The Environmental Blog

JULY 4, 2022

Most people understand the importance of recycling. Reusing and repurposing materials decreases the need for new manufacturing, which, in turn, reduces emissions and waste. However, not everyone realizes that lightbulbs need proper recycling, too. Less Pollution. Reduced Environmental Contamination. LED Upgrades.

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Energy Central

FEBRUARY 9, 2024

Waste tires are a major environmental problem, as they are non-biodegradable, bulky, and flammable. alone, and only about 15% of them are recycled. The rest end up in landfills, illegal dumps, or are burned for energy, which causes air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions. According to the U.S.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

Mark Priestman, Managing Director of Non-Ferrous at EMR (formerly European Metal Recycling) writes. As the recycling industry innovates to embrace its role as a key player in the UK’s journey towards a more sustainable society, new challenges continue to emerge. The impact on EMR’s operations is – in some ways – profound.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 4, 2021

Conspectus of Biomedical Waste Management. Although the economy is restoring to an extent but an exponential escalation in the biomedical waste generation has posed severe persisting health hazards and environmental threats. 2] Since March 2020, the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB) has issued periodic guidelines under the.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

MARCH 26, 2024

Biodegradable hydraulic fluids, developed in response to this challenge, offer a solution that minimizes environmental harm without compromising system performance.    These eco-friendly fluids degrade more quickly and safely when exposed to natural environments, reducing the potential for pollution and facilitating easier cleanup.

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GreenBiz

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The latest culprit: Bacardi unveiled a bioplastic bottle that can biodegrade in compost systems, freshwater and oceans in 18 months. Bacardi is calling its initiative "a silver bullet in the fight against plastic pollution.". Plastic Waste. Respectfully, I’m calling it B.S. . First and foremost, context is queen. Biomaterials.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 29, 2022

Their production is often linked to high carbon emissions , water pollution, and plastic waste problems. Companies capitalize on research and development to create products that generate less waste, while others seek to make their products easier to recycle. Effective Waste Water Treatment. Conclusion .

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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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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

In an effort to help reduce food packaging waste, non-alcoholic spirit company Seedlip is introducing a Mycelium Gift Pack wrapped in biodegradable mushroom packaging. This fully bio-contributing material is also biodegradable, recyclable and compostable. Seedlip has partnered with the Magical Mushroom Company, a U.K.-based

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 14, 2023

Modern chemistry is quite literally rubbish, Flerlage and Slootweg write, as it facilitates the path of matter from extraction to pollution. Admittedly, over the past decades more and more sustainable synthetic methods have become available, minimizing or even eliminating the use of hazardous substances and waste.

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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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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Scientists have developed biodegradable food packaging material that kills microbes that contaminate foods. Food safety and waste have become a major societal challenge of our times with immense public health and economic impact which compromises food security. Chan School of Public Health, U.S. developed the material.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 24, 2022

From recyclable plastics to biodegradable containers, there’s seemingly no end to the options available for the environmentally conscious business. BIODEGRADABLE PACKAGING PEANUTS. For businesses looking for the closest alternative to this packaging classic, biodegradable air peanuts are now available. Similar U.S.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Choosing reclaimed wood reduces the fossil fuel use and pollution that comes from clearing and processing trees into lumber. RECYCLED STEEL. Recycling metal rather than using virgin ore helps preserve natural resources and saves energy. RECYCLED PLASTIC. minority and women-owned suppliers).

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 4, 2022

Today, the fashion industry is widely regarded as the second most polluting industry in the world, releasing 1.2 Synthetic fabrics such as polyester – which accounted for 52% of global fiber production in 2018 – take hundreds of years to biodegrade. Tip #2: Reduce textile waste.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 8, 2020

With it comes the struggle to control e-waste and its assault on the environment. Related: Pela offers biodegradable phone cases and other zero-waste products With a strong background in the industry and a quick $2.5 This is the first protective case for iPhones that is made from 100% recycled compact discs.

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Sustainability Consulting

MAY 19, 2023

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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Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 5, 2021

With sustainability at the forefront of business models, companies can operate sustainably while still allowing reduced carbon emissions and pollution, enhanced energy and resource efficiency, and conservation of biodiversity and ecosystem services. GREEN COMPANIES TO RECOGNIZE. Operating in most major U.S. Smog Armor. EcoEnclose.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Implement a Comprehensive Recycling Program . 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 local municipality doesn’t have recycling streams for glass and metals, reach out to waste management companies.

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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 20, 2019

Namely, it’s the best way to control your central heating remotely so stops you from wasting energy when you’re not home or not using it. Not only does insulation reduce energy consumption, noise pollution but it also helps keep your home warm in winter and cool in summer. #7 4 Upgrade to a smart thermostat. 6 Insulate.

