Terra Infirma

JUNE 17, 2021

Every time I hear or read a reference to ‘upcycling’, my instinctive response is “Really?” And the other day, the Guardian ran a story about the use of GM organisms to ‘upcycle’ old plastic bottles into vanilla food flavouring of all things. So why call this upcycling?

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Inhabitat - Innovation

MAY 15, 2020

These clay tile planters are an alternative to plastic flower pots.

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Energy Central

MARCH 23, 2023

The Institute of Cooperative Upcycling of Plastic (iCOUP) along with researchers from Cornell and the Argonne National Laboratory have invented a catalyst capable of deconstructing complex hydrocarbon-based materials like plastic.

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R-Squared Energy

OCTOBER 15, 2021

In the previous article , I outlined the growing global problem of plastic pollution. Global treaties and new technologies that address the manufacture, use, and reuse of plastics are needed to tackle this problem. Researchers have tried several different reuse approaches for addressing the growing global plastic waste stream.

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AGreenLiving

JANUARY 25, 2022

They are part of the brand’s push for a more sustainable future and an end to plastic waste. The new shoes feature an upcycled upper with a breathable Gore-Tex waterproof membrane and Three Stripes Boost technology with responsive cushioning that provides bounce-back energy return as you walk. Adidas Images via Adidas.

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Greentown Labs

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

But pleather and vegan leather bring their own problems as well, as these alternatives are usually made from plastics. Plastic pollution is part of what pushed Lina M. The end-product is carbon-negative, González explains, because the microbes upcycle carbon and SpadXTech exclusively plans to use renewable energy for its processes.

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Inhabitat - Innovation

SEPTEMBER 12, 2019

Entitled Arcadia Earth, the temporary art exhibition immerses guests in a multi-sensory journey spotlighting pressing ecological issues—such as overfishing, plastic pollution, food waste, deforestation, and climate change—with vivid artworks designed with upcycled and reusable materials.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 16, 2022

This, in turn, is dehydrated to create ethylene – a stage of the process handled by Technip Energies – and this ethylene is then polymerized – by circular plastics expert Borealis – to produce EVA (ethylene vinyl acetate), in the form of small plastic pellets, which then enter On’s production process for the creation of the CleanCloud foam material.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 16, 2021

Upcycling takes byproducts of a process — in this case, food production — that normally would be considered trash and incorporates them into new products for consumption. Upcycling takes byproducts of a process — in this case, food production — that normally would be considered trash and incorporates them into new products for consumption.

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AGreenLiving

APRIL 22, 2021

A suspended, tangerine-colored metal staircase leads to an elevated office wrapped in a corrugated plastic wall and topped with a large skylight. As part of KOGAA’s commitment to reducing construction waste across the Czech Republic, the project is primarily built with upcycled and low-cost materials. Read more here:Â .

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Envirotec Magazine

JULY 27, 2022

According to the paper, “this sustainable approach for upcycling electronic waste provides an advantageous research-based waste stream that does not require cutting-edge microfabrication facilities, expensive materials or high-caliber engineering skills.”. How can we upcycle those types of CDs with the same kind of process? per device.

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Business Green

AUGUST 15, 2021

The new goals include eliminating all plastic packaging, achieving zero waste to landfill across the company's operations, and reducing standby power consumption of all smartphone chargers to below 0.005W by 2025. "We We believe that everyone has a role to play in providing innovative solutions that protect the planet for generations to come.

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GreenTech Gazette

MARCH 1, 2023

Here are a few examples: Chemical recycling: Chemical recycling is a new technology that breaks down plastic waste into its basic building blocks, which can then be used to make new plastic products. This process is more efficient than traditional mechanical recycling, which can only process certain types of plastics.

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AGreenLiving

AUGUST 2, 2021

Papermelon jewelry is constructed from upcycled paper, which is collected from friends, neighbors and well-wishers. Related: Nonprofit Washed Ashore crafts art and jewelry from ocean plastic That important bit of knowledge was just the beginning in her efforts to keep her business environmentally friendly. ” Chand said.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 9, 2021

Fortuna Cools recently announced the launch of the Nutshell Cooler, a collapsible cooler made using upcycled coconut fiber sourced from the Philippines and designed to outperform plastic. Since the liners use recycled PET, there are no virgin plastic components to the coolers either.

