Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

RECYCLED PLASTIC. Recycled plastic used in construction offers a building material that has a lower carbon footprint and is stronger than brick, all while tackling our plastic waste problem ( 367 million metric tons produced globally in 2020). You can find Tangent Materials green product certifications on their website.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 24, 2020

The Terrex Free Hiker Parley shoes are constructed using a sustainable combination of the company’s Boost technology and Parley for the Oceans’ recycled plastic material. This is the first in Adidas’ Terrex Free Hiker collection to incorporate Parley Ocean Plastic yarn, which is made from upcycled plastic waste collected from coastal areas.

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Greentown Labs

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Carbon Upcycling Technologies utilizes point-source CO2 and mineralizes it with waste materials to create supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) that can be used in building materials. Molecule Works develops a solid sorbent Direct Air Capture (DAC) system using a novel reactor and contactor configuration. Resiliency + Adaptation.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 4, 2020

It uses a combination of upcycled, crushed PVC pipe sold as post-consumer scrap as well as discarded wood from the designer’s other projects. Broken and discarded plastic pipes make up the top part of the seat, while the remaining legs and seat support were constructed using off-cuts of walnut that KALO had left over from a prior design.

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AFN Sustainable Protein

AUGUST 25, 2022

The company sources this food waste — which it likes to call “organic byproduct”– from food processors, retail food chains, and fruit markets. This led them to start projects in paper and plastic upcycling but then they came to another realisation; that food waste was considered a negative value resource.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 12, 2021

A material not often considered when it comes to construction is plastic. Instead of relying on materials that require mining, extracting or a lot of processing, recycled plastic offers an excellent sustainable alternative for many construction projects. Organic Materials. straw, recycled plastics, etc.).

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 15, 2022

With this in mind, manufacturing organizations need to realize the environmental impact of their operations, to create sustainable manufacturing processes. We’ll also talk about how you can properly plan and organize green initiatives for maximum success. bubble wrap and plastic sheets). In 2020, two-thirds of U.S.

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Envirotec Magazine

MAY 4, 2021

As a strategic partner and host of its secretariat, the African Development Bank organized the event in collaboration with the World Economic Forum. One of those enterprises is Ecopost, which has upcycled 5 million kilograms of plastic waste into building materials and created over 2,000 jobs for youth and women.

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Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 16, 2022

With this in mind, in Europe, the Green Sports Alliance have brought large football organizations together to push for environmentally friendly ways to enjoy these games. Look to eliminate plastic. Team games should be better organized and scheduled to reduce travel. million tonnes of CO 2e.

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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. Through their Planet Partners program, roughly 1 million plastic bottles are collected each day and then incorporated into new products.

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2022

Less than 10% of plastic gets recycled, and we’re now each ingesting a credit cards’ worth of microplastics a week. Be sure to have a hazardous waste recycling policy that stretches beyond simply paper and plastics to ensure the greatest amount of waste is diverted from landfills. Upcycle Items You Already Own.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Give grandpa one of 13 color options, all manufactured using an innovative fabric made entirely from plastic bottles. Organic handmade pasta Even if you haven’t mastered the art of making handmade pasta yourself, you can give the gift of organic food. Organic semolina is non-GMO and is grown sans pesticides or fertilizers.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 27, 2019

Anyone who has made efforts to go zero-waste or plastic-free knows how difficult it can be to maintain those goals while finding meaningful presents for loved ones. Watch packaging When it comes to gifting, watch out for extra packaging, especially plastic foam and molded, unrecyclable plastic.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 6, 2020

Even better, when you register to track the jacket, Reima will donate to organizations that help clean toxic blue-green algae from the Baltic Sea. We know that polyester recycling is possible, and by creating a proper ecosystem, we are heading to add even more value through upcycling.” Reima Images via Reima.

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Green Business Bureau

MAY 12, 2022

Trusted third-party organizations like LEED, B Corp and Green Business Bureau provide certification programs that can prove your company’s green cred. Organic and Sustainable Food Certifications. Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Do we use plastic bottles for water? Green Product Certifications.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Related: Eco-friendly subscription boxes to gift this holiday season JOCO reusable, glass coffee cups JOCO has been a strong advocate for the “Refuse all plastic, stop disposable waste” message. Recycled glass artworks Upcycling glass is a good way to minimize waste and create eco-art for all to enjoy.

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AGreenLiving

JANUARY 7, 2022

Each tile is made using upcycled post-consumer materials. At a local level, LIVDEN shows its commitment to the community through recycling all metals, glass and plastics that leaves the facility. It also organizes annual community service events and offers employees full benefits and livable wages. + LIVDEN Images via LIVDEN.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 27, 2021

In their quest to develop a fully organic line, it was initially difficult to find organic fabrics that were both affordable and available in an array of unique colors and textures. Organic Is The New Black. Organic cotton is less water intensive than conventional cotton. But every improvement and small adjustment counts!

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 27, 2020

The laces are made from recycled plastic bottles, the insoles use castor bean oil and even the shipping boxes are made from 90% recycled cardboard. Upcycled clutch from Jungalow Jungalow specializes in bright colors and bold botanical patterns. million plastic water bottles bound for a dubious fate.

