Biodegradable waste news articles 
( 1/2 ) 12 Simple steps for going green in 2012
As we head into 2012, many of us will be resolving to lose those few extra pounds, save more money, or spend a few more hours with our families and friends. But there are also some resolutions we can make to make our lives a little greener. Each of us, especially in the United States, can make a commitment to reducing our environmental impacts. "The global community, and particularly people living in industrialized societies, have put unsustai... [more]
( 2/2 ) 12 Simple Steps for Going Green in 2012
As we ring in the new year, here are twelve steps that we can all take to reduce our impact on the environment (8) Get out and ride We all know that carpooling and using public transportation helps cut down on greenhouse gas emissions, as well as our gas bills. Now, cities across the country are investing in new mobility options that provide exercise and offer an alternative to being cramped in subways or buses. Chicago, Denver, Minneapolis, ... [more]
Carbon free energy system presented at Energy Roadmap 2050
In March 2011, the European Commission published the overall decarbonisation roadmap covering the whole economy. All sectors, power generation, transport, residential, industry and agriculture, were analysed. The Commission has also been preparing sectoral roadmaps, among which the Energy Roadmap 2050 is the last one, focusing on the whole energy sector. In order to cut emissions by over 80% by 2050, Europe's energy production will have to be... [more]
Reduce, Reuse and Recycle : Mitsubishi Electric invits schoolchildren to its renewable firm ti learn the value of the 3 Rs
Students (7 to 10 years old) from Templewood School in Pentley Park, Welwyn Garden City went to Mitsubishi Electric to learn the importance of reducing energy use in our everyday lives, re-using things wherever possible and recycling to help reduce carbon emissions and limit the effects of climate change. Parent Ian Pottinger, who works for TSG Building Services plc, a Mitsubishi Electric Accredited Heating Partner was keen to involve his son... [more]
BHSL's Top Loader offers energy savings of up to 60 percent for biomass handling
BHSL's new Top Loader stores, moves and dispenses up to 150 tonnes of biomass or other agricultural and waste products per day. It is driven by two 2.2kW motors, which operate via a programmable logic controller (PLC) using BHSL proprietary software. Compared with moving floors and walking floors, the Top Loader is extremely energy efficient. With energy savings of up to 60% and simplified maintenance due to moving parts being located overhea... [more]
Other Biodegradable waste news and reviews
PCB submits report to HC on waste processing plant
The Kerala State Pollution Control Board submitted before the High Court (HC) on Wednesday that the total functional capacity of the biodegradable waste processing plant at the Vilappilsala solid...
Editorial: Implementing solid waste management
Segregation starts at home. But very few practice this as they have become used to dumping all kinds of waste into a garbage can, instead of segregating it into biodegradable, recyclable, residual and special waste. The city environment office implemented the “no segregation, no collection policy” last July 1 and though it was a rocky start, barangays have slowly adjusted to this policy ...
Vilappilsala plant can set a model, say experts
Stress need for its uprade and proper management
Vilappilsala plant can become a model for the country, say experts
If properly managed and operated the Vilappilsala plant can be upgraded as the best solid waste treatment plant in the country, say experts. Speaking to The Hindu they said that on...
D.A.s target ‘biodegradable’ labels on dog poop bags
COSTA MESA - The owners of a local business selling plastic dog waste bags are saying they and similar businesses are the target of an investigation by a group of district attorneys over the use of ecofriendly language on their product labels.
Clearance for modern waste treatment plants
The Cabinet on Wednesday gave clearance to establishment of modern waste treatment plants in the districts, depending on the availability of land. Briefing the media on the Cabinet decisi...
3 junkshops shut down
ANGELES CITY -- The City Environment and Natural Resources Office (Cenro) here has closed three junkshops for allegedly violating environment laws, among which is the open burning of biodegradable wastes. A “Notice for Closure” was served by the City Government to De Guzman Junkshop, Asuncion Junkshop, and Alib Trading & Junkshop. Have something to report? Tell us in text, photos or videos. The ...
Press release
"At last Eric Pickles has seen sense - despite all the spin, this scheme offers councils cash to introduce weekly food waste collections, even if they keep fortnightly black bag bin rounds.
New garbage collection system shortly
A propaganda campaign to encourage public to separate household garbage as biodegradable waste, glass, and polythene and plastic will be initiated this year from grassroot level, said Environment Minister Anura Priyadarshana Yapa.
Amazon fungi found that eat polyurethane, even without oxygen
(PhysOrg.com) -- Until now polyurethane has been considered non-biodegradable, but a group of students from Yale University in the US has found fungi that will not only eat and digest it, they will do so even in the absence of oxygen.
