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.
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. The technology fortifies the banana leaves’ cell walls and prevents pathogenic agents from degrading the processed biomaterial’s cells.
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The Environmental Blog
SEPTEMBER 6, 2019
They’re either using plastic, biodegradable, or compostable bags , none of which are ideal. Plastic bags are not environmentally sustainable, biodegradable bags stay in landfills for extended periods of time, and compostable bags still require the dog owner to come in direct contact with the dog waste. Cubicus is that technology.
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.
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.
Business Green
APRIL 21, 2020
All items in the collection are made from biodegradable cotton and Tencel fibres, a patented material made from renewable wood pulp that is known for its silky feel and strong environmentally-friendly credentials. The collection, timed to launch on Earth Day, is a collaboration with classic British womenswear brand Mother of Pearl.
Green Business Bureau
NOVEMBER 5, 2021
Using their patented algorithms, Replate is able to locate food donors, connect them with nearby food rescuers and propose the most efficient path to distribute the food. Even better, all EcoEnclose boxes are 100% recyclable and biodegradable. They also utilize algae ink printing for a truly green shipping experience.
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