Envirotec Magazine

DECEMBER 1, 2020

CIRIA, the Construction Industry Research and Information Association has commissioned a new research project that aims to produce concise, up to date, interactive guidance on the whole surplus soil management process from ‘cradle to grave’, with Stantec appointed as the project research contractor.

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GreenBiz

JUNE 4, 2020

How Ocean Spray cranberries became America’s '100 percent sustainable' crop. Because the plant is actually meant to grow in the natural environment, many growing and harvesting practices already help the surrounding land and could be considered sustainable, under normal conditions. Jesse Klein. Thu, 06/04/2020 - 01:45.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 24, 2023

Today’s poultry farming has begun to shift from traditional, potentially damaging practices to more sustainable ones. This paradigm shift is primarily driven by a desire to cater to the increasing global demand for poultry products while ensuring environmental sustainability. Mitigation of soil degradation.

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Impact Alpha

APRIL 14, 2020

The post The Brief: Creative recovery, Iowa’s soil wealth, sustainable investments in volatile markets appeared first on ImpactAlpha. The Operating Principles for Impact Management, introduced a year ago by the International Finance Corp., have emerged as the.

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The Environmental Blog

OCTOBER 19, 2022

When it comes to sustainable agriculture, there is no one-size-fits-all approach. In this article, we’ll take a look at the state of sustainable agriculture around the world. We’ll explore the challenges and successes of farmers who are working to create a more sustainable future for us all.

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NRDC onEarth

DECEMBER 5, 2023

Compost is a physical reminder that soils, farms, and farmers are all part of a larger food system inextricably linked with municipalities and urban areas

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2021

Soil scientist Neil Fuller launches the Sustainable Landscapes Wolds Programme with East Yorkshire farmers. A five-year collaboration is underway between Yorkshire Water and a group of innovative farmers, who are making a bid to improve water and soil quality on the Yorkshire Wolds.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 29, 2020

If sheep overgraze, they may degrade soil and cause erosion, which can be exacerbated by an increasingly warming climate. How the animals are raised and sheared are also key animal welfare risk areas.

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Business Green

JULY 14, 2022

Secondly, Houston-based BCarbon and UK consultancy Future Food Solutions announced this week they have issued the first carbon credits from a UK farm that has used sustainable farming practices to boost the carbon capacity of its soils.

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Impact Alpha

APRIL 13, 2020

But soy farming is linked to deforestation, soil erosion and other negative environmental impacts. The post Iowa’s soy farmers to be paid for sustainable soil and water outcomes appeared first on ImpactAlpha. ImpactAlpha, April 14 – U.S.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

Resource management company Veolia says it is extending sustainability for the farming industry with the introduction of a new poultry bedding solution for farmers. 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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Hydrogen Fuel News

MARCH 26, 2024

The spotlight on environmental sustainability has intensified in recent years, pushing industries to seek more eco-friendly solutions. The company employs cutting-edge energy-efficient technologies in its hydraulic equipment to demonstrate how sustainability can be embedded into the fabric of industrial operations.

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The Environmental Blog

APRIL 21, 2023

Photo by Karolina Grabowska from Pexels As the world becomes more conscious of the impact of human activity on the environment, more and more homeowners are turning to sustainable living practices to reduce their ecological footprint. Check out these five sustainable home ideas that will inspire you to make a positive impact on the planet.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 15, 2023

It is published in Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews. Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA) is described as an integrative approach that goes further than sustainable farming methods. CSA enhances soil health and builds climate resilience, while aiming to mitigate greenhouse gas emissions. “We

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Business Green

JUNE 7, 2021

Global assessment of soil pollution warns of major threat to food supplies unless urgent action is taken to accelerate adoption of sustainable farming practices and tackle industrial waste. The report highlights how soils are being damaged on multiple fronts thanks to a combination of unsustainable farming and industrial practices.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Creating a sustainable home doesn’t necessarily mean you have to purchase the latest green gadgets and install solar panels on your roof. Read on to learn about several renovations and improvements for sustainable homes. WaterSense offers two types of water-efficient irrigation controllers: weather-based and soil moisture-based.

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GreenBiz

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Episode 257: Happy Birthday, Bill McDonough; career advice for sustainability pros. Navigating a successful sustainability career (24:55). GreenBiz Vice President and Senior Analyst John Davies chats with the authors of a new report from management consulting firm Korn Ferry, " The Rise of the Chief Sustainability Officer."

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Inhabitat - Innovation

JANUARY 5, 2023

Global warming and poor farming practices are destroying nutrient-rich soil and raising temperatures to the point many crops can’t survive.

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Planet Pulse

APRIL 12, 2022

Much of the work we have done to produce these feeds draws on the use of passive microwave sensors, which provide unique insight in measuring water content in soils and vegetation. We developed relationships with customers like the Dutch Water Authorities , who use Soil Water Content data to keep track of flooding threats.

