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Graphene-based packaging presented as first truly biodegradeable and compostable alternative to plastic

Envirotec Magazine

UK biotech company Toraphene says it is preparing to unveil the world’s first truly biodegradable, compostable and commercially viable alternative to plastic packaging. It’s because they need specific manmade conditions to biodegrade, and many degrade into microplastics, which contaminate our oceans and food chain for centuries”.

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Supply Chain Sustainability: Your 20-Tip Guide to Creating A Sustainable Supply Chain

Green Business Bureau

Tip #2: Seek goods and materials that are biodegradable and compostable : Products that are made from 100% biodegradable and compostable materials contribute less waste to landfills. Tip #3: Choose materials that do not include toxins : Even materials that are biodegradable and recyclable can negatively impact the environment.

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Aldi trials all-electric refrigerated food supply trailer powered by its own wheels

Business Green

An all-electric refrigerated lorry trailer powered in part by kinetic electricity generated as the vehicle's wheels turn is currently being trialled by Aldi as part of the supermarket chain's efforts to decarbonise its food logistics operations. Last year the supermarket moved to eliminate single-use plastic from its own-brand tea bags.

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Recent Deals – 27 April

CleanTech Group

Agriculture & Food Hazel Technologies, developer of biodegradable capsules. Looking for the latest information on cleantech deals? Find insight on recent innovation developments here.

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How To Create A Sustainability Plan: Executive Guide To Becoming A Sustainable Business – Step 4

Green Business Bureau

Companies looking to become more sustainable need to look at all departments and all business functions: Manufacturing including production, sourcing, fulfillment, distribution and logistics. Reduce packaging that is non-biodegradable. Engineering including product design, materials and end-of-life management (e.g.

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How to Build and Retrofit a Sustainable Home

Green Business Bureau

Its biodegradability, durability and high capacity for storing carbon makes hemp a promising green building material. For centuries, dating as far back as 8000 BC , hemp has been used in human civilizations to make paper, food, oils, rope, clothes and other textiles. The roof above your head can do a lot of good for the Earth below your feet.

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How To Create A Sustainability Plan: Executive Guide To Becoming A Sustainable Business – Step 5

Green Business Bureau

Companies looking to become more sustainable need to look at all departments and all business functions: Manufacturing including production, sourcing, fulfillment, distribution and logistics. Reduce packaging that is non-biodegradable. Engineering including product design, materials and end-of-life management (e.g.