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North Carolina is Home to a New Solar Recycling Plant
by Staff Writer | Mar 18, 2024
In its inaugural year, SPR processed around 68,000 panels, and projections for this year indicate an increase to over 150,000 panels.
Majestic’s Sustainability Journey Leads to Partnership with SWR
by Staff Writer | Mar 18, 2024
Majestic Wine has joined forces with the Sustainable Wine Roundtable, a leading coalition aimed at fostering sustainability within the global wine industry.
EPA Enacts Historic Safety Regulations to Shield Communities from Chemical Accidents
by Staff Writer | Mar 14, 2024
EPA strengthens community safety with new chemical accident prevention rule, effective May 10, 2024. Enhanced measures and safer alternatives mandated to protect U.S. communities.
Youthful Ambition May Fuel America’s Drive for Sustainable Packaging
by Staff Writer | Mar 14, 2024
With sustainability initiatives at the forefront of consumer consciousness, a recent survey sheds light on the real preferences and sacrifices people are willing to make for sustainably packaged products.
Microplastics in Human Blood: A Health Risk for Stroke and Heart Attacks
by Staff Writer | Mar 13, 2024
In the wake of growing concerns over the environmental and health impacts of plastic pollution, recent research has spotlighted the insidious presence of microplastics in human tissues and their potential link to significant health issues, including cardiovascular diseases.
The Green Revolution: How IoT and AI are Paving the Way for a Sustainable Future
by Staff Writer | Mar 13, 2024
The integration of AI and IoT into our daily lives and industrial processes has brought about significant environmental benefits. Here are some ways through which these technologies positively impact the environment.
Brewing a Solution: Spent Yeast’s Role in E-Waste Recycling
by Staff Writer | Mar 13, 2024
Electronic waste, or e-waste, is growing rapidly around the world, posing both environmental challenges and opportunities for resource recovery.
Iberostar Achieves 12% Emissions Reduction Ahead of Schedule
by Staff Writer | Mar 13, 2024
The luxury hotel brand achieves a 12% global reduction in Scope 1 and 2 emissions.
Volkswagen Group U.K., Ecobat Partner for Electric Vehicle Battery Recycling
by Staff Writer | Mar 12, 2024
In a significant stride toward enhancing sustainability in the automotive industry, Volkswagen Group United Kingdom Ltd. (VWG U.K.) has forged a pivotal partnership with Ecobat, the foremost authority in battery recycling. This collaboration underscores VWG U.K.’s commitment to fostering a circular energy economy and amplifying its sustainability efforts.