GreenBiz

MARCH 5, 2021

The circular economy concept is all about making better use of natural resources such as forests, soil, water, air, metals and minerals. Protect human health and biodiversity. Every year, more than 9 million deaths occur due to air, water and soil pollution. Make better use of finite resources. Take the textiles industry.

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Envirotec Magazine

SEPTEMBER 6, 2022

New product aims to meet one quarter of the UK demand by using waste streams from the paper industry. Currently working with 300 poultry farms and with a target of meeting one quarter of the UK demand, the product has been developed by Veolia’s organics team.

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GreenBiz

MAY 3, 2021

The company has created what it calls a "metagenomic database," or an alternative chemical catalog, comprised of 75,000 biomolecules derived from the DNA of soil microbes. To meet demand, the company "reverse engineered" the product using petroleum-based chemicals, according to a Zymergen spokesperson.

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Envirotec Magazine

JULY 21, 2023

Study found that in some cases up to 77% of fertiliser spread on UK soil went into atmosphere Some nitrogen fertiliser types spread on UK farmland are ending up in the atmosphere, with the worst offenders emitting on average 18% of the applied nitrogen fertilizer as ammonia gas into the air. of the applied nitrogen fertiliser types.

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Business Green

JUNE 26, 2020

This can sometimes be difficult when developing healthcare facilities, however it is important as it ensures natural sustainability and keeps our air, water and soil clean and healthy. It is reported that the health and care system in England is responsible for approximately five per cent of the country's carbon footprint.

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Impact Alpha

OCTOBER 9, 2019

But a $25,000 loan to buy a tractor or fencing is arguably more critical to the health of the soil and the livelihood of a farmer in Kansas. ImpactAlpha, Oct. 9 – Precision drones and other “ag tech” solutions may be sexier.

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GreenBiz

JULY 20, 2020

As such, the company is working with farmers worldwide to adopt a regenerative approach to farming that encourages healthier soil and ecosystems, better water stewardship and a broader diversity of cultivated seeds and crops. It is looking at the elephant in the room, and going after it piece by piece.

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Business Green

JUNE 24, 2021

Soil is suddenly in fashion. As both demand for organic produce and public awareness of the role of soil in protecting biodiversity and tackling the climate crisis grows, there is an opportunity to promote biodynamic farming in the food, fibre, and wool sectors, according to the non-profit.

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Green Business Bureau

NOVEMBER 18, 2022

Drip line refers to rigid, structural piping while drip tape is thin-walled plastic tubing most commonly used in drip irrigation applications due to its adaptability to various topography and soil conditions. Further, drip irrigation minimizes evaporation from the soil which aids soil health and the important soil microbes that dwell there.

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Hydrogen Fuel News

JANUARY 13, 2025

This not only marks a significant step in microbial fuel cell technology but also addresses the pressing demand for non-toxic and environmentally friendly energy solutions. For instance, it can power remote agricultural sensors, providing data on soil conditions or crop health without needing continuous maintenance or replacement.

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The Verge: Energy

JULY 9, 2024

. | Photo by Jens Büttner / picture alliance via Getty Images Rechargeable lithium-ion batteries used in everyday gadgets, electric vehicles, and to store renewable energy could be a growing source of the “forever chemicals” that pollute soil and waterways, new research suggests.

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Envirotec Magazine

AUGUST 27, 2024

The Design for Reuse Playbook addresses the demand for sustainable packaging solutions by providing a toolkit for developing and implementing reusable packaging systems. This approach enhances the efficiency and efficacy of recycling systems and increases national recycling rates, contributing to a more sustainable plastic lifecycle.

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Soil Association reveals that lockdown sparked a sales surge for organic certified products. Louisa Pharaoh, director of fundraising at the Soil Association, said: "Organic September is a brilliant opportunity for us to talk to people about the Soil Association and all the work we are doing to restore nature, health and a safe climate.

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Business Green

AUGUST 25, 2021

The Soil Association this morning called on the government to declare 'peak poultry' within 12 months, warning the UK will fail to meet its climate and nature goals if it fails to curb its increasing appetite for industrial-produced chicken. The UK's overseas 'soya footprint' covers an area just smaller than Wales, at roughly 1.7

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Planet Pulse

APRIL 3, 2024

Data + Fuels Management Insights: Soil Water Content Is a Leading Indicator of Vegetation Dryness Live fuel moisture (LFM), or the moisture contained in living vegetation, is a strong indicator of wildfire risk. However, studies show that soil water content is a leading indicator of LFM content.

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GreenBiz

JANUARY 11, 2021

Microsoft’s cloud architecture eventually will house Land O’Lakes’ data tools including Truterra , which tracks impacts on soil , air and water from no-till, cover crops and fertilizer management practices, as well as WinField United r7 software that uses satellite imagery and geolocated data. billion years of evolution.

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Green Business Bureau

OCTOBER 26, 2021

State mandates and consumer choice have sparked a demand for clean and green energy. Vestas produces wind power turbines for the international market, but finds many of its customers right at home in Central/Northern Europe, where demand for clean energy production is high. Clean Energy. Sustainable Agriculture.

