We have partnered with Schnitzer Steel to help Home Depot rune their Styrofoam waste into somethin useful. CIRCULAR ECONOMY: TRANSFORMING TRASH INTO TREASURE December 14, 2020 As the saying goes, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” While it’s easy to apply this to antiques, souvenirs and keepsakes, it can also translate to sustainable practices.…
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The Process of Textile Recycling
Textile recycling refers to a process in which you recover previously used textiles to reuse them. This process has numerous benefits, such as reducing the number of landfills, conserving resources, and reducing pollution related to the production of new textiles. To make such benefits possible, one must complete several steps throughout the process of textile…
Where OCC Packaging Waste Ends Up (and What to Do with It)
Corrugated cardboard waste is produced in large quantities due to the cardboard’s popularity as an ideal packaging material. Throughout the delivery process of packaged materials, these cardboard boxes end up in a variety of different locations—from distribution centers to consumers’ homes. As the demand for cardboard boxes continues to rise to satisfy increasing packaging demands,…
The Environmental Benefits of Recycling Textiles
Most people are aware that they can recycle materials such as paper and cardboard. However, fewer people know they can also recycle textiles such as clothing and other woven fabrics. As a result, only a very small percentage of textile waste gets recycled. Because textile recycling is a beneficial way to reduce waste, increased awareness…
Why You Should Shred Old Hard Drives
Hard drives play a large role in the data storage for universities and businesses; however, they don’t last forever. When your hard drive reaches the end of its life, it’s important to dispose of it properly to protect the safety of your institution from a legal and financial standpoint. To learn more about why you should…
How Optical Sorting Systems Work for Recycling
Effectively sorting waste is essential to the recycling process. If waste isn’t properly sorted, recycling contamination can occur—which leads to excessive waste quantities. In addition, improperly sorted waste could cause costly damages to recycling equipment, halt the recycling process, and pose serious safety threats to recycling workers. One of the most advanced and effective ways…
The Effects of the Zero-Waste Movement
The excessive amount of waste produced on our planet has numerous negative impacts on the environment, from contaminated water sources to the release of harmful gases into the air. In response to our ever-increasing production of waste and the threats it poses, many people are looking for ways to reduce their waste production, giving…
The Main Benefits of Turning Waste into Energy
As the number of landfills spanning the globe continues to increase, finding sustainable ways to dispose of waste becomes increasingly important. In addition to their unsightly appearance, landfills have several negative impacts on the environment. Fortunately, more sustainable and environmentally friendly ways to dispose of waste includes turning it into energy. The process of…
Importance of Doing a Waste Audit in Your Business
As landfill capacity continues to decrease through the years, having a good understanding of your company’s waste habits is especially important. A great way to do so is through a waste audit. A waste audit involves measuring the quantity, volume, and type of waste that an organization produces within a set amount of time.…
5 of the Main Reasons to Have a Two-Ram Baler
Balers provide an effective solution to manage waste at many companies. If you think you should invest in a baler, it’s important to choose the right kind. One of the most popular types of balers is the two-ram baler. This type of baler is similar to a standard single-ram baler, but it also includes…