Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 1, 2023

Whether you’re a happy-go-lucky ‘wish-cycler’ – tossing waste in the hope it can be recycled – or one who routinely agonizes over different diameters of plastic wrapping, there’s no harm in picking up a clearer understanding of the whole process. It turns out there are two types of receipts floating around out there.

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Envirotec Magazine

JULY 15, 2022

Dyl Kurpil, Managing Director of enforcement solutions firm District Enforcement, argues that the best way to eradicate fly tipping, especially on a commercial scale, is to improve education and access to consistent, joined up, refuse services. Educating the public. In the vast majority of cases people want to do the right thing.

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Envirotec Magazine

JULY 31, 2023

Axil provides sustainable waste management services, including bespoke waste reports and data, a new storage system for hazardous waste, an upgraded waste handling system and improved recycling segregation. Axil will also overhaul the recycling segregation process, by providing visual prompts and staff education.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 9, 2020

Formalizing your office recycling program is often a great step forward in creating a more sustainable business and company. An official recycling policy can guide employees and demonstrate a sense of commitment toward sustainability in your business. Writing and distributing an office recycling policy document is highly recommended.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

MARCH 29, 2024

Since everything has a shelf life, some wonder if this way to use H2 is truly clean Are hydrogen fuel cells recyclable? Now, many are questioning how green H2 can be if the materials needed to use it as clean energy cannot be recycled. That said, there are many materials in these units that can be recycled.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

These issues underscore the importance of environmental education in schools. This blog post explores the role, benefits, and challenges of integrating environmental education into the school curriculum. Our planet faces significant environmental challenges, ranging from climate change to biodiversity loss.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

A state-of-the-art facility to allow the recycling of flexible plastics is to open in Glenrothes, Fife. The company behind the project, Yes Recycling, writes: As an experienced recycler, we specialise in hard-to-recycle plastics, including banknotes, hard hats, printed packaging film, and post-industrial and construction waste streams.

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The Environmental Blog

JUNE 3, 2021

There are so many benefits that come with an effective recycling program. If you do not have the right recycling program in place already, it may seem overwhelming to think of getting one started. Let’s dive into what you can do to set up an effective recycling program. . Pick a Recycling Coordinator.

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Greentown Labs

MAY 16, 2023

Michael Fletcher and Kristeen Reynolds are bringing their passion for sneaker culture, circularity, and community engagement to the pavement with DrinKicks —a startup turning food waste and recycled materials into shoes with 89 percent lower carbon emissions than their cow-leather counterparts. Think again.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Green Campus Initiatives are a comprehensive approach adopted by educational institutions worldwide to promote eco-friendly practices on campus. The benefits range from environmental conservation to economic savings, educational enrichment, and social responsibility. The importance of green initiatives cannot be overstated.

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Green Technology

JANUARY 26, 2023

MAIN PAGE EDUCATION PROGRAM SPONSOR PROFILES WHY SPONSOR ADVISORY BOARD REGISTER Resources Forum Agenda Education Program Leadership Awards Sponsor Profiles Why Sponsor? All education sessions and showcase videos will be available on demand following the live Sustainable Facilities Forum on May 18th. and many more.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 7, 2022

Our findings demonstrate that Prussian blue or its analogues are a candidate for improving the recycling of precious metals from nuclear and electronic wastes,” says Professor Onoe. By making the recycling of metals more efficient, Prussian blue or its analogue, promises to make the recycling more environmentally and economically friendly.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

The potential yearly cost of collecting and recycling these vapes – according to the same research – now stands at £200 million which currently isn’t being paid for by vape producers, importers and retailers. It also explored the preferred recycling solutions for vapes.

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Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 30, 2023

The householder is central to every decision regarding collections, recycling rates, and addressing ‘wishcycling’ which has also been in the newspaper headlines recently. Putting the householder at the centre of recycling, digital DRS provides them with control while being carbon efficient as the collection is still made from their house.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 26, 2024

The national composition of MSW is 50% organic matter, 35% recyclables and 15% landfill refuse. On the other hand, there are many innovations, such as strong participation by recycling collector co-ops, two material recovery facilities to separate recyclables, organic waste composting units, and power co-generation from landfill methane.”

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 18, 2021

This Global Recycling Day (18 March), Robert Lockyer, CEO and founder of Delta Global, a sustainable packaging solutions provider for luxury fashion brands, discusses some of the ways in which he believes the industry is making great headway in terms of recyclability, as well as where more can still be done. Product innovations.

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GreenBiz

APRIL 13, 2021

Without access to office recycle bins and other on-site programs, this is a perfect time to foster new habits with your employees that they can use at home. Here are a few tips to make this Earth Day engaging and transformational and instill lasting habits with your employees, even if life looks a bit different right now: Educate.

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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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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Propylene or polyethene pellets in a waste plastic recycling machine. As Europe remains the world’s second-largest plastic producer, the findings are timely and essential for achieving recycling targets and reducing the carbon footprint.

