Envirotec Magazine

MAY 11, 2023

The project, coordinated by the AZTI technology centre for four years, presented its results this April. BIOGEARS is a European project that was conceived to find more eco-efficient alternatives in the production of these ropes.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 21, 2023

Scientists at UBC’s BioProducts Institute find that if you add tannins to a layer of wood dust, you can create a filter that traps virtually all microplastic particles present in water, according to recently reported research. The skins, pulp, and seeds of grapes, during the wine-making process.

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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).

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AGreenLiving

MAY 6, 2020

Although the specialized system does require the use of custom Bace Seed Pods, they are designed to optimize growth while providing a sustainable option; the pods are composed of 100% biodegradable coconut fiber, not plastic. Originally posted here: Bace presents Rotofarm, an automated garden for your kitchen.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 25, 2024

One such product is glitter, considered a high-risk product type. SGS provides comprehensive testing services to help businesses ensure compliance with the provisions in REACH.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Land & Water cites a number of benefits accruing from the design of the new vehicle including the opportunities it presents to conduct precision planting. ” It can also work in subtidal and intertidal areas in water depths of up to 6metres.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 4, 2022

With this in mind, in this Green Business Bureau article, we present eight ways you, as a fashion manufacturer, can work to be more sustainable. Synthetic fabrics such as polyester – which accounted for 52% of global fiber production in 2018 – take hundreds of years to biodegrade. Sustainable fashion definition.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 29, 2023

Our glue is ethically sourced, has end-of-life biodegradability and has properties suited to replacing traditional formaldehyde adhesives,” says Callum Smith, one of the founders of the firm behind it, BindEthics , and also a student at the University of Birmingham. The new adhesive is claimed to be sustainable and non-toxic.

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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. In this Green Business Bureau article we present 10 greener packaging alternatives your business should consider: 1. BIODEGRADABLE PACKAGING PEANUTS. Similar U.S.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

From the study, the researchers have shown there is a clear relationship between virus concentration and the amount of dissolved organic carbon present in the effluent water. There are therefore tough regulations in place for wastewater treatment plants to reach low concentrations of biodegradable organic carbon in their effluent.

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Greentown Labs

NOVEMBER 25, 2019

The Advanced Materials Pitch Day zeroed in on materials for energy, manufacturing and industry, and bio-based and biodegradable materials. Programming included market overviews from Greentown partner Lux Research , presentations from Boston-area academics, lightning pitches from startups, and reverse pitches from corporates.

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Greentown Labs

MAY 7, 2024

Circularise presented a series of workshops to the Shell team and has identified three potential follow-on projects. Corumat Technology at a glance: Corumat (Yakima, WA) converts organic waste into high-performance, insulating, greaseproof, and biodegradable packaging materials.

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Greentown Labs

AUGUST 17, 2020

While the research indicates that the proteins are incredibly stable, if and when an NPU has to be disposed of, it is completely biodegradable. That’s one of our primary goals,” says Gold, “to make every component of our NPUs 100 percent biodegradable.” More than ever, there is a shared need to do something purposeful, he explains.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 14, 2021

Lead isn’t the only danger present in commercial paints. Volatile Organic Compounds ( VOCs ), for instance, leaves behind non-biodegradable chemical waste. Adding a few plants in your office space purifies the air, wards off illness, and increases focus. Opt For Eco-Friendly Paint .

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 21, 2021

One challenge which EMR faces is how it handles a series of non-biodegradable chemicals found in some plastics which are categorised as Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs). These chemicals are now banned for use in new products and alternatives have been found, but of course they are still present in older products that reach end of life.

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Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2024

But a tangled provenance is undisputed: Electrical engineering, for example, has its origins in observation of the natural world, and the electricity present in the nervous systems of animals.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Scientists concluded that the microbes were evolving based on the type of plastic pollution present in their region. Plastic doesn’t biodegrade, thus contributing to the world’s pollution problem.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 9, 2023

You might stumble upon forgotten treasures or items that no longer resonate with your present needs. Biodegradable waste can find a new life through composting, transforming into rich nutrients for gardens. Therefore, before delving into packing, dedicate time to scrutinize what you truly wish to accompany you forward.

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Better Ventures

JANUARY 8, 2021

Algae, which is sustainable and biodegradable, is an exciting feedstock for biomaterials and provides inspiration for innovative materials with novel properties. Startups are perfecting incorporating algae into bioplastics and eco fibers.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The textile is seemingly produced without the use of toxins and is “organic and biodegradable.” And the firm Cellugy from Denmark presented its EcoFLEXY product, described as “a 100% bio-based alternative to conventional plastic packaging.”

