Green Business Bureau

JULY 28, 2021

The development of bioplastics – plastics that are biodegradable and made of natural materials – provides businesses with eco-friendly alternatives for packaging and products, especially single-use items that contribute a lot of waste. What are bioplastics and are they truly biodegradable?

Organic 195

Organic Biodegradable Plastics Packaging 195

GreenBiz

JUNE 16, 2020

As such it pledged to increase traceability and transparency by using emerging digital technologies — such as satellite monitoring, geolocation tracking and blockchain systems — to enhance oversight, accelerate smallholder engagement and improve its approach to derivates sourcing. In the end, they are the stewards of the land.". Pull Quote.

Carbon-neutral 411

Carbon-neutral Plastics Biodiversity Blockchain 411

Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 2, 2022

These included films and flexible packaging, reusable packaging, new business models and end market developments. The film is compostable and biodegradable on land and sea without human intervention. The seaweed-based film is natural, and in certain applications even edible.

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Plastics Africa Recycling Recycling 263

Green Business Bureau

DECEMBER 28, 2022

Eco friendly retail packaging guide. In this Green Business Bureau eco friendly retail packaging guide, we explore sustainable packaging solutions for 6 of the most common types of packaging materials used. Retail packaging defined: The impact of packaging waste and the rise of the ethical consumer.

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Packaging Retail Innovation Sustainability 78

Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The winning entry from Gelatex Technologies is described as an eco-friendly alternative to conventional leather. ” Gelatex Technologies from Estonia has won the Green Alley Award 2019 – an annual prize recognising startups in the circular economy, which has been running since 2014.

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Startups Waste Waste Plastics 178

Business Green

JULY 25, 2021

Brands have a powerful field of influence on sustainability, and digital packaging innovation offers a chance to lead by example, according to Jose 'Pepe' Gorbea from HP Graphic Arts. The packaging problem. But packaging is necessary. That is really powerful when it comes to building a more sustainable future for packaging.

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Packaging Waste Waste Sustainability 83

Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 10, 2024

The new paper packet was developed in partnership with Evopak, a manufacturer of sustainable paper based flexible packaging. Furthermore, if unintentionally released into the natural environment, Hydropol – which is non-toxic and marine safe – will dissolve and subsequently biodegrade.

Recycling 147

Recycling Recycling Plastics Packaging 147

Greentown Labs

MAY 7, 2024

Over the past six months, the Greentown Go Make 2023 startup cohort has worked closely with Shell to accelerate partnerships to deploy and commercialize technologies for carbon utilization, storage, and traceability. “The Go Make 2023 program was incredibly transformational for our company,” says Caravel Bio’s CEO Emily Weinberg. “We

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Startups Carbon Technology Blockchain 115

Green Business Bureau

JULY 4, 2022

Synthetic fabrics such as polyester – which accounted for 52% of global fiber production in 2018 – take hundreds of years to biodegrade. Natural fibers take very little time to biodegrade relative to their synthetic counterparts, making them the more environmentally friendly textile choice.

Fashion 148

Fashion Sustainability Biodegradable Packaging 148

Envirotec Magazine

MARCH 19, 2024

The recommendations contained within the report include revalorising plastic ‘waste’ to support green growth and incentivise the emergence of next generation plastics production and recycling technologies. Incentives for waste management bodies to recirculate plastics, fostering the growth of new production and recycling technologies.

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Plastics Government Recycling Recycling 147

Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 19, 2022

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.

Sustainability 147

Sustainability Biodegradable Recycling Recycling 147

Green Business Bureau

JULY 5, 2022

Bakeries are energy-intensive and create excessive amounts of waste during the packaging and baking processes. We then wanted to bring your sustainability program further, introducing initiatives such as installing efficient kitchen tools and souring sustainable packaging. Tip #5: Use sustainable packaging.

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Sustainability Business Energy Monitoring Building Energy Monitoring Energy Monitor 143

AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Scientists have developed biodegradable food packaging material that kills microbes that contaminate foods. The waterproof packaging uses a type of corn protein called zein, plus starch and other natural compounds. A team of scientists from the Nanyang Technological University, Singapore and the Harvard T.H.

