Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

.” “Despite warm words and promises to listen to health professionals and worried parents,” she said, “when it comes to the crunch, they have chosen to let the public down.” in line with the World Health Organization’s (WHO) guidelines.”. Soil and biodiversity. Working with business.

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Soil Biodiversity Plastics Business Energy Monitoring 280

TechCrunch: Climate

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

Most electronic waste isn’t recycled; instead, our dumped devices (and the toxic metals within) pile up in landfills, polluting the air and contaminating nearby soil and groundwater. The startup says its mission […]

Africa 98

Africa Waste Waste Pollution 98

The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Whether you’re a backyard chicken keeper setting up your first few poultry nesting boxes or a seasoned farmer, keeping up to date with modern practices is crucial to ensure the health and productivity of your poultry. Techniques like rainwater harvesting and water recycling systems have been introduced. Mitigation of soil degradation.

Building Energy Monitoring 195

Building Energy Monitoring Sustainability Energy Monitor Solar Energy Monitor 195

Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 26, 2022

At the same time, leaves and other garden waste are a boon for backyard biodiversity and soil. Come autumn, the sound of a leaf blower blasting leaves into piles, or the sight of a queue of garden waste-packed trailers at the recycling center is all too common, as trees shed their golden brown and yellow robes.

Waste 162

Waste Waste Soil Biodiversity 162

GreenBiz

JULY 17, 2020

The effluent is actually perfect organic fertilizer, and we take it back to the farms to build soil fertility and further sequester carbon — just like the sheep does. Pamani: How do the textiles produced by Agraloop stack up against recycled fabrics? The lack of strength causes issues like pilling. But that can all be fixed.

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Fashion Innovation Recycling Recycling 426

Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 15, 2021

Amy Jones, Associate Director with environmental engineering firm Idom Merebrook, considers the challenges of meeting zero waste targets when recycling land for development. Most brownfield sites have physical health hazards, such as uncovered holes and unsafe structures. Is a remediated site a clean site?

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Waste Waste Soil Construction 130

Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Agribed is sterile and helps to optimise bird health and welfare where the key benefit of its high absorbency ensures that poultry sheds stay drier and friable for longer. By recycling an underused source of material this further helps to reduce waste, increases sustainability for the industry, and also has the potential for cutting carbon.

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Sustainability Waste Waste Soil 246

Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Carpet Recycling UK, a trade association set up to encourage carpet recycling, oversees 73% of diverted carpet waste being sent to incineration at an approximate climate cost of £16.5 Less than 2% of carpet waste is actually recycled. million a year to society. million a year in unpaid climate harm alone.

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Recycling Recycling Waste Waste 246

Grist

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

A class of chemicals commonly used in plastic food containers and cosmetic products may have caused about 10 percent of the United States’ preterm births in 2018, according to a study from environmental health experts at New York University. Salads packed in plastic clamshells.

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Plastics Packaging Health Recycling 139

The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 11, 2019

Sleeping on a broken-down and unsupportive mattress night after night can have serious effects on your health. If you are suffering from any sleep-related health issues, deciding to purchase a new mattress can be one of the best decisions you make for yourself. Pick-up fees generally range around $30, plus the cost of recycling.

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Recycling Recycling Carbon-negative Health 150

Elemental Excelerator

OCTOBER 17, 2023

Elemental’s 12th cohort focuses on a range of societal challenges, including sustainable urbanization, building decarbonization, electric vehicle charging, last-mile logistics, recycling optimization and regenerative food production. The why: Soil carbon sequestration could remove 3.5 gigatons of CO2 annually by 2030.

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Soil Recycling Recycling Investment 111

The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 18, 2022

This includes using recyclable fabrics and has a minimal impact on the environment. Also, the fabrics assessed must have a little-to-no effect on farming, soil, natural habitats, greenhouse gas emissions, and water and microplastic pollution. Recycled And Treated Water.

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Ethics Fashion Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring 195

The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 4, 2022

Promotion Of Good Health. This is to say that many of the fabric structures use materials that are recyclable, like cloth as their main raw material. It’s important to note that fabric structures can be fully recycled through a manufacturer-supported process of recycling. Conclusion.