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Renewable Energy World

SEPTEMBER 14, 2021

With over 14,000 wind turbine blades expected to reach the end of their usable life within the next three years in the UK, recycling them will help the sector reduce its carbon footprint, according to the Wind Turbine Blade Recycling P2 report released by the Energy Transition Alliance.

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Green Living Guy

JUNE 21, 2020

The post How to Green Our Education System appeared first on Green Living Guy. Every day, more people join in by greening their lifestyles and creating a more sustainable future. Some schools, however, are still behind the curve. From producing tons of food waste per year to keeping Continue Reading.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

APRIL 24, 2021

discussing how to educate yourself on climate change and how to turn that knowledge into action. Hear from environmental education industry expert, Katie Michel, Terra.do’s head of Communications of Outreach, and learn how to put your knowledge into action. May 20, 2021. 5:00 PM – 6:15 PM PST. Virtual Event. About this Event.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Despite a growing e-waste crisis, 45% of young people have never recycled a phone. Only half of the young people surveyed (aged 16-26) trust that electricals get recycled when given to a recycler (51%). The remaining are either unsure (25%) or don’t believe they are recycled (24%).

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Business Green

MAY 13, 2022

Wind farm developer Vattenfall has committed to reusing or recycling all its old blades by 2030. Difficult-to-recycle wind turbine blades are set to be turned into skis, insulation, and materials for solar farms, as part of a new trial by Swedish wind farm developer Vattenfall.

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Green Technology

OCTOBER 13, 2022

EUSD has been recognized for two consecutive terms as an Apple Distinguished Education Program. Department of Education as a National Green Ribbon District. In addition, EUSD has developed and implemented an award-winning, comprehensive Health and Wellness Program that incorporates yoga and character education classes for all students.

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GreenBiz

JULY 16, 2020

A dozen years later, it’s still a massive problem — although data released this week by Morgan Stanley suggest that shifting consumer mindsets about electronics recycling, refurbishment, repair and trade-in programs could be a catalyst for change. First, some stats. But that’s a subject for another essay.).

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Living Green Technology

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Younger generations are already more progressive when it comes to being environmentally conscious, and some of that is thanks to our education system and how a variety of institutions are paving the way in terms of finding innovative ways to help preserve the environment. The school recycles everything from paper to steel and cooking oil.

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Greenability Magazine

MAY 19, 2020

The post Recycle electronics at Laptop Challenge appeared first on Greenability Magazine. To address this issue, the Federal Reserve Bank is asking employers to consider donating unused laptop computers to non-profit organizations that refurbish electronics and give them to families with lower income. Photo: Wesley Fryer / CC.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

MARCH 22, 2021

California’s ambitious goal of reaching 75% recycling by 2020 was unsuccessful – the state has only achieved 37% in 2019 ( 1 ). Michelle’s background is in business development and strategy, where at Compology she helps her clients to meet their aggressive sustainability goals while saving money on their waste and recycling operations.

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GreenBiz

AUGUST 26, 2021

They are also a threat to scientific and commercial satellites that we increasingly rely on for education, communication, navigation, among many day-to-day necessities. Rubicon is the leading software platform for waste, recycling, and sustainability solutions.

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The Environmental Blog

MARCH 20, 2023

Best practices for biomedical waste management include regular training and education of staff, the use of personal protective equipment, and proper documentation of waste management activities. Education and awareness campaigns can also be effective in reducing biomedical waste.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 17, 2021

Now, they’re urging consumer education and municipal guideline updates to help that fiber stay in the recycling stream. See the original post here: The grease and cheese study that proved pizza box recyclability.

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The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 14, 2020

Pick up litter, do your best to educate others regarding the importance of keeping habitats as they are, and report any issues that you notice to the relevant authorities. It is up to you to educate and guide anyone who will listen. When it comes to living a more eco-friendly lifestyle, recycling should be at the top of your list.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Helping menstrual cups go mainstream, redesigning children’s shoes to make them last longer, creating ‘lend and mend’ hubs in libraries and enabling polyester to be recycled again and again were the winning projects chosen by an independent Grant Fund panel of industry experts.

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GreenBiz

JULY 6, 2021

One key area where this can have an impact is plastic recycling. Around 90 percent of plastic used is not recycled — and reducing this number is crucial to achieving SDG 12: Responsible consumption and production. . Provide access to clean water. Shockingly, 2.2

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 6, 2019

the REMADE Institute recently issued its third Request for Proposals (RFP) to develop technologies to increase the recovery, reuse, remanufacturing and recycling of metals, polymers, fibers, and e-waste. Variations in market dynamics have led to dramatic decreases in plastic recycling rates in the U.S. manufacturing.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 7, 2021

The Barbie Loves the Ocean line includes three fashion dolls, a playset and accessories made from 90% recycled ocean-bound plastic parts sourced within 50 kilometers of waterways in areas that are lacking formal waste collection systems. View post: Mattel reveals new Barbie made from recycled ocean-bound plastic.

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