Biodegradable 28

Biodegradable Packaging Plastics Waste 28

Envirotec Magazine

JANUARY 12, 2022

The two most common types of plastic in both groups were polyethylene terephthalate (PET; used in bottles and food containers) and polyamide (PA; found in food packaging and textiles), said a press release from the American Chemical Society. times more microplastic particles per gram than those from healthy subjects.

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Microplastics Plastics Biodegradable Packaging 130

Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 6, 2024

It will therefore meet the Scottish government’s new landfill measure to ban biodegradable municipal waste going to landfill from December 31st 2025 onwards. The complete package from Envirogen comprises its Eco MultiPro based demineralised water system design, supply, installation, commissioning, training and extended warranty.

Waste 162

Waste Waste Biodegradable Sustainability 162

Green Business Bureau

JULY 23, 2020

Biodegradable packaging: Packaging is very important in the food and agriculture industry because it helps to preserve food quality and safety, reduce food waste, food-borne diseases, and extend the shelf-life of food. The use of these irrigation methods could avoid about 1.13

Agriculture 99

Agriculture Sustainability Waste Waste 99

Green Business Bureau

APRIL 20, 2021

They should consider processes, materials, people, policies and projects related to energy, waste, buildings, products, packaging, supply chain, transportation, food, water, community and employee well being. Can we conserve water with smart technology (e.g. Is our packaging also safe for people and the planet?

Business Energy Monitoring 128

Business Energy Monitoring Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor 128

Green Business Bureau

JULY 15, 2022

The good news is that new technologies and methods have come about making it possible for the manufacturing industry to reduce its environmental footprint through energy conservation , alternative packaging, and smarter storage and organization (amongst other solutions). Tip #3: Use alternative and sustainable packaging solutions.

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Sustainability Waste Waste Packaging 147

AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 20, 2019

One organization, called Banana Leaf Technology, is helping to address the stark reality by proposing banana leaves as a biodegradable alternative to single-use plastic. The technology fortifies the banana leaves’ cell walls and prevents pathogenic agents from degrading the processed biomaterial’s cells.

Biodegradable 28

Biodegradable Plastics Technology Patents 28

Business Green

APRIL 14, 2022

We already have effective energy efficiency systems in place and are pleased to be taking this one step further by trialling the latest technology within our transport fleet.". Switching the oil-based plastic sealing on tea bags to biodegradable alternatives, would remove approximately 1.4

Electricity 96

Electricity Plastics Carbon-neutral Biodegradable 96

AFN Sustainable Protein

OCTOBER 19, 2022

While there are calls for some developing nations to seek compensation from the world’s biggest emitters at COP27 in a few weeks, developing nations must also look to technology to mitigate the impacts of climate change – or adapt. Uganda’s Hya Bioplastics was another startup to secure climate-related backing.

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Investment Startups Africa Climate change 92

Business Green

NOVEMBER 21, 2022

Nespresso said the new capsules, which took three years of research and development to create, were created alongside sustainable packaging firm Huhtamaki. As such, growing numbers of coffee pod providers have sought to develop biodegradable alternatives that can be disposed of with food waste.

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Biodegradable Recycling Recycling Waste 58

Green Business Bureau

AUGUST 16, 2021

Now more than ever companies are starting to think about the entire lifespan of their products making it easier for consumers to find biodegradable, recyclable and reusable products and packaging. With some research, hotels can find eco-friendly packaging alternatives for items such as toiletries.

Waste 148

Waste Waste Plastics Sustainability 148

Business Green

FEBRUARY 7, 2020

Carlsberg, which got into the project more than four years ago, already has shown off two prototypes for beer bottles, while Absolut is preparing a pilot of its first-generation package, for its Absolut Mixt "cooler" product line, in an undeclared market this spring. Some early versions are in the hands of consumers.). Credit: Paboco.

Recycling 70

Recycling Recycling Packaging Biodegradable 70

Business Green

JUNE 15, 2020

As such it pledged to increase traceability and transparency by using emerging digital technologies - such as satellite monitoring, geolocation tracking, and blockchain systems - to enhance oversight, accelerate smallholder engagement, and improve its approach to derivates sourcing. In the end, they are the stewards of the land.".

