Mr. Sustainability

MARCH 1, 2021

Creating a circular European battery industry Summary - Northvolt has partnered with Hydro to establish a first-of-its-kind battery recycling facility. The recycling plant will be established as a green field development, under a joint venture named Hydro Volt, and come online in 2021 in Fredrikstad, outside of Oslo. Brace yourself.

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Mr. Sustainability

MARCH 1, 2021

Creating a circular European battery industry Summary - Northvolt has partnered with Hydro to establish a first-of-its-kind battery recycling facility. The recycling plant will be established as a green field development, under a joint venture named Hydro Volt, and come online in 2021 in Fredrikstad, outside of Oslo. Brace yourself.

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The Environmental Blog

DECEMBER 16, 2019

By calculating the thermal mass of the building , you can use materials that will absorb, store and release heat slowly. This will include the energy used during construction and delivery. To reduce your embodied energy rate, use materials that are natural, local, recycled and reusable. Renewable energy. LED lighting.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 18, 2021

The tax places a £200 per tonne levy on producers or importers of plastic packaging if they do not include 30% recycled content and will affect all businesses in this area. The Plastic Packaging Tax is Government policy aiming to directly increase plastic recycling in the UK and cut carbon emissions. However, challenges remain.

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Business Green

MAY 16, 2021

New prisons will have on site solar, efficient lighting, heat pumps and be built with recycled concrete and steel, government confirms. New jails will use new green technologies and modern methods of construction to ensure our prisons cut carbon emissions as well as reoffending.".

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The Environmental Blog

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

In that case, you need to use more fossil fuels, electricity and create more waste. Not only does it include the use of recyclable materials, but also concepts of green design and eco-conscious thinking. While they have to use energy like electricity, energy should be reusable. Natural materials. Wind turbines.

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Business Green

APRIL 5, 2022

Even toy cars are joining the electric vehicle (EV) revolution , with Mattel this week unveiling the first mass market toy line to be certified as 'carbon neutral' featuring zero emission toy cars and EV charging stations. Launch of Mega Bloks Green Town range aims to encourage sustainable behaviours in children from an early age.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

A local demolition site, construction dumpster or farm – Be sure to contact the property owner to get permission before hauling away any materials. RECYCLED STEEL. Recycling metal rather than using virgin ore helps preserve natural resources and saves energy. RECYCLED PLASTIC.

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Smart Energy International

FEBRUARY 16, 2022

The research is based at the Centre of Excellence in Smart Construction (CESC) at Heriot-Watt’s Dubai campus and will focus on four key areas: materials and waste management; building permits and regulations; new technologies; and education. Yet, the global construction market is expected to grow by $4.5 Dr Gillian Murray.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 3, 2021

We must urgently broaden the scope and look at emissions embodied in construction materials and methods – both for new buildings and building renovation.”, But more importantly, we need to factor in the massive emissions of the construction industry and supply chain, when calculating the climate impact of buildings.

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The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 17, 2023

An eco-friendly house is designed with recycled materials, renewable energy sources, and sustainable landscapes. When constructed properly, it can help lessen pollution and allow you to enjoy savings on water and energy usage, and it can increase the value of your home. Choose Sustainable Building Materials And House Décor.

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The Verge: Energy

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Illustration by Sisi Kim for The Verge Smarter tech and new recycling techniques might just mean our EVs get even greener. Here’s how Redwood Materials is putting recycling at the heart of the burgeoning battery belt. The solution, or part of it, might come from recycling.

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Grist

JANUARY 8, 2021

Because wind turbine blades are very large and sturdy, Nagle and her colleagues at the Re-Wind project are hoping they can be repurposed for electrical transmission towers, bridges, and more. The group is particularly excited about the prospect of using old blades to construct affordable housing. Unfortunately, in the U.S.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 23, 2022

Winners of the Plastics Recycling Awards Europe 2022 were announced on 23 June at the Plastics Recycling Show Europe in Amsterdam. Launched in 2017, the awards have witnessed a dramatic and inspirational rise in the circular use of plastics through increased recycling and recyclability over the last the five years, said the organisers.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

The so-called 'steel city' is set to play a lead role in a new government-backed study announced today, which aims to assess the feasibility of utilising green hydrogen generated from renewable electricity as a climate-friendly fuel for steelmakers.

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Charged

JULY 27, 2020

The cells will be produced beginning in 2024 at the Northvolt Ett gigafactory, which is currently under construction in Skellefteå in northern Sweden. The Northvolt Ett plant will be powered entirely by renewable energy, and will have in-house recycling capacities. Source: Northvolt via Electrive.

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Business Green

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

Car brand teams up with eco-tourist attraction to enable visitors to try out its growing range of electric vehicles. The company, which is owned by Chinese automotive giant Geely, is aiming to become an electric-only car manufacturer by the end of the decade, and the new Eden Project hub marks its first ever pure-electric test drive site.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 25, 2021

Architects Cosimo Terlizzi and partner Damien Modolo have created a lamia-style hemp and lime construction art studio in southern Italy. It combines traditional building style from the Valle d’Itria and Alto Salento region with modern and sustainable materials and energy management systems.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 1, 2021

Hotel construction and development that destabilizes natural ecosystems, impacts climate change and displaces local communities and cultures. Reduce Waste and Recycle. Design a recycling program for your hotel that ensures employees and guests are all partaking in this initiative.

