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Limits of Recycling [Video]

May 3May 3Posted in MediaTagged cons, cost, dangerous, downcycling, energy, glass, hazards, Landfill, materials, metals, plastic, Recycling, recyle, reduce, repurpose, reuse, trash, Waste2 Comments

Limits to recycling by The Fuse School

“Learn the basics about the limits to recycling. Yes, there can be limits to recycling, depending on which materials can or cannot be recyclable, on its cost and how involved society is.”

Could You Be Saving Money On Your Boiler? [Infographic]

February 23March 1Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged benefits, boiler, buying, combi boiuler, cons, conventional, cost, drawbacks, efficiency, energy, guide, heat, infographic, installation, insurance, model, positioning, pros, repair, save money, service, size, system, typesLeave a comment

Identifying that you need a new boiler is one thing, understanding what boiler is best for you is another. So the pals from cast iron radiators 4u take you through the different types of boiler available, what to consider when deciding on which size of boiler to buy and how much it would cost to purchase and install a new combi-boiler.

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Are Organics really better? [Infographic]

June 3June 3Posted in FoodTagged business, carbon, conventional, cost, farm, food, improvement, label, Market, organic, pesticide, produce, production, quality, trend, waterLeave a comment

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After thirty years of study, the Rodale Institute concludes that:

“organic methods are improving the quality of our food, improving the health of our soils and water, and improving our nation’s rural areas. Organic agriculture is creating more jobs, providing a livable income for farmers, and restoring America’s confidence in our farming community and food system.”

Read the whole study here

Is Chewing Gum harmful to the Environment? [Infographic]

March 6March 27Posted in Sustainable GuideTagged biodegradable, butts, chewing gum, cigarrete, common, consumption, cost, costly, daily, damage, disposal, disposed, environment, fish, food chain, habit, infographic, Landfill, litter, natural, packaging, plastic, polymers, process, production, receptacles, sidewalk, street, sustainability, sustainable, synthetic, tossed, toxins, trash, WasteLeave a comment

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A Sticky Problem

Whether it’s being used as a mid-day breath refresher or on the playground to see who can blow the biggest bubble—chewing gum is a daily habit for many people. But what happens when you’re done chewing it? 80–90% of chewing gum is not disposed of properly and it’s the second most common form of litter after cigarette butts.

Chewing gum is made from polymers which are synthetic plastics that do not biodegrade. When it’s tossed on the sidewalk, there it sits until it’s removed which can be a costly, time consuming process. Littered gum can also make it’s way into the food chain. It has been found in fish where it can accumulate toxins over time. Sustainable chewing gums have been produced. These gums are natural, biodegradable substances. Cities are also implementing gum receptacles to cut down on waste. In a six month period these trash cans cut down on littered gum by 72%.

Next time you get ready to toss your gum, consider aiming for a trash can instead of the side walk.