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 1, 2022

Ben Caspary, Founder of Booheads, a manufacturer of bamboo electric toothbrush heads, said: “I created Booheads in November 2020 to bring sustainably sourced, biodegradable bamboo toothbrush heads to customers seeking an alternative to the disposable plastic versions that end up in landfills.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 2, 2021

It is preferred to use biodegradable toothpaste that is not harmful to ingest by nearby animals. Packing your food is better than buying instant products wrapped with non-biodegradable plastics. Silence also means paying respect to the place since there are both seen and unseen elements present in the surroundings.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 16, 2020

Despite the promises and inflated price tag, biodegradable glitter ends up the same way as old-school glitter — wreaking havoc on aquatic ecosystems. festivals had already announced a switch to biodegradable glitter by 2021. So don’t expect any sparkle on your holiday cards, ornaments and present bags.

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Clean Energy Trust

JULY 22, 2020

Each year, we unveiled our most recent cleantech investments, gave impact updates on our portfolio, and presented compelling keynote speakers who imparted wisdom and experience to an audience of over 300 investors, entrepreneurs, executives, and industry stakeholders. Minnesota ?—?Wednesday, August (exact date and time TBD) Wisconsin ?

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Greenability Magazine

SEPTEMBER 15, 2020

The solution is drained, and the remains are dried before being processed into ashes that will be returned to the family in a 100-percent biodegradable, bamboo-based container. So, it’s cool to present an option that makes being greener so easy.”. The remaining water is sterile and is released back into the water system.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

All the chemicals , stiffeners and additives used to process leather also make it nearly impossible to biodegrade. Related: Miomojo presents luxurious plant-based leather bags The leather comes from the Nopal cactus , a plant perhaps better known as the prickly pear. Collections like Cactus are working toward changing all that.

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Green Living Guy

MARCH 9, 2021

Matching the service’s presentation and processes to the departed’s values is a unique way to honor their life. A funeral is a beautiful way to memorialize your deceased loved ones. Knowing that ecosystem interference and greenhouse gas emissions are fueling end-of-life practices can put a damper on your day of.

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Business Green

JANUARY 26, 2022

Levels of e-waste globally and the UK are continuing to climb and present both a significant risk to the environment and a drain on high value resources. Used electronics can be toxic and are not biodegradable, and when disposed in landfill can result in chemicals seeping into groundwater that damage marine and land-based ecosystems.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

Abiboo presented the Nüwa proposal at the Mars Society convention in October, which was attended by Elon Musk from Space X, George Whitesides from Virgin Galactic and Jim Bridenstine from NASA. The project, called Nüwa, ranked as a finalist among 175 projects submitted from around the world for the 2020 competition.

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2022

13) Steel and stainless-steel home interiors designed and manufactured with present-day technology fit the bill perfectly on sustainability and style. Beyond offering comfort and beauty, cotton, linen, and wool fabrics often use fewer (or no) chemicals in production than synthetic options and biodegrade more naturally over time.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2021

The development of bioplastics – plastics that are biodegradable and made of natural materials – provides businesses with eco-friendly alternatives for packaging and products, especially single-use items that contribute a lot of waste. What are bioplastics and are they truly biodegradable? Types of Bioplastic Degradability.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 12, 2019

So this holiday season, give out eco-friendly gifts or green presents that your favorite kiddos can enjoy all while helping the Earth, too. Its packaging is even derived from 100 percent reusable, recyclable or biodegradable materials.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 3, 2019

UMC Utrecht scientists presented their research at the Plastic Health Summit in Amsterdam on Thursday, warning that immune cells that attack microplastics are three times more likely to be damaged beyond repair, consequently prompting an immediate inflammatory response. With microplastic pollution everywhere, the findings are sobering.

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AGreenLiving

FEBRUARY 4, 2020

Related: 100% biodegradable, edible packaging is so much better than plastic In addition to exploring the sights and smells of Hidaka Ohmu, WEF participants were invited to create objects from seaweed themselves in Lohmann’s Department of Seaweed prototyping workshop. Every species has an equal right to life on this planet.

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Unsustainable

JUNE 17, 2020

It’s incredibly versatile, strong, sustainably grown, and biodegradable. It presents a viable vegan alternative to leather goods. Hijosa is striving to create biodegradable, eco-friendly, sustainable products that are also toxic-free. Bananas, technically the berries of the shrub, can be harvested only once per growing cycle.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 23, 2023

The Environmental Impact of Chemicals In addition to the potential health risks, the chemicals present in everyday products also contribute to environmental degradation. Look for certifications such as “organic,” “biodegradable,” and “non-toxic.”

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 10, 2022

so as to present an environmentally responsible public image; a public image of environmental responsibility promulgated by or for an organization, etc., These brands spend more time and money presenting themselves as green relative to the actual time and money spent on making a change and becoming more sustainable. Compostable Claims.

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