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AGreenLiving

JANUARY 28, 2020

Built mainly from wood and recycled materials, the minimalist and contemporary shelter was inspired by a large natural boulder located close by. The wooden walls were placed atop a plinth made of recycled paving stones. All the construction was done on site without electricity, mainly with hand tools.

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Business Green

AUGUST 5, 2020

The programme, launched in 2013, was designed to drive a more circular economy and encourage reuse and repair across a number of priority areas, including food, textiles, plastics, electricals, chemicals, healthcare, and the built environment.

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Business Green

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

More than 155,000 tonnes of waste electricals end up in British household bins every year, according to research by non-profit Material Focus, while 32,000 tonnes are illegally exported. Most electronic devices are recyclable and contain valuable and reusable materials.

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AGreenLiving

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Plus, if buyers want to set up in a spot without electricity or water hook-ups, solar battery kits or water pumping stations are easy additions. For materials, the company chose durable cross-laminated timber and natural, recyclable materials. Inside, the homes offer a blank slate for buyers to add their personal touches.

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Grist

MARCH 21, 2024

But that’s beginning to change — electric heat pump sales are outpacing gas boilers, and some cities have passed resolutions banning the use of natural gas in new construction. At best, going electric fully displaces those greenhouse gases. Gas stoves consume about the same amount. “The bubbles are crazy.”

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Greentown Labs

MARCH 21, 2023

Buildings frakktal is a B2B materials company developing bio-based polymer processes for the replacement of fossil-fuel-based feedstocks across industries. Electricity Active Surfaces unlocks dual land-use applications through its ultra-thin-film, flexible solar technology. The startup is part of the inaugural ACCEL cohort.

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Charged

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Volvo Construction Equipment and Mack Trucks , both Volvo Group companies, recently delivered an electric excavator and an electric refuse truck to Boca Raton, Florida-based Coastal Waste & Recycling, which has 25 locations in Florida, Georgia and South Carolina, and operates more than 700 vehicles.

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Business Green

AUGUST 5, 2020

The programme, launched in 2013, was designed to drive a more circular economy and encourage reuse and repair across a number of priority areas, including food, textiles, plastics, electricals, chemicals, healthcare, and the built environment.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 12, 2020

Nature also informed the design and orientation of the home, which relies on cross breezes and strategically located roof eaves to stay naturally cool while minimizing the use of electricity. Environmentally friendly recycled materials were also used for the building structure, facade, finishes and interior.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 12, 2020

Nature also informed the design and orientation of the home, which relies on cross breezes and strategically located roof eaves to stay naturally cool while minimizing the use of electricity. Environmentally friendly recycled materials were also used for the building structure, facade, finishes and interior.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 26, 2020

Certified LEED v4 Platinum in September 2019, Stockman Bank’s downtown Missoula branch spans 67,753 square feet across six floors, two of which are used as parking with space for 137 vehicles, covered bicycle parking and electric vehicle charging systems. Approximately 70% of recycled material was used in the steel frame construction.

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The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 24, 2024

Consider upgrading to Energy Star-rated appliances and switch to LED light bulbs to significantly cut down on electricity consumption. Waste Reduction and Recycling Canada generates a substantial amount of waste each year, and adopting a zero-waste mindset can help mitigate this environmental impact.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 26, 2021

The construction industry is responsible for considerable pollution and waste. Builders are leaning into innovative designs and material development to curb the environmental impact through sustainable architecture. Building materials In alignment with another Sustainable Building Council Ltd. The process also minimizes waste.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 12, 2020

Nature also informed the design and orientation of the home, which relies on cross breezes and strategically located roof eaves to stay naturally cool while minimizing the use of electricity. Environmentally friendly recycled materials were also used for the building structure, facade, finishes and interior.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 13, 2020

Related: Henning Larsen breaks ground on BEAM Platinum-targeted Shaw Auditorium in Hong Kong The smart air quality monitoring system is one of several smart systems designed to reduce electricity demand.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 2, 2021

Traditional construction, home improvement and interior design are fraught with waste , chemicals and carbon release. Office and clubhouse in San Antonio, TX This project incorporated recycled paper countertops, furniture and art pieces made from reclaimed wood, non-toxic wallpaper, recycled PET area rugs and pre-loved books and accessories.

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Business Green

MARCH 17, 2022

In its latest report , the National Infrastructure Commission said 2021 had been "a year of slow progress" across a number of briefs, including heating decarbonisation, recycling, energy efficiency, and electric vehicle charge points.

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Business Green

JANUARY 21, 2021

Food is the most carbon intensive industry, accounting for around 25 per cent of global CO2, followed by construction at 10 per cent, it estimates. Increasing process efficiency and the use of recycled materials, as well as buying more renewable power, provides companies with major climate gains at very low costs.".

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