WasteManagement
The ‘supercenter’ effect: How massive, one-stop retailers fuel overconsumption − and waste
The ‘supercenter’ effect: How massive, one-stop retailers fuel overconsumption − and waste Big-box supercenters like Walmart, Target, and Costco can contribute to overconsumption and waste among consumers, leading to a significant increase in consumer waste. A recent study found that the presence of supercenters results in an increase in consumer waste of up to 7%, […]
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Iron nanoparticles can help treat contaminated water – our team of scientists created them out of expired supplements
Iron nanoparticles can help treat contaminated water – our team of scientists created them out of expired supplements Scientists have developed a new method to produce iron oxide nanoparticles from expired iron supplements, which can help treat contaminated water by removing pollutants such as oil and heavy metals. The nanoparticles were created using hydrothermal carbonization, […]
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Why recycling solar panels is harder than you might think − an electrical engineer explains
Why recycling solar panels is harder than you might think − an electrical engineer explains Recycling solar panels is harder than it seems due to their complex design and materials, making it difficult to break them down and recover valuable components. The cost of recycling a solar panel can be three to four times higher […]
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How single-stream recycling works − your choices can make it better
How single-stream recycling works − your choices can make it better Single-stream recycling makes it easy for consumers to recycle, but behind the scenes, complex sorting systems and contamination lead to a significant percentage of materials ending up in landfills. The biggest challenge in plastic recycling is contamination, which can be caused by food residue, […]
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Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heat
Plastic pyrolysis − chemists explain a technique attempting to tackle plastic waste by bringing the heat Large proportions of plastic waste don't get recycled. Westend61 via Getty Images Plus In 1950, global plastic production was about 2 million tons. It’s now about 400 million tons – an increase of nearly 20,000%. As a material, it […]
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