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A popular generic and rather vague designation. Bio-based plastics or bio-based plastics are polymers derived from renewable raw materials: corn, sugar cane, cellulose, etc. First of all, they are biodegradable. Secondly, their raw material sources, unlike petroleum-based polymers, are completely renewable. When manufacturers write “bio-based”, they are referring specifically to the origin of the material. What happens to it after use is designated by other terms. The biopolymer content varies from 10% to 100% in the different models and manufacturers. … Continue reading “BIO-BASED PLASTIC: What is it?”

Basement renovations are a great way to add value to your home and make extra space for your family. When it comes to choosing wallpaper for your basement, there are a few things you need to keep in mind. Here are some tips, your expert in the basement, bathroom and kitchen remodeling in Canada.  How to Choose ECO-Wallpapers? Wallpapers are all degradable, so let’s look at what kinds there are. Consider the function of the room. The first thing you … Continue reading “Renovation Guide: The Perfect ECO-Wallpaper For Your Basement Room”

We all know that mobile phones give off radiation. We use mobile gadgets every day. Each American spends three hours on their phones on average. Gamesters spend up to 9 hours playing games weekly. Some play Red Stag table games, others prefer the Counter-Strike: Global Offensive video game. So it’s important to take steps to limit the gamblers’ vulnerability to it. All cell phones give off radiation as well but this does not mean that we should stop using them … Continue reading “Are Mobile Gamblers Under Risk?”

There are many benefits to green initiatives. By choosing to implement these practices, these 5 companies are not only helping the environment but also improving the business and supporting a healthier community. #5 eBay To reduce its environmental impact by 2023, eBay has set out to achieve the following goals: Reduce carbon footprint by 50% Reduce water consumption by 50% Reduce waste sent to landfill or incineration by 75% #4 Wager Beat Wager Beat is an online gambling website. For … Continue reading “Top 5 Companies with Green Initiatives”

Soil degradation is a real and pressing issue. Every year, we lose an estimated 24 billion tonnes of topsoil due to erosion – that’s the equivalent of one tennis court-sized area of soil being lost every five seconds. Not only is this loss of topsoil bad for the environment, it also jeopardizes the food security of future generations. With the world’s population expected to exceed 9 billion by 2050, it’s crucial that we take action to protect our soils. Soil … Continue reading “Soil Degradation Is a Real and Pressing Issue”

Educational resource on using ecological purses and bags. Why should people carry them? What issues do they solve? Their pros are that they are biodegradable and strong; they also look more attractive! When they break down they dont leave any harmful residues behind as petroleum oil does. Their usage is banned in many countries around the world because they pollute the landfills. However, there are bags that are made of biodegradable material like cornstarch or tapioca roots. They do not … Continue reading “Why Should We Use Eco Bags?”

In this day and age, the majority of transactions are done using online payment methods because of how fast and easy it is. With a click of a button, you can pay for the service of your choice, so it’s only natural that people will gravitate towards this idea. But the question arises: “How should I choose the payment method that suits my needs?”, and to help you with just that, let’s go over the most popular and secure online … Continue reading “Most Popular Online Payment Methods in 2022”

If you have social media, there’s a big chance you saw the news about climate change, and how it may affect us in the future. Some people brush it off as something insignificant, thinking it’s not going to affect them directly, but some actually pay close attention to it as they should. Let’s talk about tips on how to save our planet! Given the largeness of the topic, we may just think that one person can’t change anything, so what’s … Continue reading “6 Simple Ways to Help the Environment”

It is not a secret that the Internet has become an integral part of our lives. It’s been estimated to consume 20% of all global electricity. That energy expenditure is projected to double or triple by 2025 as more people take advantage of broadband access. It’s hard for some people to understand just how much impact our daily internet activities have on the environment. Most devices are designed with short battery life, so there isn’t much need for power conservation. … Continue reading “Tips To Reduce Your Environmental Impact On The Internet”

Is it possible for software companies to develop eco-friendly practices? Can software ever be green? Sustainability or eco-friendliness stands on a foundation of three pillars—economy, society, and ecology. Software companies have to consider all the possible effects of their products on the economy, society, and environment before developing truly green software. Also, they must consider the software’s complete life cycle, right from the stage of planning it through its distribution, installation and use and finally its disposal. That means software … Continue reading “How Software Companies Try to Be Eco-Friendly”