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The importance of a smart waste management system

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Upgrading to smart waste management systems can create cleaner, greener and more spacious urban environments. The post The importance of a smart waste management system appeared first on Innovation News Network.

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Celebrating Earth Month: Driving Toward a Greener, Cleaner Future

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The growth in EV adoption is not only beneficial for the environment but also presents opportunities for businesses and communities to showcase their commitment to sustainability. Waste Reduction : Implement recycling programs, reduce single-use plastics, and opt for digital documentation to minimize waste.

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E-Waste is a Cybersecurity Problem, Too

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million metric tons of electronic waste in 2019, up more than 21% over five years, according to the United Nations’ most recent assessment. Only about 17% of that e-waste was recycled, and what happens to the rest can be detrimental for both human health and privacy. The world generated a record 53.6 We have so, so, so many devices.

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Republic deploys 67 CNG solid waste and recycling trucks in southern NJ and Philadelphia area

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has brought 67 Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) solid waste and recycling trucks to serve customers throughout southern New Jersey and in Philadelphia. One of the more lasting contributions we can make in our community is to protect the environment by reducing ozone-forming emissions wherever possible.

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WHO attributes more than 1 in 4 deaths annually of children under 5 years to unhealthy environment

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Most of these diseases and conditions are at least partially caused by the environment, the World Health Organization (WHO) reports. The impact of the environment on children’s health , provides a comprehensive overview of the environment’s impact on children’s health, illustrating the scale of the challenge.

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Harvard team develops cleaner method to separate rare-earth metals using bacteria

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Processing one ton of rare earths can produce 2,000 tons of toxic waste. Paulson School of Engineering and Applied Sciences (SEAS) have developed a cleaner method to extract rare earth metals. This research was supported by the Harvard University Center for the Environment and the Office of Naval Research. Bonificio et al.

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bp acquires 30% stake in Green Biofuels, UK’s largest provider of hydrogenated vegetable oil fuels

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It is fully compatible with gas oil and significantly cleaner than EN590 (automotive diesel fuel). The product range includes Gd+ HVO, a sustainable renewable paraffinic diesel substitute that can be used as a direct drop-in replacement for diesel. GD+ is an EN15940 paraffinic diesel which meets the ASTM D9725 2D specification.

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