Greentown Labs

JANUARY 9, 2024

Carbon Upcycling Technologies (Calgary, Alberta, Canada) is a circular-decarbonization solution for hard-to-abate industries–-utilizing low-purity industrial CO 2 and industrial byproducts to decarbonize cement. develops an ultra-lightweight, flexible solar technology for the built environment. Endeavor Composites, Inc. Knoxville, Tenn.,

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Unsustainable

MAY 1, 2019

The Vanderful team plans to bring education and adventure to West Africa, after it captured their hearts during time spent teaching and living in Namibia. Vanderful knows that these are the innovators of the future, but African children still have the lowest access to education in the world.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 27, 2021

One project at a time, they have drawn attention to sustainable actions and corporate responsibility when it comes to protecting the environment. Nike playground is made of 20,000 upcycled sneakers. Read the rest here:Â .

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

Key outcomes from each project are detailed below: DAME – Helping menstrual cups go mainstream   The perfect circular sustainable period product, the menstrual cup, has existed for decades, yet it remains a niche product that only 5% of people with periods use. 1 DAME aimed to break down the barriers to using menstrual cups.

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GreenBiz

OCTOBER 14, 2020

With stronger digital integration, we are rapidly seeing the need for education and new skills in the fashion workforce. In the move from physical to virtual engagement, education will be critical. "We It’s clear that the potential of new technologies to bring forward more sustainable ways of consuming fashion is endless.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

JUNE 1, 2023

Join DCF on Thursday, June 1st for our Beach Bash where we will kickstart with a beach cleanup, followed by a community upcycling project, conservation conversation with Ocean Spirits and fun in the sun. Sustainable fishing practices are essential for preserving fish stocks in Grenada’s waters.

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Greenability Magazine

AUGUST 25, 2020

Nearly a year later, the self-proclaimed Urban Chicken Whisperers have created public displays, educational videos and chicken coops made from recycled and repurposed materials. In phase one, they created and installed three educational chicken displays about food deserts, raising chickens and egg nutrition.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 4, 2021

The roles of markets and consumers, education, trade, partnerships and innovation are key to driving the circular economy transition, speakers said. In the private sector, circular enterprises are contributing to improving the environment while sustaining livelihoods in Africa.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

The Redress Design Award is using competition to shine a spotlight on sustainable fashion and make eco-friendly style something that all designers strive to achieve. This is also an event that is designed to educate up-and-coming designers about sustainable fashion. The 2020 Redress Design Award wrapped with two winners.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 25, 2021

Upcycling the sustainably sourced bamboo and salvaged Araucaria timber from the production of the Flow Hive models resulted in the development of the Flow Pollinator House. based pollinator advocacy, education, and protection groups. The house offers protection for hard-working native solitary nesting bees.

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Business Green

MAY 21, 2021

Today, the company launched its ReBird platform , a centralised hub on the company site that gives customers an inside look at its circular initiatives - from upcycling and resale to care and repair. With all these upcycled products, we want to make sure we are solving a problem. Circular strategy in motion.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

A collaboration with the Centre for Sustainable Fashion , the 29 women’s, men’s and unisex styles aim to prove that eco-friendly clothing can also be chic. Related: The Redress Design Award is making sustainable fashion an industry standard To create the new Fall 2020 collection, ASOS designers put together a set of goals.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

A collaboration with the Centre for Sustainable Fashion , the 29 women’s, men’s and unisex styles aim to prove that eco-friendly clothing can also be chic. Related: The Redress Design Award is making sustainable fashion an industry standard To create the new Fall 2020 collection, ASOS designers put together a set of goals.

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Greentown Labs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

The startup won $25,000 from the New Climate Ventures Sustainability Investment Prize at the 2023 Rice Business Plan Competition; took home the grand prize and audience choice award at the MIT $100K LAUNCH Competition ; and was selected for both the 2023 Cleantech Open Northeast and Venture For ClimateTech cohorts.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 19, 2021

Today, the company launched its ReBird platform , a centralized hub on the company site that gives customers an inside look at its circular initiatives — from upcycling and resale to care and repair. The company is upcycling materials from a jacket line to create new products. ” Why now?

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AGreenLiving

JULY 2, 2021

Reiner brings an interesting background to the profession, with educational and practical experience in interior decorating as well as a degree in environmental science and a Master’s of Marine Science and Management. “In [the past] 5-7 years there’s been a huge increase in overall awareness, self-education and concern.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 14, 2020

If you’re a fan of Inhabitat, chances are your partner supports sustainable living as well! Related: Where to find eco-friendly engagement and wedding rings Comfy, sustainable underwear Perhaps the best part of buying sustainable underwear? Bedding Snuggle up to your sweetie in bedding made of soft, sustainable material.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

Our shopping guide makes it simple to find sustainably made, easy-to-purchase presents that you can feel good about giving over the holidays. Help them shop sustainably with a digital thrift store gift card from Rent the Runway or thredUP. Upcycled clutch from Jungalow Jungalow specializes in bright colors and bold botanical patterns.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 24, 2021

The global coffee chain is preparing to pioneer an ambitious new sustainable approach to the design of its outlets. This month Starbucks is opening its first international Greener Store, in Shanghai, designed to showcase sustainability in the way that Starbucks Roasteries provide an "immersive coffee experience."