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Cooling Construction Soil Recycling 195

The Environmental Blog

JANUARY 17, 2023

An eco-friendly house is designed with recycled materials, renewable energy sources, and sustainable landscapes. To build an eco-friendly property, you should choose sustainable materials as much as possible, such as recycled plastic, reclaimed lumber, natural products, and recycled glass. Buy Energy-Saving Appliances.

Home Energy Monitoring 195

Home Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Cool roof Solar Energy Monitor 195

Green Business Bureau

JULY 21, 2022

The main challenges with building sustainability involve reducing overall impact to human health the and the environment. It will save you money in the long run in operational costs, reduce your environmental impact, and improve the health and lives of your occupants. Challenges. Increasing energy efficiency.

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Building Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor Business Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor 147

GreenBiz

DECEMBER 7, 2020

Almost one-third of the money that Nestlé intends to invest will be dedicated to cultivating regenerative agricultural practices that improve soil health and reduce dependence on synthetic fertilizer across 500,000-plus farms from which Nestlé sources ingredients. Close Authorship. billion to support those intentions.) .

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Agriculture Carbon-neutral Investment Soil 482

The Environmental Blog

JULY 14, 2020

The health of human beings depends on the state of the environment as well. Moreover, poor methods of managing waste lead to an increase in soil and water contamination and air pollution. The energy savings from recycled products also makes it much cheaper to recycle than to process raw materials. billion tons per year.

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Global warming Waste Waste Ozone 195

Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 30, 2019

According to the press release , “Chlorophyll Water has integrated a proprietary organic additive into the bottle mold of their 100% recyclable, BPA-free and non-toxic 20 fluid ounce bottle that accelerates the natural biodegradation of their bottle in biologically active landfills and anaerobic digesters.

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Biodegradable Recycling Recycling Packaging 101

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Virginia Lamb, Groundwork Education and Consulting, is an Environmental Educator with over 25 years’ experience in recycling, composting, soil health and organic gardening. She has a BA in Environmental Studies from Stockton University, an MS in Soil Science from UMass Amherst, and is a NJ Certified Recycling Professional.

Agriculture 52

Agriculture Innovation Sustainability Education 52

EDF + Business

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Toxic chemicals are used in food packaging and many are linked to health effects , like cancer or infertility. They can also pollute our soil, air and waterways, hurting more than just the person eating from the packaging. . Procurement professionals can make small shifts for their companies by making win-win purchases.

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Packaging Sustainability Health Europe 52

Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 7, 2020

The Summit will also discuss how the industry can contribute to achieving Net Zero, help restore soil health and underpin city projects for low carbon urban development. David Newman, WBA President, said: “We are honoured to welcome Lord Deben to the World Biogas Summit 2020.

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Climate change Soil Organic Waste 130

Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2021

A variety of different materials found at a greenhouse and nursery can be composted including leaves, flower petals, dead plants, soil, grass clippings, different papers, and most other types of disease free organic waste. This compost can also be used to organically help plant health and growth by being used as a mulch or potting soil.

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Sustainability Business Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Organic 148

R-Squared Energy

APRIL 15, 2022

This can imply high fossil fuel inputs to produce the fertilizer and a higher risk of soil depletion. Unlike most of the short-rotation crops that are sometimes discussed as feedstock for fuel production, trees can actually improve the quality and health of the soil. Recycling Carbon . Trees are different.

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Soil Natural gas Carbon Sustainability 78

Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 6, 2021

The Forest Stewardship Council offers certified printing paper with varying weights and sizes, while HP offers an ink cartridge and plastics recycling program. 100% of HP’s original ink cartridges contain 5% – 45% post-consumer or post-industrial recycled plastic. Inside Weather offers a variety of decor items as well.

Business Energy Monitoring 148

Business Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Biodegradable Energy Monitor 148

Low Impact

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

From Agroforestry to Seed Saving, Soil Health to Coppicing, there’s a range of stories, all beautifully told by on the ground practitioners.

