The pace of technological progress continues unabated, with the latest developments in AI and machine learning promising exponential growth, exceeding even the templates previously set by Moore’s Law. However, while new digital solutions and tools seem to enter the market every day, their application remains a challenge for businesses looking to solve real-world problems. This…Read More…

Plastic consumption has become one of the major focus points of the environmental movement in recent years, and for good reason – it is probably one of the single most damaging products that humans have ever produced, and its legacy will last much longer than any of our lifetimes.  Once created, plastic will stay around…Read More…

As businesses and organizations across the US continue to look towards reducing their environmental impact, effective commercial waste management is fast becoming part of the conversation. In the US alone, it is estimated that 292.4 million tons of MSW (Municipal Solid Waste) was generated in in 2018, and while figures for business waste generation are…Read More…

In 2016, an estimated 849 million wooden pallets were produced, a 14% rise in overall production since 2011. This accounted for a massive 43% of hardwood and 15% of softwood lumber produced in the U.S, and while around 341 million pallets were recycled, 508 million were manufactured directly from raw materials. Today, it is estimated…Read More…

As the world attempts to reduce its carbon emissions and improve recycling rates, we’re increasingly looking towards technological innovations to help us develop more circular economies. From sophisticated waste tracking through improved recycling facilities to more sustainable products and materials, every stage of the business and consumer journey can be enhanced and streamlined.  One such…Read More…

Thanksgiving is a time of joy and celebration all across the US. Families come together, often from disparate parts of the country, to share a meal and give thanks for everything they are blessed with. But this happy and joyful experience can often become an excuse to overindulge, producing a huge amount of excess food…Read More…

Despite increasing calls for new approaches and materials, the US remains one of the largest consumers of plastic products in the world, second only to China and leading the EU by a little less than 5%. These figures are further compounded when you consider the relative populations of these areas, with the EU containing around…Read More…

Glass, in one form or another, has been around for a long time. In fact, the earliest known examples of ornate glassware date back at least 3,600 years to ancient Mesopotamia, with other suggestions indicating it may have originated even earlier in Egypt. Either way, by the time the Romans came along, glassware was a…Read More…

The rise of the smart city has seen numerous innovations over the past decade, with a range of advanced technologies being introduced to improve and streamline city infrastructure. Spanning many different systems, including energy, transportation, and internet connectivity to name a few, they aim to make urban areas more accessible to everyone that inhabits them. With…Read More…