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A team of MIT researchers suggests that a nationwide bottle deposit program could significantly improve these rates, but such a program would need to be carefully designed to ensure its effectiveness.
Learning how to identify recyclable plastics is important if you want to do your part for the environment. Proper recycling practices ensure that more plastics are recycled rather than ending up in landfills or oceans.
None of the 225 companies with over $1 billion in annual revenue are doing enough to reduce, reuse, and recycle plastics in their products. This finding on plastic reduction highlights the urgent need for substantial action from these corporations to combat plastic pollution.
Visy Industries, a prominent recycling and packaging firm headquartered in Melbourne, Australia, recently completed a substantial AUD$48 million ($31.2 million) upgrade to its recycling and remanufacturing campus located on Gibson Island in Queensland.
Stellantis N.V. has marked a significant milestone with the official inauguration of its SUSTAINera Circular Economy Hub (CE Hub) at the Mirafiori Complex in Turin, Italy.
The U.S. DOE has announced a significant investment of $2 million aimed at propelling innovation in lithium-ion battery rejuvenation, recycling, and reuse.
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Returnable, Reusable Packaging
Returnable, reusable packaging holds the key to substantial environmental benefits and could rival the economics of single-use packaging for specific products when implemented at scale.
China’s Recycling Ban Is A Global Wake-Up Call
China's recycling ban on the import of most plastics and other materials marked a significant shift, disrupting recycling programs worldwide and forcing a reevaluation of how we handle waste.
Pioneering Sustainability: The Patagonia Model
In the realm of sustainable business practices, few companies shine as brightly as Patagonia. Renowned for its commitment to environmental and social responsibility, Patagonia has become a prime example of how a business can thrive while prioritizing the planet and people.
How Recycling Benefits Sustainability
Recycling emerges as a linchpin in the pursuit of environmental sustainability, wielding a multifaceted impact on our ecological footprint. Its role transcends a mere act of waste management, extending into resource conservation, energy efficiency, and pollution mitigation. It's important to know how recycling benefits sustainability, and to take part as best as you can.
Battery Safety Holiday Campaign for 2023
As the festive season approaches, the Electrical Safety Foundation (ESFI) is joining forces with the Fire Safety Research Institute (FSRI) to shine a light on a crucial aspect of holiday safety—battery safety.
Recycling Cigarette Waste Into Green Fuel
Cigarette waste is a prime example of environmental negligence and the search for sustainable alternatives to traditional fuels using that waste has taken an innovative turn.
More Jeff Bezos Hypocrisy
Take the Jeff Bezos hypocrisy; the centibillionaire and founder of Amazon, stands in the spotlight as his lavish lifestyle, particularly his $500 million superyacht named Koru. It's very existence and use raises eyebrows and exposes a glaring contradiction with the mission of his Earth Fund.
The Threat of Plastic on Human Health
From packaging to household items, it seems impossible to escape the clutches of this synthetic wonder and the threat of plastic on human health.
Salesforce AI-Powered Service Intelligence
In a move to further enhance customer service, Salesforce Inc. has unveiled its latest innovation – Service Intelligence, a groundbreaking application integrated into its Service Cloud platform.
China’s Manufacturing and HFC-23 Emissions
In China's manufacturing industry, concerns have emerged regarding the country's compliance with HFC-23.
Unraveling Apple’s Carbon Neutrality Claims
Apple, renowned for its leadership in sustainable practices, recently faced scrutiny over the carbon neutrality claim for its latest Apple Watch.
Paltering Is The New Green
In recent years, the fashion industry has faced mounting pressure to address sustainability concerns and environmental impacts. However, a new and subtle threat has emerged within this quest for corporate social responsibility (CSR) — the little-known practice of "paltering."
Rethinking Plastic Pollution Cleanup Strategies
From giant rakes along coastlines to sophisticated ocean-cleaning technologies, the pollution cleanup efforts are commendable, but a closer look reveals a paradoxical truth: our current approach may be doing more harm than good.
Counterfeit Products on Amazon Are A Growing Concern
Counterfeit products have become a prevalent issue on e-commerce platforms, with Amazon being no exception. [...]
Updated Recycled Plastics Specifications From ISRI and APR
In a significant stride towards refining recycling standards, the Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) [...]
A Climate Agreement Forged Between China and The U.S.
In a surprising turn of events, China and the United States have set aside geopolitical and economic tensions to reach a landmark climate agreement.
Black Friday Scams and Online Shopping
In this article, we look into the most common Black Friday Scams that target Black Friday shoppers and provide essential tips on how to safeguard yourself against these digital threats.
Amazon’s Monopoly Practices Under Seller Scrutiny
The Federal Trade Commission has initiated a groundbreaking antitrust lawsuit against Amazon, accusing the e-commerce giant of leveraging its monopoly power to stifle competition and manipulate prices.
Recycled Plastics Conceal Hundreds of Toxic Chemicals
Recycled plastics harbor hundreds of toxic chemical compounds, rendering them unsuitable for most purposes and jeopardizing the vision of a circular economy.
21 Million Tons of Plastic Pollution Enter the Environment in 2022
A staggering 21 million tonnes of plastic pollution infiltrated the global environment in 2022, as revealed in an interim report by the Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD).
Scientists Urge Focus on Plastic Removal Versus Plastic Reduction
An international group of scientists is cautioning against over-reliance on plastic removal technologies to combat the plastic pollution crisis.
The UN Plastics Treaty and Lessons from Success Stories
After years of deliberation, the international community has once again turned its attention to the issue of plastic pollution as negotiations for a global plastics treaty resume at the UN Environment Programme headquarters in Nairobi, Kenya.
America Recycles Day And The The Evolution of Sustainability
Each year on November 15, millions of environmentally conscious individuals across the United States come together to celebrate America Recycles Day.
The Electric Vehicle Battery Race To Sustainability
The landscape of electric vehicles (EVs) is evolving at an unprecedented pace, with a surge in demand reshaping not only the automotive industry but also the intricate web of the electric vehicle battery supply chain.