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Soil Fashion Cooling Retail 95

Business Green

FEBRUARY 24, 2022

Telecommunications firm to beef up its offering of refurbished phones while encouraging customers to repair, recycle, and donate their old handsets to charity. Meanwhile, a new tie-up with refurbishment firm Recommerce will enable its customers to choose from a range of high-quality, pre-owned devices when purchasing a handset.

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Recycling Recycling IoT Soil 78

Envirotec Magazine

JUNE 29, 2021

In particular, it will explore the need to capture and recycle the 105bn tonnes of organic wastes generated by human activity every year – and turn these wastes into a valuable resource (1).

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Methane Waste Waste Organic 130

Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 5, 2023

There are also increasing concerns about the effects of agriculture on soil health, with detrimental effects including erosion, pollution (nutrients and pesticides), compaction, desertification and salinisation. Water can be recycled, and pesticides are almost completely unnecessary.

Energy Monitor 147

Energy Monitor Business Energy Monitoring Technology Solar Energy Monitor 147

Business Green

OCTOBER 4, 2021

The potatoes are grown with farming methods that remove carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, help improve soil health, and increase local biodiversity, according to Puffin Produce, which is investing in carbon offset projects to neutralise any remaining emissions from the potatoes' production.

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Carbon-neutral Carbon Soil Biodiversity 92

AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 13, 2019

Moreover, the health of humans, pets, wildlife , aquatic organisms, vegetation, soil and infrastructure are heavily impacted as road salts enter the environment, seeping into groundwater and draining via runoff into freshwater estuaries. Excessive road salt threatens public health and wildlife.

Health 28

Health Energy Monitor Soil Plastics 28

Business Green

NOVEMBER 28, 2022

The collaboration, which was announced late last week, includes an undisclosed level of investment to support wine producers keen to adopt regenerative viticulture practices focused on boosting soil health, biodiversity, and carbon sequestration, according to the firm.

Biodiversity 78

Biodiversity Agriculture Soil Retail 78

Business Green

AUGUST 18, 2022

To do this, we leave no stone unturned, from the grain and water that we brew with, to the recycling of empty bottles and cans once you've enjoyed your beer. "We want to enable consumers to enjoy a great beer while leaving the smallest carbon footprint possible. This is the right thing to do, for our business and society.".

Packaging 76

Packaging Recycling Recycling Agriculture 76

Sustainability Consulting

FEBRUARY 3, 2021

Approximately 25 percent of these electronics were collected for recycling, with the remainder disposed of primarily in landfills, where the precious metals cannot be recovered.” State-level E-Waste Recycling Programs Another way to deal with e-waste is to recycle it. million tons.

Waste 64

Waste Waste Recycling Recycling 64

Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

JANUARY 16, 2022

A panel of circular economy specialists exploring recycling solutions for solar and storage technologies. In this cleantech materials discussion, industry leaders will share insights on the economic mechanics of recycling solar panels, lithium-ion, and electronics. Eco-friendly processing will help everyone’s health.

Waste 97

Waste Waste Recycling Recycling 97

Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2021

A variety of different materials found at a greenhouse and nursery can be composted including leaves, flower petals, dead plants, soil, grass clippings, different papers, and most other types of disease free organic waste. This compost can also be used to organically help plant health and growth by being used as a mulch or potting soil.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Business Energy Monitoring Organic Building Energy Monitoring 78

Green Business Bureau

JUNE 8, 2022

Dry cleaning chemicals such as Perc are not only bad for human health but for animals and the environment as well. Contaminate water supplies and soils, making them toxic for the animals and plants that live there. Cause severe environmental accidents when it seeps down into the soil and reach drinking water aquifers.

Business Energy Monitoring 148

Business Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Sustainability Energy Monitor 148

Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

Plastic bags that are recycled incorrectly and land in the ocean end up floating around and resembling jellyfish. When a marine animal digests plastic, it can cause health issues such as infections, painful intestinal blockage, starvation or death by suffocation. It’s easy and economical to use alternatives.

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Retail Plastics Sustainability Fashion 111