October 12, 2023
Every year about 11.2 billion tonnes of solid waste is collected worldwide, with much of that ending up in landfills, contributing to emissions and environmental change. So, when it comes to deciding which sustainability practices to focus on in your workplace, waste management is an area that can significantly reduce your organization’s environmental footprint.
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May 17, 2023
Short for “electronic waste”, e-waste refers to any discarded device or equipment that has a plug, battery or electrical cord—from old mobile phones and laptops to refrigerators, televisions and even electric toothbrushes. With the increasing rate of product obsolescence, shorter device life span, and the insatiable consumer demand for the latest tech models, it’s no surprise
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February 14, 2023
Who better to create cutting-edge sustainable engineering solutions than one of Turkey’s top green innovators? Since 1967, family owned and operated Ergin Makina has been providing manufacturing, assembly and mechanical services to construction and engineering firms across Turkey. In 2013, a demand for more affordable—and greener—counterweight
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January 6, 2023
Click to access a practical list showing ways to reduce your carbon footprint at home, school, and the workplace.
September 1, 2022
Peter Voldeng is up to big things. With the launch of VDQ-NRG, a Saskatoon-based sustainable tech company that is revolutionizing the way communities manage landfill waste, the innovator and professional engineer is on a mission to turn garbage into substances that fuel our daily lives. But Voldeng’s big dreams come from humble beginnings, when the entrepreneur was growing up on his
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July 6, 2021
Looking to Sustainable options in resource conservation, supply chain choices and member participation is easily what makes a gym stand apart. You'll find ideas on how to give your gym an eco-friendly lift.