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TechXplore

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

The construction industry is a highly resource-intensive and polluting sector, with significant water consumption and notable contribution to environmental degradation. According to a survey conducted by the Ministry of Land, Infrastructure, Transport, and Tourism in 2018, the Japanese construction sector discharged about 74.4

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Impact Alpha

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

The post The Brief: Soil-carbon markets, edtech startups, reduce and recycle, expanding EV charging, Goldman’s sustainability bond, pay for success appeared first on Impact Alpha. Agents of Impact Call No. 27: Opportunities at the intersection of gender and climate. GenderSmart’s Suzanne Biegel joins ImpactAlpha’s.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 29, 2021

This article provides a summary of how golf course managers can be more sustainable. Perfectly manicured and unnaturally green golf courses maintained by excessive watering and chemical treatments are not sustainable. Top 5 Sustainable Golf Course Management Initiatives. Use organic fertilizers where possible.

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Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 29, 2021

This article provides a summary of how golf course managers can be more sustainable. Perfectly manicured and unnaturally green golf courses maintained by excessive watering and chemical treatments are not sustainable. Top 5 Sustainable Golf Course Management Initiatives. Use organic fertilizers where possible.

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Clean Energy Trust

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Here’s why Clean Energy Trust is excited about our investment in Continuum Ag , an Iowa-based startup run by farmers, for farmers, to drive the adoption of regenerative agriculture practices that improve sustainability, increase profits, and sequester carbon in the soil. especially when it comes to sustainable farming.

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Green Living Guy

MARCH 13, 2023

Our actions have resulted in polluted air, water, and soil and a loss of biodiversity that threatens the survival of many species. But there’s hope!

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Envirotec Magazine

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Announced on 20 February, the voluntary framework is presented as an advance in the effort to support deployment of carbon removal and soil emission reduction activities across the EU. Carbon removal activities need to meet four overarching criteria for certification: quantification, additionality, long-term storage, and sustainability.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 23, 2023

million cubic meters* of peat used in horticulture with sustainable alternatives is a huge challenge, but one which has been boosted by £320,000 of grant funding secured from the Esmée Fairbairn Foundation. Innovative trial will use household food and green waste Replacing the estimated 1.7

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GreenBiz

NOVEMBER 2, 2020

America is hungrier than ever for sustainable food systems. So Miller, who launched the platform in the fall of 2019 to provide funding to small, sustainably run farms — operations often underserved by traditional finance — soon found himself expanding Steward’s services to help these same farmers shift their business model.

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Impact Alpha

SEPTEMBER 10, 2019

These are some of the restorative services offered by the startups in this year’s Land Accelerator, a bootcamp program for African entrepreneurs working in sustainable agriculture and forestry. The post Land Accelerator helps close financing gap for African soil startups appeared first on ImpactAlpha.

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Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 7, 2023

This confirms our long-held view that in order for AD projects to be fully sustainable, both economically and environmentally, the entire process must be considered and optimised. Many studies into the value of AD only look at the value of the energy or biomethane produced by the plant.

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The Environmental Blog

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

Sustainable Resources, Concern about Environmental. You can also hire a sustainability consulting firm to measure your carbon footprint accurately. Between the rising cost of electricity and reducing carbon emissions, solar energy allows homeowners to be more sustainable and eco-friendlier.

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Envirotec Magazine

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

By Marc McElhinney For today’s modern farmer, sustainability is at the heart of agricultural best practice. The AD process also produces an organic biofertiliser and soil conditioner, called digestate. Benefit #5: Soil health AD offers significant benefits in terms of soil health. What’s in it for farmers?

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Green Living Guy

DECEMBER 19, 2023

They thrive on the foundation of healthy soil. For gardens, whether rich vegetable patches or vibrant floral landscapes.

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Inhabitat - Innovation

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Cuba's efforts in conservation agriculture has led to cleaner rivers and improved soil conditions.

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The Environmental Blog

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

Since the discussed use cases are centered around the optimized use of resources, resource availability for meeting daily needs, and ecological integrity, the presenters reviewed them within the sustainability context.

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The Environmental Blog

AUGUST 29, 2022

Sustainability is the driving force for modern-day industries. Although most would think that sustainability and chemicals make an odd combination, companies involved in producing specialty chemicals are showing them otherwise. Sustainability Practices In The Special Chemicals Industry . Modern urban wastewater treatment plant.

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Business Green

AUGUST 20, 2020

Phase out of synthetic fertilisers and wider dietary shift away from intensively farmed meat urgently required to curb climate damaging gas, the Soil Association warns. The Soil Association said an overhaul was therefore urgently needed in the way nitrogen is used in agriculture in order to avoid further environmental and climate damage.

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