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 Images via Seedlip.

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The Environmental Blog

JULY 28, 2023

Plastic pet toys, plastic poop bags, and pet waste all have an adverse effect on the environment. From using eco-friendly pet products to handling dog and cat waste responsibly, practicing low-impact pet ownership is essential. Practice Eco-Friendly Waste Management Dispose of pet waste responsibly.

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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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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 24, 2022

This has led to a wave of innovative new eco-friendly alternatives from environmentally damaging packaging materials. From recyclable plastics to biodegradable containers, there’s seemingly no end to the options available for the environmentally conscious business. BIODEGRADABLE PACKAGING PEANUTS. Similar U.S.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

New fashion house Valani has launched its debut collection of biodegradable separates and dresses inspired by “light living.” The banana silk is made from a byproduct of agriculture waste; discarded banana stems are harvested to make way for new tree growth and then upcycled into this sustainable silk alternative.

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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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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

New fashion house Valani has launched its debut collection of biodegradable separates and dresses inspired by “light living.” The banana silk is made from a byproduct of agriculture waste; discarded banana stems are harvested to make way for new tree growth and then upcycled into this sustainable silk alternative.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 1, 2020

In an industry notorious for food waste, award-winning chef Douglas McMaster has achieved the seemingly unattainable — Silo , the world’s first zero-waste restaurant. Launched in Australia in 2011, Silo was heralded as the world’s first zero-waste restaurant. Its success spurred the creation of a branch in Brighton, U.K.,

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

RECYCLED STEEL. Recycling metal rather than using virgin ore helps preserve natural resources and saves energy. In fact, creating products from recycled steel utilizes 40% less water and reduces mining wastes by 97%. RECYCLED PLASTIC. You can find Tangent Materials green product certifications on their website.

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Living Green Technology

MARCH 28, 2018

Reducing waste takes many forms. E-waste can potentially leak into the soil and water supply while other products like mattresses can be difficult to dispose of because of size and materials. Though the dangers they pose are different, responsibly recycling both e-waste and mattresses reduces waste and saves money.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 23, 2020

Some companies might install energy-efficient lighting and allow their employees to have flexible schedules, while others might invest in sustainable sourcing of materials and a cleaner production process. Without thoughtful management, organic waste can emit methane gas as they decompose. What are Sustainable Business Practices?

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 27, 2021

This pattern leads to a lot of waste. If we want to combat this wastefulness, it’s time to start living life in a circle. Completing the circle means taking the waste and turning it into something new. The Circle by Norm recycling campaign aims to create a more circular approach toward making shoes.

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Grist

JANUARY 8, 2021

With 11,000 tons of blades expected to be decommissioned across Ireland by 2025, there should be no shortage of material to work with. What I’d love to do is turn it into a blade waste brokerage business,” Nagle said. They are very difficult to move around, and they are not biodegradable,” Bank said. Unfortunately, in the U.S.

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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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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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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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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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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. For now, we have something that can provide a reduction" when it comes to weight and waste, according to Michelsen. But it is a heavy material.

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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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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Back in July, Inhabitat introduced readers to the Solo New York brand, a sustainable fashion company making bags out of recycled plastic water bottles. Solo New York’s recycled fabric production starts with discarded plastic bottles. We took one on a hike down to McClures Beach in Point Reyes, California in the height of summer.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Back in July, Inhabitat introduced readers to the Solo New York brand, a sustainable fashion company making bags out of recycled plastic water bottles. Solo New York’s recycled fabric production starts with discarded plastic bottles. We took one on a hike down to McClures Beach in Point Reyes, California in the height of summer.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 3, 2021

Related: Aerie launches REAL GOOD swimwear made with recycled nylon Robinson said, “I was perpetually searching for a suit that made me feel good, and that I wasn’t itching to get out of as soon as I put it on. Robinson acknowledged the typically wasteful and polluting aspects of the fashion industry. I honestly never found it.

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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'. Less waste than / Less toxic than. Made with renewable materials. Do the materials grow themselves? Recyclable.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

This not only alleviates the world’s food waste problem and the associated landfill emissions, but it also lowers your waste collection costs. Not only does this divert food waste from landfills, it also encourages food affordability and accessibility. Use 100% biodegradable, compostable and recyclable materials.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 19, 2022

Tip #2: Seek goods and materials that are biodegradable and compostable : Products that are made from 100% biodegradable and compostable materials contribute less waste to landfills. Such materials can contain caustic or toxic chemicals which harm human and environmental health.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 16, 2021

Hotels require a vast amount of energy and resources in order to run, and with this comes an equally vast amount of waste generated. Having strategies in place to manage, reduce or eliminate waste is essential. Minimize Food Waste. Food waste reduction programs can be organized into four steps: Conduct A Food Waste Audit.

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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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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

This not only alleviates the world’s food waste problem and the associated landfill emissions, but it also lowers your waste collection costs. Not only does this divert food waste from landfills, it also encourages food affordability and accessibility. Use 100% biodegradable, compostable and recyclable materials.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Do you think addressing food waste in the office is too much of a bother? Doesn’t most waste happen in our households, restaurants and other food institutions? Reports show that most of America’s food waste comes from consumers – of which 60% makes up the workforce. How to Prevent Food Waste in the Workplace.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

JANUARY 25, 2024

Opt for digital invites to reduce waste and ensure a faster RSVP process. If physical invites are a must, use recycled paper or materials that are easily compostable. Additionally, encourage your guests to respond electronically to save on postage and materials.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 8, 2021

In order for a marina to become sustainable they must consider: Recycling shrink wrap. Taking measures to reduce waste entering the water . Prioritizing recycling . Landfill pollution – Plastic shrink-wrap, bottles, packaging and materials are not being properly recycled and disposed of.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 28, 2021

Related: Bamboo Compression Socks offer support via natural and recycled materials Known for its popular weighted blankets made of luxury bamboo lyocell, bedding company Luxome is now offering bamboo pillows (that are actually adjustable!) and bamboo sheets, using both non-toxic and sustainable materials.

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Business Green

DECEMBER 1, 2022

After several years of pandemic-induced stalemate, could a major new front in the war on plastic waste be about to open up? Free plastic bags and plastic straws were banned, retailers announced ambitious new waste reduction strategies, extended producer responsibility schemes were expanded, and millions of people bought reusable coffee cups.

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 12, 2021

Green Team leaders, Adam and Christopher, are diligent in their research of their suppliers to ensure that the materials they source are coming from like minded organizations that put an emphasis on environmental health, giving back and carbon emission reduction. But there are difficult problems to solve.

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Ecotech

AUGUST 5, 2019

According to a recent study, 79% of all plastic waste generated since the 1950s have been found in landfills. of all packaging waste produced from 1994 to 2012 ended up in landfills. Since eco-friendly packaging is made from recyclable materials, it reduces the amount of waste on Earth making it better for the environment.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Often when products claim to be made from recycled materials , companies are only talking about the bulk of the item. Most of the backpack, such as the outer shell, side panels and webbing, is made from recycled PET bottles, but the rest comes from recycled textiles like nylon, fleece and felt. View original here:Â .

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Business Green

MARCH 16, 2020

Bright Blue's Patrick Hall sets out four immediate actions the government should take to combat plastic waste. Plastic waste is a major threat to our natural environment. A policy story - we put forward several policy recommendations to help tackle the scourge of plastic waste. We are a long way yet from a plastic-free society.

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