies, governments and other organizations have realized the economic value in minimizing environmental and social impacts, sustainability innovation has served as the spark for revamping policies and regulations and improving business practices. Even better, all EcoEnclose boxes are 100% recyclable and biodegradable.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

This leather is organic, animal-friendly, sustainable and vegan. All the chemicals , stiffeners and additives used to process leather also make it nearly impossible to biodegrade. It’s grown on an organic ranch in Mexico. It’s time for animal leather to step aside. It’s also PETA-certified, made in the U.S. —

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