We helped these companies go green. Want to be next?
For companies around the world, the race to “go green” is on. From the eco-based startup with a long-term plan to change the world, or an existing multinational business that needs to overhaul its existing policies, companies are waking up to the benefits of sustainable practices. Much more than simply an exercise in brand marketing,…Read More…
10 cities with forward-thinking recycling programs
Over the past 20 years, municipalities across the US have been steadily increasing their recycling recovery rates, or the amount of municipal solid waste (MSW) they are able to divert away from landfill. In fact, since the turn of the millennium, national recycling figures have increased by more than 25%, with year-on-year growth pushing the…Read More…
What you might not know about different types of waste
It’s the season of everything that is spooky, sinister, and downright scary. Today’s trick-or-treaters may be in for a bit of a fright if they knew exactly what kind of environmental impact October 31st has on our environment. It seems the most shocking aspect of Halloween has nothing to do with ghosts or goblins but…Read More…
Saving the planet: 15 practices your company can implement now to reduce waste
When it comes to running a business, there’s no escaping the huge amounts of waste that comes with it. Whether you are involved in the manufacturing of physical products or providing services from an office, trash and trade go hand in hand. A large proportion of business waste falls into the category of Municipal Solid…Read More…
NYC Organics Update: Law could be expanded to cover more businesses
Thursday, October 3, 2019 saw the New York City Department of Sanitation announce proposals to expand its landmark Commercial Organics Law and boost the city’s sustainable credentials. The latest update encompasses more businesses than ever before in plans to keep a further 100,000 tons of food waste out of landfill each year. According to Sanitation…Read More…
Can municipal waste and recycling be smarter?
We think so.
While cities and towns across the country commit to smart systems for utilities, housing, and schools, recycling and waste service systems remain stagnant and resistant to innovation. On the residential side, many cities use outdated technology – or no technology at all – to plan service routes, pickup and drop-off points, and schedules. Since commercial…Read More…
A simple illustrated guide to types of waste
The range of products and materials in circulation present numerous challenges at all stages of the waste management journey. Contaminated waste streams and mixed-material products are among the biggest issues to effective recycling, making current systems less efficient and more expensive. When it comes to effective waste management as a whole, the correct identification and…Read More…
Saving the planet— Living the zero waste lifestyle
September 23-29, 2019 sees Climate Week NYC take place in venues throughout New York, with non-profit The Climate Group, the City of New York, and the UN working together to coordinate hundreds of events over Climate Week and through the newly established Climate Hub. The week-long program will run in conjunction with the UN Secretary-General’s…Read More…
How to recycle electronics in Chicago: A guide
As the third most populous city in the US, Chicago produces a significant amount of trash. In fact, the State of Illinois generates 19 million tons of garbage a year, with the city of Chicago responsible for a large proportion of that figure. Today, the reduction of that waste and an increase in effective recycling…Read More…
The circular economy –
What is it and why does it matter?
The circular economy is a revolutionary approach to the way we consume and dispose of products. Discover how it works and why it matters. In a brave new world of sustainability, the circular economy is a concept that has developed over decades to become a viable alternative to our existing, wasteful systems of unchecked consumption….Read More…