Zero Waste: Page 42
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Study: US operating rooms produce more than 2,000 tons of waste daily
Researchers from the University of California estimate that almost $1,000 in good supplies are wasted per procedure.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 9, 2016 -
Deep Dive
Will paper recycling survive the evolution of the digital era?
While recovery rates are at a record high, the paper industry faces an extended transitional period.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 8, 2016 -
Citywide food waste reduction campaign launches in London
The three-year initiative called TRiFOCAL will take a multi-pronged approach to address shopping, eating and disposal habits.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 8, 2016 -
Ecomaine to begin offering food waste recovery to member communities
The nonprofit recycler's organic material will be processed via anaerobic digestion by Exeter Agri-Energy.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 7, 2016 -
2-year-old DC resident cited for littering sparks conversation about illegal dumping
The toddler was issued a $75 "Notice of Violation" for allegedly littering a discarded envelope with her name on it in an alley.
By Kristin Musulin • Sept. 6, 2016 -
Hawaii's first full-scale composting facility moves into permitting stage
The $10.5 million project aims to be operational by summer 2018.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 6, 2016 -
Basic recycling not available to many Detroit apartment renters due to lack of law
The city says it's working to strengthen the curbside program before focusing on larger buildings.
By Cole Rosengren • Sept. 2, 2016 -
Study: Men litter more, recycle less to 'safeguard their gender identity'
Previous research indicated being environmentally-conscious is "associated with femininity," so researchers designed seven experiments to test male behaviors.
By Kristin Musulin • Aug. 31, 2016 -
Phoenix Recycling hopes to become regional hub in Colorado
The company's new material recovery facility is part of the state's effort to improve rural recycling.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 31, 2016 -
EREF launches SCrAP project to quantify food waste in schools
The foundation is looking for volunteers from K-12 schools throughout the country to track cafeteria waste.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 30, 2016 -
NRDC to conduct multi-city food waste characterization study
Researchers will be digging into the details behind organic waste in Nashville, Denver and New York.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 29, 2016 -
Manufacturer says flexible packaging disposal may require a range of methods
Packaging and label maker LPS Industries makes the case that there will never be one "silver bullet" for the material stream.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 26, 2016 -
Study: Consumers willing to waste more food depending on label language
Researchers from Auburn and Cornell University found that "use by" led to the largest amount of potential waste in a consumer test.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 26, 2016 -
London chefs wage war on polystyrene packaging
A letter co-signed by some of the city's top restaurateurs call on newly elected Mayor Sadiq Khan to ban the material.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 26, 2016 -
Plastic recycler and 3D printer heading to International Space Station
A U.S. aerospace company won a NASA contract to develop potentially game-changing technology.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 24, 2016 -
SPI recognizes first company in Zero Net Waste program
The Ohio-based Minco Group has achieved high diversion rates for its manufacturing waste.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 24, 2016 -
BioEnergy Hawaii to begin construction on $50M resource recovery facility next year
The mixed waste processing project aims to divert 70% of incoming material from the local landfill.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 24, 2016 -
With recycling contamination on the rise, England attempts same solutions as in US
The amount of rejected material vexes the Brits. Will fines and education help?
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 24, 2016 -
EPA adds waste features to Energy Star building management program
The agency's Portfolio Manager program now gives property managers the ability to track 29 types of waste.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 23, 2016 -
Toronto targets multi-unit buildings to reach 70% diversion
About half of the city's population lives in multi-unit buildings that have a 27% diversion rate as compared to a 65% rate for single-family homes.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 23, 2016 -
Indiana county moves forward with composting pilot for frozen food waste
The Lake County operation plans to process 2,000 pounds of material per month as part of a larger zero waste plan.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 23, 2016 -
Synthetic rubber could make tires more easily recyclable
The material could make disposal operations easier for a large portion of the industry.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 22, 2016 -
USDA researchers turn milk protein into film packaging alternative
The protein casein can be used to created edible, biodegradable packaging in place of standard plastic wrappers.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 22, 2016 -
California residents skeptical of plans for new AD facility
Anaergia has a proven track record with anaerobic digestion facilities, but local residents are concerned about potential odors.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 22, 2016 -
APBA poll: Californians want bag fees to support environmental fund over retailers
Results show support for Proposition 65, the lesser known of two bag initiatives up for a vote this fall.
By Cole Rosengren • Aug. 22, 2016
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