Carbon-neutral 89

Carbon-neutral Plastics Biodiversity Blockchain 89

AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 29, 2020

The company has even eliminated adhesives and uses water-based inks for packaging. Our mission is to upgrade the at home coffee experience, with breakthrough brewing technology , better coffee and more eco-consciousness along with the convenience of single-serve.” + Bruvi Images via Bruvi. company based out of Los Angeles.

Biodegradable 28

Biodegradable Microplastics Startups Ethics 28

Greentown Labs

DECEMBER 18, 2023

Agriculture Clean Crop Technologies ’s proprietary Clean Current technology combines food-grade gasses and electricity to remove contaminants from seed and food surfaces, improving food safety and reducing food waste. We’re thrilled to support these groundbreaking climatetech startups—let us introduce you!

Startups 64

Startups Energy Monitor Building Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor 64

Business Green

APRIL 3, 2020

While algae have received attention for their potential to displace fossil fuels as an energy source, their applications in packaging and other products are beginning to gain momentum. But packaging is the tip of the iceberg when it comes to algae's potential opportunities and applications.

Carbon-negative 70

Carbon-negative Plastics Packaging Agriculture 70

Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Using multi-purpose cleaners to cut down on cleaning costs and product packaging. Choose certified non-toxic and biodegradable fertilizers, pesticides and weed killers. Not all sustainable homes need the latest green technology in order to lower its carbon footprint. Use certified not-toxic and biodegradable cleaning products.

Home Energy Monitoring 148

Home Energy Monitoring Sustainability HVAC Soil 148

Living Green Technology

FEBRUARY 24, 2015

Loliware Loliware is the world’s first truly biodegradable cup. In fact, the US-based company promotes it as a ‘biodegredible’ product meaning both biodegradable as well as edible. WikiPearl WikiPearl is a one of kind edible tableware packaging material. Loliware is truly a replacement for plastic cup.”

Biodegradable 40

Biodegradable Plastics Packaging Technology 40

Business Green

FEBRUARY 20, 2020

Reaching the wider 2025 net zero goal will also require the company to decarbonise its heating systems and switch to 100 per cent renewable electricity, Mitie said, adding that it would also expand its use of smart building technologies to maximise energy efficiency across its estate.

Biodegradable 64

Biodegradable Biodiversity Electric vehicle Sustainability 64

Better Ventures

JANUARY 8, 2021

Emerging technology is transforming this diverse group of photosynthetic organisms into a robust, sustainable production platform for multiple applications across various markets. Algae, which is sustainable and biodegradable, is an exciting feedstock for biomaterials and provides inspiration for innovative materials with novel properties.

Startups 52

Startups Carbon-neutral Biodegradable Organic 52

AGreenLiving

FEBRUARY 19, 2021

Lessons from 3 emerging bio-based material technologies Suz Okie Fri, 02/19/2021 – 00:40 Creating human-made materials from living or biological sources is by no means a new development, yet newly invented bio-based materials are garnering significant hype as of late.

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Technology Packaging Building Energy Monitoring Carbon-negative 28

Green Business Bureau

APRIL 20, 2024

They should consider processes, materials, people, policies and projects related to energy, waste, buildings, products, packaging, supply chain, transportation, food, water, community and employee well being. Can we conserve water with smart technology (e.g. Is our packaging also safe for people and the planet?

Business Energy Monitoring 60

Business Energy Monitoring Sustainability Building Energy Monitoring Solar Energy Monitor 60

Business Green

MAY 14, 2021

Unilever's net zero supply chain commitment, for example, will require weaning itself off fossil fuels as a source of ingredients for the formulations and packaging of its cleaning and laundry products. The team even reports to its chief technology officer. I'll bet that's far less than you expected. Where to start?

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Innovation Carbon Biotechnology Recycled materials 80

Green Business Bureau

JUNE 9, 2023

For example, choosing rideshare, selecting green certified accommodations, or using biodegradable travel products, is contributing in some small way to the bigger environmental cause. She is focused on exploring new innovation that fuses technology and sustainability to support the movement towards a circular economy.

Sustainability 78

Sustainability Plastics Waste Waste 78

Business Green

MARCH 16, 2020

Black plastic ends up in landfill or incinerated because near infra-red recycling assortment technology is unable to detect the carbon black pigments found in the majority of conventional black plastic packaging. Often, black plastic is used by retailers simply for cosmetic reasons.

Plastics 59

Plastics Policy Waste Waste 59