Environmental Leader

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The asphalt industry recently came up with a plan to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 with four goals to accomplish that effort. The post Asphalt Industry Outlines Plans to Reach Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

Carbon Emissions 100

Carbon Emissions Recycling Waste 100

Environmental Leader

JULY 12, 2022

Best Buy set out in 2017 to reduce its carbon emissions in its operations by 60% by 2030 — from a 2009 baseline. The post Best Buy Excels at Carbon and Waste Reductions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. It has met that goal. Now it is upping the ante.

Waste 105

Waste 2009 Carbon Emissions 2017 105

Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 18, 2022

Bud Light Next has measured and offset last year’s carbon emissions to become Climate Neutral Certified and offers reduction plans for future emissions. The post Bud Light Next Offsets Emissions, Implements Reduction Plans appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

Carbon Emissions 245

Carbon Emissions Recycling Waste 245

Union of Concerned Scientists

MARCH 28, 2023

to integrate food and farm policy in a way that addresses climate change and helps farmers reduce their carbon emissions. Agriculture needs to be a part of the climate solution, given that it is responsible for about 11 percent of heat-trapping carbon emissions in the United States.

Carbon Emissions 278

Carbon Emissions Conservation Atmosphere Renewable Energy 278

Environmental Leader

JANUARY 18, 2022

Midwestern grocery retailer Meijer plans to cut carbon emissions by 50% by 2025 by growing its established energy efficiency programs. The post By Building on Fleet and Refrigeration Efficiency Programs, Meijer Plans to Cut Carbon Emissions by Half by 2025 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

Carbon Emissions 105

Carbon Emissions 2025 Recycling Waste 105

Union of Concerned Scientists

APRIL 30, 2024

SMRs will not reduce the problem of what to do with radioactive waste. The industry makes highly misleading claims that certain SMRs will reduce the intractable problem of long-lived radioactive waste management by generating less waste, or even by “recycling” their own wastes or those generated by other reactors.

Nuclear Power 364

Nuclear Power Electricity Waste Cooling 364

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 6, 2024

The DEP Citizens Advisory Council is scheduled to meet on June 11 to hear presentations on the Mid-Atlantic Hydrogen Hub, Ag-Grid Energy and more on electronics waste recycling. Acting DEP Secretary Jessica Shirley is on the agenda to give an update on agency activities. DEP also provided the Council with a written monthly report.

Recycling 78

Recycling Waste Biofuels Carbon Emissions 78

Environmental News Bits

AUGUST 2, 2021

The carbon-capture experts and the high-end yoga pants purveyor have developed a waste-gas-based polyester with the same appearance, properties and functionality of virgin polyester — a lower-carbon potential game-changer for the apparel industry. Read the full story at Sustainable Brands. Read more →

Carbon Emissions 81

Carbon Emissions Recycling Waste 81

Environmental Leader

FEBRUARY 3, 2022

The asphalt industry recently came up with a plan to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050 with four goals to accomplish that effort. The post Asphalt Industry Outlines Plans to Reach Net Zero Carbon Emissions by 2050 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

Carbon Emissions 84

Carbon Emissions Recycling Waste 84

Vermont Law

MAY 7, 2025

The misleading environmental marketing (greenwashing) claim focuses on Exxons involvement in promoting forms of recycling as a viable solution to the plastic waste crisis, while knowing that recycling would never work at scale. Key to the Exxon case is section 260.12, which focuses on recyclable claims.

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Recycling Waste Carbon Emissions Law 40

Environmental News Bits

JULY 15, 2022

This figure was higher than products using recycled plastic in packaging (59%) and those carrying carbon-emissions claims (47%). Nearly … Continue reading Upcycled food launches leap as concerns around waste grow: report.

Upcycling 75

Upcycling Waste Carbon Emissions Recycling 75

Union of Concerned Scientists

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Despite being used infrequently, these plants are inefficient and highly polluting, and contribute to US carbon emissions. Can they be reused or recycled at the end of their life? Where do their raw materials come from, and how can we ensure their valuable contents are recovered rather than wasted? Click to learn more!

Wind Power 246

Wind Power Renewable Energy Electricity Clean Energy 246

Environmental Leader

APRIL 15, 2022

By using green steel, improving battery technology and implementing renewable energy and more recycled materials, Mercedes-Benz plans to significantly reduce the carbon emissions of its vehicles.

Renewable Energy 116

Renewable Energy Carbon Emissions Recycling Technology 116

Environmental Leader

JULY 12, 2022

Best Buy set out in 2017 to reduce its carbon emissions in its operations by 60% by 2030 — from a 2009 baseline. The post Best Buy Excels at Carbon and Waste Reductions appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader. It has met that goal. Now it is upping the ante.