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The Environmental Blog

MAY 7, 2021

For decades, harmful and toxic substances in household cleaning products have contributed to the pollution crisis across the globe. All of our spray bottles are made of 100% recycled plastic, obtained from Dutch supermarkets. Before we clean the planet, it’s important for us to take a look at how we clean our homes.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 8, 2022

“ The typical conference attendee produces more than four pounds of waste and nearly 400 pounds of CO 2 emissions a day. Tip #1: Implement an effective waste management system. pounds of waste per day, of which 85% is said to end up in landfills. Bring in recycling bins on-site to separate these items appropriately.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 6, 2021

While some industries such as fertilizer producers tap into this material, Studio newtab-22’s Hyein Choi and Jihee Moon saw the potential for this industry waste in the form of art and interior design products. Of course, it also means recycling a natural material into a usable and valuable product. The rest is here:Â .

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AGreenLiving

JULY 24, 2020

But the study, “Breaking the Plastic Wave: A Comprehensive Assessment of Pathways Towards Stopping Ocean Plastic Pollution,” also outlines solutions that could cut this plastic waste by more than 80%. With no intervention, the plastic waste entering the ocean could grow from 11 million to 29 million metric tons by 2040.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 24, 2020

But the study, “Breaking the Plastic Wave: A Comprehensive Assessment of Pathways Towards Stopping Ocean Plastic Pollution,” also outlines solutions that could cut this plastic waste by more than 80%. With no intervention, the plastic waste entering the ocean could grow from 11 million to 29 million metric tons by 2040.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 23, 2020

In the agriculture and food industry, sustainable business practices are intended to protect the environment, reduce waste production, increase productivity, and reduce operating costs. Without thoughtful management, organic waste can emit methane gas as they decompose. What are Sustainable Business Practices?

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 9, 2021

Related: Award-winning Fly-Ash chair uses recycled coal byproduct Environmentalists say the coal ash needs to be excavated and moved away from water systems, a much costlier process than cap-in-place. No (new) waste disposal facility would be permitted in this physical location,” he declared, as reported by CNN.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2022

Achieve zero waste with our waste management checklist. The ultimate goal of this waste management checklist is to achieve zero waste. By zero waste, we mean the conservation of all resources utilizing responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery of products, packaging, and materials.

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Grist

JANUARY 8, 2021

What I’d love to do is turn it into a blade waste brokerage business,” Nagle said. Nagle’s blades-to-bridges dream is part of an emerging effort to find creative ways to deal with blade waste, a fast-growing part of the overall waste stream that poses unique challenges. Unfortunately, in the U.S.

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AGreenLiving

AUGUST 26, 2019

One designer, Gaurav MK Wali, is an example of this goal with his use of discarded pine needles as a 100 percent bio-based and biodegradable material that can be incorporated into a variety of products. The full manufacturing process produces no waste or pollution.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 24, 2021

The title refers to the portion of emissions that are traditionally difficult to reach, compared to the more obviously pollution-belching propensity of sectors like electricity, transport, and heating (which account for 80% of GHG mitigation efforts). These emissions cannot be overcome by flipping a switch or buying a new car.

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Planet Pulse

OCTOBER 27, 2020

New research combining Planet’s high cadence satellite imagery and other innovative technologies has successfully found the sources and pathways of plastic pollution in the Caribbean Sea. Typically, temporary floating barriers called booms are deployed in ocean clean-up efforts to collect and contain pollutants.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

One of the biggest culprits of plastic and styrofoam pollution in the world is the packaging materials that companies use in shipping their products. From post-consumer recycled paper products to unique biodegradable materials, here’s a great overview of the latest options for your business shipping needs.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The latest culprit: Bacardi unveiled a bioplastic bottle that can biodegrade in compost systems, freshwater and oceans in 18 months. Bacardi is calling its initiative “a silver bullet in the fight against plastic pollution.” ” Respectfully, I’m calling it B.S. First and foremost, context is queen.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 15, 2022

Recycled Steel. Steel is one of the most common, and easiest materials to recycle in the world. While it is energy intensive to make, it is far less energy intensive to recycle. Composite is a combination of wood waste and recycled plastic, giving it the appearance of wood but with some of the properties of plastic.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 13, 2020

For this year’s Bangkok Design Week, which took place in February 2020, Thai design firm Plural Designs created the Everlasting Forest Pavilion, a temporary, tunnel-like structure built of biodegradable materials that promotes sustainable ideas and products to the public. The pavilion also includes a rest zone.

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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. As a result, waste could “just sit there.”

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