Low Impact

MAY 5, 2021

Refusing embalming (which is already prohibited in the Jewish and Muslim faiths) eliminates concerns about pollutants and toxins from the process entering the environment. A number of natural, biodegradable coffins and shrouds are explored below.) You could also choose a coffin made from 100% reclaimed and upcycled solid wood.

Sustainability 71

Sustainability Ethics Biodegradable Upcycling 71

AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Between rainforest fires and ocean pollution, much of the news is grim. Cactus plastic developed in Mexico Research professor Sandra Pascoe Ortiz and other scientists at the University of Valle de Atemajac in Zapopan, Mexico used prickly pear juice to craft a new biodegradable plastic. However, 2019 also brought good news.

Plastics 28

Plastics Biodegradable Recycling Recycling 28

Green Business Bureau

APRIL 20, 2021

How can we reduce waste and prevent pollution? Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Pollution Prevention & Water Stewardship. Companies all pollute at some level, whether it is pollution in the air, water or soil. Reduce packaging that is non-biodegradable. Is it hazardous?

Business Energy Monitoring 128

Business Energy Monitoring Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor 128

Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2022

Comparatively, poor waste management contributes to air pollution, exacerbates climate change, contaminates ecological habitats, and is harmful to wildlife and human health. How can you reduce waste and prevent pollution? Waste and waste by-products can easily make their way into the air, soil, and water sources.

Waste 148

Waste Waste Business Energy Monitoring Recycling 148

Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Identifying areas of improvement as well as potential new revenue streams through waste recycling/upcycling opportunities. Helping in setting waste reduction targets which in turn cuts down on disposal costs and wasted material, helps preserve resources, and lowers emissions and pollution. Incorporate Native Landscaping.

Waste 147

Waste Waste Plastics Packaging 147

Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

You can avoid a yucky and smelly bin by lining the bin with a biodegradable bag – ensure to separate stinky scraps like meat, fish, bones and greasy food into another bag to prevent bad odor; keeping a lid on and recycling regularly (consider composting).

Waste 167

Waste Waste Methane Recycling 167

GreenBiz

MAY 17, 2021

Growing up outside of Boston, Zack Angelini spent summers swimming, but one polluted river was off limits. "I Camargo and her partner developed absorbent underwear with natural, biodegradable fabric that maintains functionality for an average of 50 washes, or about two years. Zack Angelini, 29. Environmental Protection Agency.

Building Energy Monitoring 525

Building Energy Monitoring Business Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor Home Energy Monitoring 525