Shrinking the Food Waste Circle
June 19, 2017
Researchers have found that when diners knew their food waste was being composted, they wasted considerably more than those who believed their food scraps were destined for the landfill.[1]
Environment
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Tech Startup Brings Data, Circular Decision Making to Waste and Recycling Industry
June 19, 2017
Rubicon is bringing technology and data to the $1 trillion global waste and recycling industry, and thereby realigning incentives to divert waste from landfills and promote a more circular economy.
Johnson Controls Circular Economy of Automotive Batteries and Beyond
June 19, 2017
Brief description of initiative
Travel With Purpose: Developing Circular Solutions
June 19, 2017
Extending the life cycle of products beyond one singular use is critical to societies’ long-term success. To achieve this, however, we must shift how consumers and businesses purchase, operate, and create guests’ experiences.
Innovation Is Happening Right Under Your Feet
June 19, 2017
One of the most impactful changes is coming soon and will land right under your feet. At DSM we support the move toward a circular economy to address resource scarcity and stimulate business growth.
Building Momentum for Recycled Glass in the Rockies
June 19, 2017
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From Waste to Product in the High-tech Sector
June 19, 2017
Along with Intel’s passion for innovation, our founders instilled a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. We continuously strive to improve energy efficiency, reduce emissions, and conserve resources throughout our operations.
From Filthy Trash to Green Renewable Products: Driving the Circular Economy by Converting Waste to Everyday Goods
June 19, 2017
Imagine giving your living room a makeover using a bright new coat of paint...made from trash. Fiction? Not anymore.
Design for a Circular Economy: The Story Behind IDEO’s “The Circular Design Guide”
June 18, 2017
“The Circular Design Guide” is a free, online resource developed by the Ellen MacArthur Foundation and IDEO.
June 15, 2017
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[Editor’s Note: The U.S. Chamber Foundation’s 2017 Sustainability and Circular Economy Summit will be held on June 26-28 in Washington, D.C.