The Environmental Blog

MARCH 12, 2021

Opt for recyclable materials such as paper and cardboard. Even consider how you can use biodegradable and compostable packing materials instead. Likewise, choose your suppliers according to the materials they use in their packaging and encourage other businesses like yours to adopt more eco-friendly practices.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

A new range of biodegradable guards will help to reduce the environmental impact of planting new whips while improving landscape management, says the firm behind them. WhiptecBio tree and hedge guards are made from recycled material and are said to be 100% sustainable, biodegradable and compostable.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 4, 2022

Glass is not a biodegradable material, and therefore, is one of the worst things to dispose of this way. In fact, virtually all components of a fluorescent bulb can be recycled and used in other items and materials, and about 95% of an LED bulb is recyclable. Less Pollution.

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GreenTech Gazette

MARCH 1, 2023

Biological recycling: Biological recycling, also known as biorecycling or biodegradation, is a process that uses microorganisms to break down organic waste into compost or biogas. By transforming waste materials into new, higher-value products, upcycling can create a source of economic growth and environmental sustainability.

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Business Green

MAY 18, 2020

The Plastic Energy facility could then use low carbon energy from Viridor's site to power its recycling process, which transforms traditionally non-recyclable plastic waste into hydrocarbon products (TACOIL) that can then be used to make virgin-quality plastics.

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Green Business Bureau

FEBRUARY 1, 2021

There is a wave of new innovative eco-friendly alternatives to traditional packaging materials. From post-consumer recycled paper products to unique biodegradable materials, here’s a great overview of the latest options for your business shipping needs. Sustainable Packaging Materials.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 28, 2020

This is largely due to increased recycling rates – particularly for high impact waste materials – as well as reductions in waste generated and reduced landfilling of biodegradable waste. Glass remains the second most recycled material, with 107,000 tonnes, similar to 2018. tonnes per person.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 1, 2020

“The aim is to close the loop, with an interior composed from waste or thoughtfully sourced, natural materials , that will either biodegrade or easily disassemble for repurposing in the future. Nina+Co Images via Sam A.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 8, 2020

How it all started The concept is simple, really — develop and use products made from recycled materials to divert waste from the landfill , be transparent as a business and give customers an easy way to support those efforts with eco-friendly products they use every day. Every shipping package is fully recyclable and biodegradable.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

One of my favorite projects is called Every Kid Gets a Robot , which is a robot that I invented — it costs less than $20, is made out of biodegradable and recycled materials and I send it to kids for free in 12 countries, which is insane. The robot has been to more places than I have.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 23, 2020

Biodegradable packaging: Packaging is very important in the food and agriculture industry because it helps to preserve food quality and safety, reduce food waste, food-borne diseases, and extend the shelf-life of food. The use of these irrigation methods could avoid about 1.13

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Onyx and Green , another eco-friendly office supply brand, manufactures a diversity of products made from sustainable and recycled materials such as sugarcane paper notebooks, recycled rubber erasers, refillable coffee bean ballpoint pens and much more. For the Entrepreneurs.

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AGreenLiving

FEBRUARY 12, 2020

And once you’ve finished your mug of coffee, you can simply compost the bag and recycle the packaging, which is already made from recycled materials as well. What’s more, these bags are sustainable, plant-based and dressed in recyclable, compostable packaging. The bag needs to steep for just 5 minutes.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 27, 2021

The Circle by Norm recycling campaign aims to create a more circular approach toward making shoes. This means Norm will collect used shoes, give away pairs that can still be worn and recycle those that are beyond repair into new shoes. “With this first campaign, we hope to achieve 20% recycled shoes.”

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AGreenLiving

MAY 11, 2020

Weighing in at only 6 ounces, these shoes are better suited for leisure and errands than athletics, but they still offer a supportive, tri-density foam sole with EcoPure foam that aids in biodegradation and a hemp-based upper material. “We also incorporated a special foam sole technology that promotes biodegradation.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 1, 2023

You risk contaminating the whole load if you put the wrong things in your recycling. This might mean all the materials are sent for disposal instead of recycling, or the quality of the recyclable materials produced is lower. Moreover, these materials may not break down enough in household organic bins.

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Living Green Technology

MARCH 28, 2018

Yet these large household products are made almost entirely of recyclable materials. Recyclable Mattress Components Mattresses are a complex, multi-layered product. But, once deconstructed, the separate components can be recycled for many uses. Steel: Innerspring mattresses contain as much as 25 pounds of steel.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 1, 2019

The MountainFLOW packaging is also made from 100 percent recycled materials and is completely biodegradable. Although the MountainFLOW wax does include a little bit of soy, the eco-friendly product uses a high-quality combination of other plant-based waxes that offer a faster, more durable product.