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Envirotec Magazine

OCTOBER 18, 2023

This group of widely used and enduring chemicals has been linked to a range of serious adverse health conditions including testicular cancer, thyroid disease, increased cholesterol levels, liver damage and fertility issues, as well as damaging the development of unborn children. “In

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Green Market Oracle

AUGUST 23, 2020

Participate in live sessions, watch on-demand expert videos, and join our Zoom Happy Hours! Get a preview of the day's on-demand and zoom Happy Hours Learn about the mentors Hear more about the challenge Ask questions Pop into a breakout room to meet fellow attendees! Free and open to all.

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Business Green

JUNE 9, 2021

Already today there are 900 earth-observing satellites, coupled with an emerging network of ground-based sensor technologies, tracking everything from the planet's ecosystems and atmosphere, to the chemicals that permeate our soils and the migratory patterns of wildlife.

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Elemental Excelerator

OCTOBER 17, 2023

These are the innovators who are creating the huge companies of the future – ones that invest in workers, reduce pollution, restore our soils and lower the costs of food and energy.” The why: Soil carbon sequestration could remove 3.5 The why: With demand for lithium growing twice as fast as production, the U.S.

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Planet Pulse

APRIL 19, 2024

This approach means that satellite data contains hidden layers of information, enabling analysis of myriad processes and developments — from land cover identification and vegetation health to classifying sediments in lakes and rivers and detecting algal bloom. Measurements of soil water content near Ahlen, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

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Green Business Bureau

MARCH 16, 2021

An environmental consultant provides advice to companies and other organizations on a wide range of environmental issues such as green manufacturing, hazardous-waste remediation (disposal and cleanup), soil contamination, environmental disasters, sustainability initiatives, compliance, renewable energy and water, air, and soil quality.

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Envirotec Magazine

APRIL 5, 2023

There are also increasing concerns about the effects of agriculture on soil health, with detrimental effects including erosion, pollution (nutrients and pesticides), compaction, desertification and salinisation. With no soil or pesticide contamination, water efficiency is further enhanced by the absence of a requirement for washing.

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Planet Pulse

SEPTEMBER 26, 2024

At present, farmers face a multitude of challenges in ensuring high farm productivity such as shifting growing seasons, soil degradation, and water scarcity—all while the demand for food continues to rise. To address this, they analyzed soil moisture levels using Planet data.

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EDF + Business

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Even with my background in agriculture, I leaned into learnings from my agroecology coursework at Michigans School for Environment and Sustainability (SEAS) to demonstrate the resiliency benefits of sustainable agriculture and soil health practices , s he noted. Ready to Drive Sustainability in 2025?

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DeSmogBlog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

All these methods work to improve the soil, reduce air and water pollution, cut emissions, and boost biodiversity. These big ag entities often link regenerative agriculture to carbon storage in the soil. Nature-based Solutions Often associated with: trees, offsets, soil sequestration, conservation, nature-positive.

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Grist

JULY 27, 2023

Climate Connections is a collaboration between Grist and the Associated Press that explores how a changing climate is accelerating the spread of infectious diseases around the world, and how mitigation efforts demand a collective, global response. Read more here. auris was first spreading in the U.S., In the U.S.,

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Business Green

SEPTEMBER 4, 2022

Relevant solutions in the water category could include soil additives for water retention, hyper-local weather forecasting, or probes for taking readings from the field, it said.

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Green Business Bureau

APRIL 12, 2022

Since these standards were developed, the demand for carbon offsets has increased over the years. It’s estimated that it will be ~51 years for oil, ~114 years for coal, and ~53 years for gas reserves to diminish, based on current demand estimates and reserves. To facilitate this rise, other certification programs have come into effect.

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Green Business Bureau

JUNE 16, 2021

From interior to exterior, GreenTech Painting not only guarantees quality workmanship and custom solutions but promotes the health and safety of their customers, communities and environment too. For Granados and Rojas, the interconnection between business practice and human and ecological health is clearly evident.

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Planet Pulse

OCTOBER 23, 2024

This process of constant monitoring with always-on Earth observation data, paired with on-demand high-resolution tasked imagery, is called “tip and cue” — and it can be a powerful tool for organizations across industries. Pictured here are measurements of soil water content near Ahlen, in North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany.

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GreenBiz

MARCH 8, 2021

Attending conferences like GreenBiz 21 serve as perfect soil and ground to grow meaningful connections and partnerships! Plastic pollution is a problem greatly impacting the health of NYC waterways. The keynotes echoed the overwhelming demand from communities, consumers and even investors for sustainable, equitable change.

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Business Green

JUNE 29, 2021

The group added that the targets could be met through the development of a "climate smart" supply chain, including the adoption of science-based land management practices to maintain healthier soils, enable additional carbon sequestration, promote efficient water use, and increase biodiversity.

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GreenTech Gazette

APRIL 1, 2025

From smartphones to smart fridges, our love affair with gadgets has a dark side: mountains of discarded electronics that leach toxic chemicals into the soil, water, and air. But what if we could turn this problem into an opportunity? Thats like throwing away 1,000 laptops every second!

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Green Business Bureau

SEPTEMBER 19, 2019

When a marine animal digests plastic, it can cause health issues such as infections, painful intestinal blockage, starvation or death by suffocation. Many times, plastic bags break down into microscopic pieces that get deposited into soils or contaminate waterways. Customers demand non-plastic alternatives.

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Green Business Bureau

JULY 26, 2022

Additionally, conventional farming practices reduce the levels of carbon retained in the soil – an important medium for carbon sequestration. Our food supply chain demands an extravagant amount of energy. Fossil fuels are demanded throughout the entire food supply chain and consume 30% of the world’s available energy.

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