Remove Organic Remove Recycled materials Remove Soil Remove Upcycling
article thumbnail

Latest and Greatest Recycling Technologies

GreenTech Gazette

Biological recycling: Biological recycling, also known as biorecycling or biodegradation, is a process that uses microorganisms to break down organic waste into compost or biogas. This technology can help reduce contamination in the recycling stream and improve recycling rates.

article thumbnail

Daily Eco-friendly Practices: Saving the Environment while Cutting Costs

The Environmental Blog

Events Promoting Recycling and Reuse Earth Day (April 22): Description: A global event dedicated to environmental protection, often featuring recycling drives, educational workshops, and community clean-ups. National Recycling Day (November 15): Description: A day to promote recycling awareness and encourage people to recycle more.

Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

Waste Management Checklist: 26 Tips For Minimizing Waste

Green Business Bureau

Waste and waste by-products can easily make their way into the air, soil, and water sources. Can you find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials? Where do you install recycling bins and for what materials and waste? How can you reduce waste and prevent pollution? Hazardous waste.

Waste 148
article thumbnail

Managing Food Waste in the Office

Green Business Bureau

Just as you have blue bins for recyclable materials, brown bins are meant only for organic materials. Composting converts organic waste into soil carbon, averting landfill methane emissions in the process. Here are some useful tips: Simple and effective ways to manage food scraps and prevent ‘yuckiness’.

Waste 167