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Grist

OCTOBER 1, 2022

Other concerns center on the greenhouse gas emissions of the chemical recycling process and, in the case of turning plastics into fuels, burning the end products, and whether those climate costs are less than those caused by creating virgin plastic. Englund asks. You know, hey, it’s just milk.”.

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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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Business Green

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Michael Michelsen, business development manager for Paboco, said the organisation's ultimate goal is to create a bottle that is both biodegradable and recyclable. The first generation of the Coca-Cola paper bottle will be designed so that the plastic and paper parts can be recycled separately," he wrote. That's an aspiration.".

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AGreenLiving

JULY 8, 2020

Related: Sustainably sourced sunglasses built to last a lifetime rather than a season Relying on natural materials was important to the DIVAK team, so it selected birch wood, a natural, biodegradable and renewable resource. The company also uses only non-toxic glue and recyclable materials for the other components of the sunglasses.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Through an environmentally friendly process, the plastic bottles are finely shredded and re-spun into durable and lightweight recycled PET polyester yarn. According to Solo New York, this recycled material reduces energy use by 50%, water use by 20% and air pollution by 60%.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Through an environmentally friendly process, the plastic bottles are finely shredded and re-spun into durable and lightweight recycled PET polyester yarn. According to Solo New York, this recycled material reduces energy use by 50%, water use by 20% and air pollution by 60%.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 26, 2020

Using recycled jewelry and recycled packaging, Bario Neal traces its entire supply chain and sources fair-trade materials. This jewelry is handmade in Laos using recycled materials — namely shrapnel from the Vietnam War. Article22 is another company to consider when purchasing jewelry for your fall outfits.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Its biodegradability, durability and high capacity for storing carbon makes hemp a promising green building material. Forbo offers flooring products partially made from recycled materials, with some individual products consisting of as much as 89% recycled content. CARPETING AND FLOORING.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 23, 2023

Look for certifications such as “organic,” “biodegradable,” and “non-toxic.” Opt for Plant-Based and Biodegradable Products: Choose cleaning supplies and personal care items that are plant-based and biodegradable. DIY cleaning solutions are not only safer but also more cost-effective.

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Business Green

MAY 14, 2021

That means embracing new partners, such as Evonik Industries, which provides the renewable and biodegradable surfactant for its Sunlight dishwashing soap in Chile and Vietnam. Or it might mean swapping out one material or component for another entirely, as Unilever is prioritising with its cleaning products. Redesigning products.

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AGreenLiving

JANUARY 15, 2021

Each timber-framed structure would be wrapped in textiles made of different recyclable, naturally biodegradable and water-resistant materials. Circular, prefabricated pavilions would be set up in public places to administer the vaccine; these pavilions are designed for easy dismantling and reassembly.

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The Verge: Energy

NOVEMBER 17, 2023

Bridgestone’s goal is also 2050 but is introducing models now with an increased focus on sustainability, like the Turanza EV , made of 50 percent renewable and recycled materials. Dunlop is promising 40 percent of its tires will be renewable by the end of this decade and 100 percent by 2050. As a concept, it’s pretty far out there.

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Grist

JANUARY 8, 2021

They are very difficult to move around, and they are not biodegradable,” Bank said. The typical thermoset materials don’t melt down,” said Derek Berry, a senior wind technology engineer at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. It’s like a big, hollow tube that takes up a tremendous amount of space.”.

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 20, 2021

If you’re a committed green business looking for eco-friendly ways to package your product, then you’ll be delighted to know the market is growing with boxing and shipping options that are reusable, recyclable, biodegradable, and made from recycled material. Eco-friendly Boxes Today: The Truth About Cardboard.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 26, 2020

Related: Tooth — the eco-friendly toothbrush made from recycled and biodegradable materials The plastic handles on typical toothbrushes are regularly found during beach cleanups, and the tiny nylon bristles have the potential to contribute to microplastics in the ocean.

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Business Green

JANUARY 26, 2023

Is that shampoo bottle as easily 'recyclable' as the label claims? What is the correct way to dispose of 'biodegradable' plastic bags? Which plant-based milk variety really has the smallest environmental footprint? And what even is 'carbon negative' beer?

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Business Green

JANUARY 6, 2023

Degradable / Biodegradable. If not, or if the item will ultimately pile up in a landfill, burn in an incinerator or be recycled, then avoid the term and its siblings, such as 'oxo-biodegradable'. Made with renewable materials. Do the materials grow themselves? Recycled content. What does that even mean?

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

Use 100% biodegradable, compostable and recyclable materials. Choosing packaging that is 100% biodegradable, compostable and recyclable offers an eco-friendly alternative to landfill. Biodegradable vs Compostable Packaging. Compostable materials are those that break down in a controlled compost environment.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 3, 2021

For shipping, the company wraps swimsuits in biodegradable plastic. The tissue and even the stickers are recyclable. Called the Feminine Energy Collection, the entire process puts sustainability at the forefront of every decision.

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