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AGreenLiving

MARCH 25, 2021

Lucas Couto, Senior Industrial Designer at EGGS Design in Norway , is focused on turning plastic pollution into innovative recycled designs. The designer has teamed up with plastic recycling company Precious Plastic to help reveal the potential of plastic waste in the design space. Lucas Couto Images via Lucas Couto.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 5, 2020

The team also collects and reuses discarded cardboard to package their goods for shipping rather than using new packages or plastic materials. See original here: WOOMETRY upcycles salvaged wood into eco-friendly home goods. WOOMETRY Images via WOOMETRY.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 29, 2021

The Bowen Collection is a classically framed table with a twist — its top surface material is made using an ultra-durable blend of upcycled rice hulls that would have otherwise gone to waste. This outdoor furniture line uses upcycled rice hulls that outperform wood. Grand Rapids Chair Company Photography by Dean Van Dis.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 21, 2021

In this blog, we will review some of the eco-friendly packaging options that sustainable companies can opt for; these include metal tin containers and cans, corrugated bubble wrap, cardboard packaging, and recycled plastic options. It is fun to play with, but it is not an eco-friendly material as it is made of plastic.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 15, 2020

In its latest project to creatively repurpose clay roof tiles, Indian architecture firm Manoj Patel Design Studio has upcycled locally produced tiles into a green wall with natural cooling benefits. It also serves as a reaction against the proliferation of plastic and metal planters that have increasingly replaced clay pots.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 30, 2021

MVMT released a minimalist-style wristwatch that is solar powered and features a case, strap and buckle made entirely from reclaimed ocean plastic pollution. Well established with a complete supply chain in place, #Tide upcycles ocean waste into a material many businesses have discovered and incorporated into their products.

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Greentown Labs

MARCH 26, 2024

Puro Renewables upcycles carbon-negative biowaste to reduce the amount of fossil-fuel-based resin and carbon footprint associated with typical plastic products. The startup is participating in Go Build 2023. The company previously participated in Go Energize 2022 , and is now rejoining the Greentown community.

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AGreenLiving

JUNE 16, 2021

Scientists have converted plastic bottles into vanilla flavoring using genetically engineered bacteria. According to research published in the journal Green Chemistry , genetically engineered E-Coli bacteria has been used to convert terephthalic acid (TA) from plastic waste into vanillin. They warmed microbial broth to 37°C for a day.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 10, 2019

Now, research by the environmental charity Hubbub blames ugly sweaters as yet another contributor to the plastic pollution crisis. Three-quarters of the sweaters Hubbub tested revealed at least some plastic in the material, with 44 percent being entirely made of acrylic, a plastic fiber. See more here:Â .

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 17, 2024

Our oceans, teeming with life, are under siege by a silent threat – plastic pollution. Millions of tons of plastic waste enter the marine environment every year, wreaking havoc on marine ecosystems and the creatures that call them home. Impact of Plastic Pollution on Marine Life Plastic debris takes a brutal toll on marine animals.

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The Environmental Blog

SEPTEMBER 1, 2023

Recycled polyester is made from discarded plastic bottles, not just reducing plus-based waste but also conserving precious resources. Recycle and Upcycle : Instead of discarding old items, consider if they can be recycled, repurposed, or upcycled. What is Recycled Polyester? What is Cupro Fabric?

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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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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 18, 2019

To better manage plastic waste , Los Angeles is in talks with Technisoil, an innovative manufacturing company, to viably incorporate plastic into the city’s roads. Typically viewed as an ecological scourge, plastic waste can also be seen as a valuable resource when repurposed. What are some advantages to these plastic roads?

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 28, 2023

The £1 million fund was made possible by the sales of 10p plastic bags through the John Lewis Partnership. The hubs are fitted out with circularity in mind, using repurposed office furniture saving 5 tCO 25 compared to buying new 6 and upcycled peg boards that were part of Kenya’s display at COP26 in Glasgow.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 23, 2020

Recycled cups are turned into upcycled reusable cups and other products including tissue and packaging, reducing waste and encouraging a circular economy. Cups can be easily recycled but, because they have a plastic lining that stops hot drinks from leaking, they need to be collected separately from other recycling.

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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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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. straw, recycled plastics, etc.). UpCycle – Austin, Texas.

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AGreenLiving

OCTOBER 21, 2019

Designed by New York-based firm ROOM , the Calm Booth, which is made out of 1,088 recycled plastic bottles , was created for companies that want to provide their employees with a space to enjoy a moment of peace while working. The booth is made soundproof thanks to three layers of insulation made with more than 1,000 recycled plastic bottles.

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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. Hempitecture (Ketchum, Idaho, U.S.)

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Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 22, 2021

The durability of silicone-edged graphic (SEG) fabric, utilized in all reusable Wentex frames, makes for one-of-a-kind, upcycled tote bags which FNTECH uses as giveaway “swag” for clients and partners in hopes to share zero-waste awareness. In fact, FNTECH has already seen attendance numbers rise due to this increased accessibility.

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Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

JUNE 1, 2023

Plastic debris poses a huge threat to both marine life and coastal communities, with millions of tons entering our oceans every year. Attending local beach clean-ups helps keep plastics out of our waterways while creating an opportunity for social engagement with fellow members of the community.

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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). Renewable, recycled or upcycled. Recycled plastic. Recycled steel.

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