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. Upcycling: Upcycling is a process that transforms waste materials into new, higher-value products.
Green Business Bureau
AUGUST 6, 2021
Green Paper Products offers a variety of biodegradable and compostable plates, cups and cutlery as well as party ware for your Employee of the Month celebration. It must be noted that biodegradable and compostable mean different things and that these items cannot simply be tossed into the environment to decompose.
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Low Impact
MAY 5, 2021
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. Another option is a wicker willow coffin , which, like wooden coffins, are 100% natural and biodegradable. Wicker coffins. Choosing a burial site.
AGreenLiving
NOVEMBER 30, 2020
In addition to enriching the soil , flax requires less energy and water to manufacture into material than cotton. Even better, linen is completely biodegradable. Upcycled cribbage board For the grandparent who enjoys classic game time, give the gift of cribbage with the added benefit of reusing materials off the street.
AGreenLiving
DECEMBER 26, 2019
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. This cactus plastic begins breaking down in a month when placed in soil and only a few days in water.
Green Business Bureau
SEPTEMBER 14, 2022
Identifying areas of improvement as well as potential new revenue streams through waste recycling/upcycling opportunities. Launch an upcycle station for storing old or excess office supplies and equipment that someone else could use. Check out our articles on eco-friendly boxes and paper packaging and some biodegradable options.
Green Business Bureau
JULY 28, 2022
Waste and waste by-products can easily make their way into the air, soil, and water sources. Can you find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials? Tip #15 – Repurpose or reuse scraps from your manufacturing process : Upcycling is a process that takes old materials, and makes something new and useful out of those materials.
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