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Green Business Bureau

JUNE 27, 2022

Tracking whether the people or teams assigned to a given initiative complete them brings accountability to the organization. ESG reporting is a major requirement for public companies, as such, reporting helps investment managers understand the risk profile of a given organization (e.g. Do we use plastic bottles for water?

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 20, 2021

Plastic pollution is a major climate threat and now there’s a unique solution. The World Design Organization named Trashpresso, designed by Miniwiz, a World Design Impact Prize Winner for 2021. It is the world’s first mobile industrial-grade plastic trash upcycling platform.

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Green Business Bureau

MAY 12, 2021

Below is one way to consider organizing a large program with sub committees. Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Do we use plastic bottles for water? Tasks can be managed by department or by sustainability category. Note the key metrics and questions each sub group should manage. Is it hazardous?

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 30, 2021

The majority (50%) of organizations thought sustainability was “ fairly well ” integrated, as opposed to an ideal “ extremely well ” target. It’s a living, integral part of your business that needs room to grow organically, adjust flexibly, and evolve to your company’s changing needs. Do we use plastic bottles for water?

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 22, 2020

This activity can be beneficial to both staff and management of an organization as it enables business leaders to engage with employees, listen to challenges they face, observe and understand the process, identify sources of waste or opportunities for improvement in their daily operations and improve collaboration.

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Grist

NOVEMBER 12, 2019

Crystal-clear liquid flows from the array into big plastic drums, which chemists wheel toward a tall metal still. The team hopes that selling a consumer product will allow it to scale up its pilot system for making alcohol, so that the company can expand into alternative fuels, plastic-making chemicals, or other markets.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 16, 2020

Organic pajamas There’s nothing better than a pair of comfortable pajamas once the weather turns for the holiday months. Gift your parents a matching pair of jammies made from sustainable fabrics like organic cotton to keep them warm (and give them an excuse to take cute holiday photos).

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The Environmental Blog

DECEMBER 21, 2019

Methane, which is released as organic matter in landfill decomposes, traps up to 20 times more heat in the atmosphere than carbon dioxide. Upcycle your furniture. There are no limits to what you can create when you upcycle. Anyone can join the upcycling revolution – so why not begin now? Reducing your landfill.

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AGreenLiving

JULY 2, 2021

The rooms are accented with artwork, rugs, bedding and baskets made from natural fibers and organic materials. Nursery in Manhattan Beach, CA This small, 168-square-foot nursery creates a big visual impact but a small environmental footprint with the use of organic bedding and a GOTS-certified area rug.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

The banana silk is made from a byproduct of agriculture waste; discarded banana stems are harvested to make way for new tree growth and then upcycled into this sustainable silk alternative. The sustainable company has also pledged to donate 10% of its profits to conservation, animal welfare and female empowerment organizations.

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Greentown Labs

JULY 12, 2022

Carbon Upcycling Technologies (Calgary, Canada) utilizes point-source CO2 and mineralizes it with waste materials to create supplementary cementitious materials (SCMs) that can be used in building materials. is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit organization that is dedicated to the advancement of applied research. Lydian (Somerville, U.S.)

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Low Impact

MAY 5, 2021

You could also choose a coffin made from 100% reclaimed and upcycled solid wood. Organic and sustainably grown. Do what you can to eliminate waste in all its forms, avoid plastic packaging where possible, and donate food waste to prevent it from being thrown away. Wicker coffins. Sustainable funeral food.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 22, 2020

Grab a pallet, upcycle some metal sheeting, stack rocks from around the property or line the space with upside-down bottles. Related: DIY natural cleaners for every household chore Replace plastic Eliminating plastic from your house can take your Earth Day campaign from one room to the next.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Way to cut down on plastic packaging! A collaboration between the Peruvian government, the National Wildlife Federation, conservation organization Sociedad Peruana de Ecodesarrollo and the Peruvian Palm Oil Producers’ Association (JUNPALMA) led to an agreement to only produce sustainable and deforestation-free palm oil by 2021.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2022

Can you find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials? A good business waste management system will address these 7 different types of waste across the entire organization. Tip #2 – Reduce the use of plastic : Eliminate plastic bottles and bags; use reusable bags, and introduce water dispensers throughout the office.

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Identifying areas of improvement as well as potential new revenue streams through waste recycling/upcycling opportunities. Launch an upcycle station for storing old or excess office supplies and equipment that someone else could use. Reduce Single-Use Plastics. Go paperless by switching to digital files and invoices.

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 6, 2020

In the past few years, as consumers looked to cut down on plastic waste at the grocery store, more mainstream supermarkets turned to bulk shopping bins as a solution. 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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The Environmental Blog

DECEMBER 15, 2021

Several growers claim to have green credentials; however, it’s best to go with certified options like Rainforest Alliance, Organic, Fairtrade, and UTZ. Replace Single-Use Plastic. In the past, most coffee shops were characterized by single-use plastic coffee cups and plates. Use Upcycled Décor.

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