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Plastic Waste Management for a Sustainable Future

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With an ever-growing population and increased consumption, the amount of plastic waste generated worldwide has skyrocketed, leading to severe environmental problems such as pollution and habitat destruction. The post Plastic Waste Management for a Sustainable Future appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Wasted Food: Rethinking Our Perceptions and Practices

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The post Wasted Food: Rethinking Our Perceptions and Practices appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. In 2022, Feeding America salvaged 3.6 billion pounds of groceries to provide sustenance to families experiencing food insecurity.

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Technology Key to Making Waste Management Sustainable

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Digital systems can help track and reduce waste, increase recycling, and lower operational costs. The post Technology Key to Making Waste Management Sustainable appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts

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The rankings list how each state fares on topics such as recycling, food waste, and landfill use. The post LawnStarter Ranks States for Waste Management Efforts appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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Sustainability Boosts Zero-Waste Packaging Market

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The post Sustainability Boosts Zero-Waste Packaging Market appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. Edible and compostable materials join recyclables as key components of the segment's growth.

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Virginia Ritz-Carlton Achieves 100% Food Waste Circularity

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The Ritz Carlton in Arlington, VA has closed the loop on food waste. The hotel, along with BioGreen360 and Garick, announced the successful 12-month collaboration that has resulted in the development of a 100% circular food waste solution for the hotel.

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Waste Management Acquires Avangard Innovative to Increase Plastic Recycling

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The deal will help Waste Management with processing post-consumer resin, which includes many commercially used plastics. The post Waste Management Acquires Avangard Innovative to Increase Plastic Recycling appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

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