Report models the likely compensation due to societal harm World produces 300 million tons of plastic every year Litigation could cost the plastics industry and its insurers $20 billion in the US over the next eight years, according to a report backed by the United Nations and an Australian billionaire. Companies including petrochemical and consumer […]
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How to Remove Industrial Waste
Industrial waste can be extremely harmful to both the environment and human health, which is why it’s important to learn how to properly remove and dispose of it. Some common types of industrial waste include chemicals, oil, metals, and solvents. So, you have to be very careful while removing these wastes from your premises. Advantages […]
The Best Waste Collection Practices to Follow
Waste collection means the process of picking up waste materials from individuals and businesses and transporting them to a central disposal location. It is a vital service that helps to keep our communities clean and safe. However, gathering waste can also be a dirty and dangerous job because of exposure to hazardous materials. Even if […]
California Gov. Newsom vetoes bill to set recycled content standards for plastic thermoforms
In a veto letter, Newsom said he supports efforts to reduce plastic pollution, but he contends the bill could interfere with SB 54, a bill he signed in June that is widely considered to be the most comprehensive extended producer responsibility law for packaging in the U.S. That law requires numerous reductions and eliminations in […]
How Plastic Waste Affects Human Health
Plastic waste is a huge problem for the environment and human health. It takes hundreds of years to decompose, so it clogs up landfills and pollutes the air and water. Plastic is made from petroleum, so it’s full of toxic chemicals that can leach into the soil and water. What Causes of Plastic Waste The […]
7 Effects of Solid Waste on Business Environments
Solid Waste is one of the most significant environmental problems faced by businesses today. Every year, businesses produce billions of tons of solid waste, which includes everything from packaging and office supplies to manufacturing scraps and electronic waste. This waste takes up valuable space in landfills, pollutes the air and water, and contributes to climate […]
Analyzers try to narrow the range
Matching purchased scrap metal with the optimal melt shop buyer is a critical part of the path toward profits in the scrap recycling business. Identifying the chemistry of metal in hand is a key part of that wider process. In an interview, with Recycling Today last year, metals identification industry veteran Don Sackett, the co-founder […]
How to Create a Circular Economy Action Plan for Your Business
A circular economy is a term used to describe an economy where waste and pollution are designed out, and materials and resources are kept in use for as long as possible. It is restorative and regenerative by design and aims to keep products and materials at their highest utility and value at all times. There […]
What Is Circular Economy and Why Do We Need It?
The circular economy is an important concept in the field of sustainable development and is gaining popularity day by day. Let’s learn about it… What is Circular Economy? Circular economy has been defined as “an industrial system that is restorative or regenerative by intention and design”. In a circular economy, waste and pollution are designed […]
How Creating Recyclable Products Support Effective Waste Management
Companies need to develop products that are recyclable to support effective waste management. Recycling helps to reduce the amount of waste that is sent to landfills, and it also helps to conserve resources. While some products can be recycled easily, others require more effort. Companies that make products that are difficult or impossible to recycle […]