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Low Impact

SEPTEMBER 12, 2021

I want to get Eloise’s: advice for anyone considering a career as a weaver opinions on the sustainability of weaving and craft production ideas about how craft production and mutual credit are a match made in heaven. I was teaching in higher ed, but also running an upcycling dressmaking business. Hello Eloise.

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Greentown Labs

JUNE 21, 2023

deploys a biorefining platform that upcycles organic waste to fatty-acid biochemicals that can be used in a wide range of applications. As an integral part of Tandon’s Sustainable Engineering Initiative and NYU Tandon Future Labs network , the UFL is home to programs focused on policy, education, and market solutions for the green economy.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 27, 2021

Petite Lucette Launches a Sustainable and Circular Fashion Brand . Launched in 2014, Petite Lucette is a sustainable and circular fashion brand founded by French sisters, Anaïs and Clémence. They even upcycle fabric scraps into accessories to reduce the millions of tons of textile waste that enter landfills each year.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 28, 2023

Earth Day Ideas for Companies and Their Employees Earth Day week is a great time to engage employees and accelerate progress on your sustainability program. With many employees working from home or remotely, companies need to adjust their approach to sustainability in the workplace.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

By prohibiting items like plastic bags and disposable cutlery , these bans encourage the adoption of more sustainable alternatives and curb the environmental harm caused by plastic litter. For instance, if you’re wondering what to do with your VHS collections , consider donating them to educational institutions or collectors.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 29, 2022

SUSTAINABLE BREWERIES. There are many actions breweries can take to reduce their environmental footprint, prevent pollution, conserve natural resources, and be a model of sustainability. These actions are what’s needed for brewery sustainability. The Brewery Sustainability Challenge: The Environmental Impact of Beer.

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Elemental Excelerator

MAY 19, 2022

Guided by that sentiment, I am heartened to support entrepreneurs like Bonnie who are taking the time to work within communities, building proper systems and strong businesses that can be sustained, and filling the void at the end of the sidewalk with new beginnings. Where It All Began. Partnering Up.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 7, 2021

With many employees still working from home or remotely, companies need to adjust their approach to sustainability in the workplace. Your sustainability program may need new green initiatives and more involvement from your employees since their homes have become part of your carbon footprint. Walk or ride a bike instead of driving.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 20, 2021

It is the world’s first mobile industrial-grade plastic trash upcycling platform. The Trashpresso unit is only the size of two industrial refrigerators and is designed to help with the collection, sorting and upcycling of plastic waste with a minimal air and water footprint. Miniwiz Images via World Design Organization.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

To help combat the world’s waste problem, here are 10 ways to engage your employees for World Cleanup Day and for your long-term commitment to sustainability. Identifying areas of improvement as well as potential new revenue streams through waste recycling/upcycling opportunities. Conduct a Waste Audit.

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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. Office waste.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 14, 2020

With stronger digital integration, we are rapidly seeing the need for education and new skills in the fashion workforce. In the move from physical to virtual engagement, education will be critical. It’s clear that the potential of new technologies to bring forward more sustainable ways of consuming fashion is endless.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 9, 2019

According to the National Environmental Education Foundation (NEEF), Americans throw out about 25 percent more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s Day compared to the rest of the year. Though foraging is a sustainable way to decorate your home, there are a few things to consider. The possibilities are endless.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 29, 2020

Online fashion retailer has trained its designers in making its clothing and jewellery more sustainable, recyclable and reusable. Where possible, the company is also encourang the use 'upcycle' of techniques that reuse old products to create "something new".

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

In 2017, when LimeLoop, an IoT solution for sustainable e-commerce shipping logistics, started, it was in response to the amount of waste caused by e-commerce. LimeLoop partners directly with retail companies and provides them with a set of reusable packages made from upcycled billboard vinyl and lined with recycled cotton.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 13, 2021

This is an extraordinarily unique gift for the camera lover in your life that offers the basics of photography along with sustainable and recycled materials. bags “The future of fashion is circular, meaning items are sustainably produced, used and reused with love, then upcycled into other equally valuable items. Nena and Co.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 17, 2019

Known for its work in reducing textile waste in the fashion industry, Redress has just hosted its 2019 Design Awards — the world’s largest sustainable fashion design competition. Let’s take a look at the winners! The runner-up of the 2019 event was Spanish designer Orsola de Castro.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

To achieve effective results for reducing and properly managing food waste, employees play a huge role and must be properly educated and engaged. Oluwatosin (Tosin) Folorunso is a Master’s student of Global Sustainability, an entrepreneur, and content writer for Green Business Bureau.

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