Green Business Bureau

JANUARY 18, 2022

Less than 10% of plastic gets recycled, and we’re now each ingesting a credit cards’ worth of microplastics a week. Be sure to have a hazardous waste recycling policy that stretches beyond simply paper and plastics to ensure the greatest amount of waste is diverted from landfills. Upcycle Items You Already Own.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 16, 2020

New fashion house Valani has launched its debut collection of biodegradable separates and dresses inspired by “light living.” The banana silk is made from a byproduct of agriculture waste; discarded banana stems are harvested to make way for new tree growth and then upcycled into this sustainable silk alternative.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 15, 2022

bubble wrap and plastic sheets). For instance, cardboard can be replaced with eco-friendly plastics such as those made from cornstarch. Cornstarch is an effective plastic alternative made from fermented plant starch. This plastic is biodegradable and comes from a renewable source, unlike oil-based plastics.

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AGreenLiving

SEPTEMBER 11, 2019

Related: Benjamin Spöth weaves leftover birch plywood into beautiful Upcycle lamps While the design elements are striking as an idea and on paper, the finished product raises the bar above typical design with a unique production that is a result of the newest 3D printer technology. It’s a bright idea! Plumen Images via Plumen.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 20, 2021

Do we use plastic bottles for water? Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Reduce packaging that is non-biodegradable. Make products that are recyclable, renewable and/or biodegradable, and do not contain toxic or ozone-depleting substances. Recycled plastic. How much do we waste?

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Low Impact

MAY 5, 2021

A number of natural, biodegradable coffins and shrouds are explored below.) You could also choose a coffin made from 100% reclaimed and upcycled solid wood. Another option is a wicker willow coffin , which, like wooden coffins, are 100% natural and biodegradable. Wicker coffins. Sustainable funeral flowers.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 28, 2021

Eliminate single use plastics across all steps of supply chain. Establish a repair or upcycling program. They committed to zero plastic in 2020; however with the pandemic they were forced to readjust their plans and have now set their task force back on track. Discover ways to repurpose fabric waste. Use eco-friendly packaging.

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Grist

MAY 22, 2024

Real plastic is down to 10 percent of everything now. I look around: the basketball backboard, the clear bag, the detergent jug — my grandchildren will never know the word “biodegradable,” because there won’t be anything that isn’t. — Rani Jayakumar Rani titled this drabble “Pretty Cyced.”

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AGreenLiving

MAY 13, 2020

For this year’s Bangkok Design Week, which took place in February 2020, Thai design firm Plural Designs created the Everlasting Forest Pavilion, a temporary, tunnel-like structure built of biodegradable materials that promotes sustainable ideas and products to the public. The pavilion also includes a rest zone.

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AGreenLiving

NOVEMBER 30, 2020

Even better, linen is completely biodegradable. Give grandpa one of 13 color options, all manufactured using an innovative fabric made entirely from plastic bottles. Upcycled cribbage board For the grandparent who enjoys classic game time, give the gift of cribbage with the added benefit of reusing materials off the street.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 7, 2020

The hand-operated machine produces a strong, double shot of espresso with no plastic pods or paper filters needed. Biodegradable wood planters These biodegradable wood planters from Etsy shop MinimumDesign are 3D-printed using a sustainable blend of recycled wood and bioplastic made from corn.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 20, 2024

Do we use plastic bottles for water? Can we find ways to recycle or upcycle waste materials (e.g. Reduce packaging that is non-biodegradable. Make products that are recyclable, renewable and/or biodegradable, and do not contain toxic or ozone-depleting substances. Use water activated paper tape instead of plastic tape.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 18, 2019

Related: Eco-friendly subscription boxes to gift this holiday season JOCO reusable, glass coffee cups JOCO has been a strong advocate for the “Refuse all plastic, stop disposable waste” message. Recycled glass artworks Upcycling glass is a good way to minimize waste and create eco-art for all to enjoy. The Humble Co.

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Green Tech Challenge

MARCH 1, 2019

It does not only help reduce resource waste and lower the carbon footprint from animal leather production but also provides biodegradable products in the long run. They have developed bio-technologies to make leather materials by using fruits or fruit peels.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 4, 2019

Best of all, the company’s biodegradable products don’t sacrifice sound quality. Blow everyone’s minds by bringing a box of biodegradable straws made out of hay. Organic Aromas makes beautiful diffusers that use cool-mist technology with no heat, no water and no plastic. Not into the headphone idea?

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 26, 2019

Way to cut down on plastic packaging! Cactus plastic developed in Mexico Research professor Sandra Pascoe Ortiz and other scientists at the University of Valle de Atemajac in Zapopan, Mexico used prickly pear juice to craft a new biodegradable plastic. Now, that idea has found its way into some Thai supermarkets.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 22, 2021

Related: Papermelon makes sustainable jewelry from upcycled paper At first glance, the front covers reflect the natural elements and color palettes of the planet. Each planner is artistically designed with soy-based inks that avoid harsh chemicals and can be safely biodegraded without harm to the soil. This planner is much more.

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AGreenLiving

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Often made out of unsustainable materials like plastic and polyester, decorations are just as important as gifts to plenty of American households. Decorated candles Use a candle made of biodegradable wax, such as beeswax or soy, and materials such as coffee beans or herbs that can be reused or composted at the end of the season.

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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). You can find Tangent Materials green product certifications on their website.

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GreenBiz

MAY 17, 2021

Camargo and her partner developed absorbent underwear with natural, biodegradable fabric that maintains functionality for an average of 50 washes, or about two years. Pantys’ products cut down on plastic waste — one person uses up to 15,000 pads and tampons over a lifetime, most of which wind up in landfills, estimates show.

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AGreenLiving

MAY 17, 2021

Camargo and her partner developed absorbent underwear with natural, biodegradable fabric that maintains functionality for an average of 50 washes, or about two years. Pantys’ products cut down on plastic waste — one person uses up to 15,000 pads and tampons over a lifetime, most of which wind up in landfills, estimates show.

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