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Transforming flies into degradable plastics

Envirotec Magazine

A project that uses insects as a source of chemicals to make plastics that can biodegrade later is being presented at the American Chemical Society (ACS) Fall 2023 event, a hybrid meeting being held 13-17 August. But those natural products are harvested from resources that are also used for food, fuel, construction and transportation.”

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Plumen Hive shade is 3D-printed and biodegradable

AGreenLiving

-based company wanted to create a closed loop with the Hive shade and began by sourcing the manufacturing nearby to alleviate transport emissions. To complete the circle, the Hive shade is commercially compostable and will biodegrade in about six months at the end of its usable life cycle. It’s a bright idea! Plumen Images via Plumen.

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Tips for Sustainable Pet Ownership & Care

The Environmental Blog

Consider purchasing pet supplies like biodegradable litter produced from recycled paper or wood, as well as pet food that is manufactured with organic and ethically sourced components. Opt for products made from locally sourced ingredients, as this reduces the carbon footprint associated with transportation.

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Meet Our Members: Introducing Greentown’s Newest Startups of Q4 2023

Greentown Labs

Corumat , a Go Make 2023 participant back for its second Go program, converts organic waste into high-performance, insulating, greaseproof, and biodegradable packaging materials. Transportation Pirl is accelerating humanity’s transition to a future of clean, electric transport by developing next-generation EV-charging infrastructure.

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Efficient Tactics for Minimizing Your Carbon Footprint During a Move

The Environmental Blog

A proactive mindset can pinpoint eco-friendly moving companies, sustainable packing materials, and energy-efficient transportation options. Begin by reducing waste, using existing containers like pots, suitcases, and even dresser drawers to transport items. To counteract this, look for moving companies committed to green practices.

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10 Eco-Friendly Packaging Alternatives for Your Business’s Shipping Needs

Green Business Bureau

From recyclable plastics to biodegradable containers, there’s seemingly no end to the options available for the environmentally conscious business. BIODEGRADABLE PACKAGING PEANUTS. EPS is neither biodegradable nor is it economically recyclable, often finding its way into waterways where it can have adverse effects on marine life.

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Recent Deals – 27 April

CleanTech Group

Agriculture & Food Hazel Technologies, developer of biodegradable capsules. Looking for the latest information on cleantech deals? Find insight on recent innovation developments here.