AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 6, 2021

Graypants Studio, with offices in Seattle and Amsterdam, takes the look of its lighting products seriously while placing a focus on producing them sustainably. Dash Linear is the latest installment in Graypants’ Scraplight series, an appropriate name considering they are made out of recycled and virgin cardboard.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 2, 2020

Slated for completion in summer 2021, the new extension will be entirely built, clad and insulated with timber materials for a carbon-neutral footprint. The hotel wing will incorporate upcycled materials from construction offcuts for the furnishings and surfaces.

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Business Green

JANUARY 31, 2020

In conjunction with the release of the Textile Exchange 2019 Material Change Index, GreenBiz has partnered with Textile Exchange to publish actionable insights for apparel and textile companies looking to source raw materials more sustainably. Leather is one of the oldest materials in the world. Invest in innovation.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

” These sustainable clothes are made from materials like classic hemp fiber, antibacterial Tencel and banana silk for wardrobe staples that are just as comfortable and eco-friendly as they are stylish. As an additional sustainability feature, Valani uses recycled materials as well as straw, hemp and jute for its packaging.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

” These sustainable clothes are made from materials like classic hemp fiber, antibacterial Tencel and banana silk for wardrobe staples that are just as comfortable and eco-friendly as they are stylish. As an additional sustainability feature, Valani uses recycled materials as well as straw, hemp and jute for its packaging.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 29, 2020

Related: This jewelry is made with upcycled gold from Dell computers Sustainable practices have always been at the heart of the company. All silver necklaces are also made from 100% recycled metal. The company maintained carbon neutrality throughout 2018 and 2019 with these decisions plus its commitment to carbon offsetting.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

We love that you love the planet, so we’ve put together some ideas of ways to enjoy the season without leaving behind a Sasquatch-sized carbon footprint. For example, select bracelets made from ocean plastic, shoes or sunglasses made from coffee grounds or indoor gardens sourced from recycled plastic.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 2, 2021

Traditional construction, home improvement and interior design are fraught with waste , chemicals and carbon release. She also hosts a popular podcast called “Green By Design,” which focuses on ways clients and design professionals can create sustainable design. But they don’t have to be.

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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. ” + Plural Designs Images via Plural Designs.

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Business Green

JUNE 6, 2022

A growing band of major fashion retailers have pledged to achieve net zero emissions and overhaul their design and manufacturing processes to make the notoriously resource intensive industry more sustainable. The collection is, in theory, a taster of Asos' entire product range if the retailer is to achieve its 2030 sustainability goals.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 28, 2021

Scientists recognize that while coffee grounds seem harmless, when in the landfill they actually release methane gas, which has a greenhouse effect 28 times higher than carbon dioxide. Called XpreSole Panto, the boots are available in high-top or low-top options made with upcycled coffee grounds collected from local coffee shops in Taiwan.

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The Environmental Blog

JUNE 13, 2024

This blog post will explore some easy and practical eco-friendly shifts you can make daily to live a more sustainable and cost-effective lifestyle. Embracing the reuse and recycle philosophy in daily Eco-friendly Practices Adopting the reuse and recycle philosophy is simpler than it seems.

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Business Green

OCTOBER 3, 2022

Ramping up battery reuse and recycling is increasingly regarded as critical to ensuring climate goals are met in as sustainable and efficient way as possible. These companies are banking on a surge of used EV batteries becoming available to recyclers over the coming years as the first generation of electric cars come offline.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2022

The question is, how can your business promote sustainable waste management, and achieve zero waste ? By following the tips given in this checklist, you can institute an effective and sustainable waste management program. Can you find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials? Types of Waste In Your Business.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 28, 2021

The World Needs a More Sustainable Fashion Industry. Sustainable fashion is our only option. The future of our planet, maintaining adequate resources, and protecting human rights all depend on our toxic fashion industry evolving to a more sustainable and circular fashion industry. Demand for Sustainable Fashion.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Just as you have blue bins for recyclable materials, brown bins are meant only for organic materials. Composting converts organic waste into soil carbon, averting landfill methane emissions in the process. Here are some useful tips: Simple and effective ways to manage food scraps and prevent ‘yuckiness’. Get a brown bin.

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