Waste 66

Waste 2009 Carbon Emissions 2017 66

Earthava

MAY 17, 2021

However, one of its most pressing current challenges is reducing the carbon emissions from transportation, a sector that is one of the highest contributors to greenhouse gases. Green technologies are eco-friendly inventions that’ concerned with energy efficiency, recycling, renewable resources , and more.

Biofuels 95

Biofuels Carbon Emissions Carbon Monoxide Air Pollution 95

Global Green

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

Global Green Endorses Astera and Carbon Conversion Group, Converting Industrial Plastic Waste Into Valuable Resources. This collaboration aims to tackle one of the most pressing environmental issues: the accumulation of industrial plastic waste.

Technology 52

Technology Technology Recycling Waste 52

Academy of Natural Sciences

DECEMBER 1, 2023

Be sure to skip the tinsel and fake garlands, which are made of non-recyclable materials, and focus on obtaining reusable or decomposable decorations that will become part of your holiday traditions. Meats make up a big proportion of our carbon emissions, between preparing, shipping and storing. In the U.S.,

Carbon Emissions 98

Carbon Emissions Recycling Biodegradable Waste 98

Environment + Energy Leader

APRIL 20, 2023

If businesses want to protect their bottom line, it is therefore vital that they gain strong visibility over their suppliers’ emissions, which make up around two-thirds of an average company’s carbon emissions.

Carbon Emissions 130

Carbon Emissions Recycling Waste 130

PA Environment Daily

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

The agreement will help Sheetz avoid nearly 78,000 metric tons of carbon emissions associated with its energy use annually, the equivalent of taking nearly 17,000 cars off the road, according to U.S. Each REC represents the positive environmental attributes of one megawatt hour (MWh) of electricity generated by a renewable power plant.

Renewable Energy 113

Renewable Energy Recycling Carbon Emissions Electricity 113

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2025

PA Bulletin, page 3070 ) Land Recycling/Brownfield Cleanups -- Chesapeake Appalachia LLC - Bahl Shale Gas Well Pad: DEP received a Final Report on remediation of soil contaminated with production wastewater to meet the Statewide Health Standards at the pad located in Forks Twp., Clinton County; Spring Twp. Centre County and Hamilton Twp.,

Natural Gas 83

Natural Gas 2025 Electricity 2027 83

PA Environment Daily

DECEMBER 7, 2022

announced it has begun providing renewable natural gas (RNG) for the Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority in Bellefonte, Centre County, supporting a transition to a cleaner, low-carbon fuel produced from organic waste. On December 7, Clean Energy Fuels Corp.

Natural Gas 52

Natural Gas Recycling Carbon Emissions Clean Energy 52

Enviromental Defense

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

As the polls show, a majority of Canadians know there is no time to waste. Establishing a cap on carbon emissions from the oil and gas sector that ensures no expansions to the sector, and aligns with a plan to wind down production of oil and gas over the next two decades. Our communities can’t afford any more delays.

Environmental Protection 107

Environmental Protection Fossil Fuels Climate Change Recycling 107

Environmental Leader

FEBRUARY 11, 2022

Public energy efficiency projects in Arkansas have cut a significant amount of carbon emissions and saved millions in energy costs since 2010. Here’s how. The post Arkansas Public Energy Efficiency Projects Save $229 Million Since 2010 appeared first on Environment + Energy Leader.

2010 118

2010 Carbon Emissions Renewable Energy Recycling 118

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 25, 2025

. - - Article I, Section 27 Pennsylvania Constitution [Its Not A Suggestion] House Voting Schedule May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13, 24 June 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 16, 17, 18, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 30 -- Committee Schedule Senate Voting Schedule May 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 June 2, 3, 4, 9, 10, 11, 23, 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30 -- Committee Schedule TODAYs Calendar Of Events (..)

Earth Day 53

Earth Day Natural Gas Carbon Emissions Politics 53

PA Environment Daily

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

In June, the Committee was scheduled to consider House Bill 1215 (Vitali-D-Delaware) that would have required hydrogen producing companies to sequester a larger portion of carbon emissions to receive a state tax credit under state Act 108, but the Committee passed over the bill. Read more here.

Recycling 77

Recycling Natural Gas Nuclear Power Fossil Fuels 77

PA Environment Daily

AUGUST 12, 2024

An initial commitment from Shell of more than $1 million will fund initiatives focused on energy transition, decarbonization, polymer recycling and biodiversity, and the creation of an inclusive and innovative energy workforce. Penn State University and Shell USA Inc.

Recycling 105

Recycling Biofuels Carbon Emissions Air Pollution 105

Ocean Conservancy

AUGUST 10, 2021

These reductions mean a significant number of single-use plastic items are not entering the waste stream nor are they ending up in the ocean. Carbon emissions from transportation accelerate climate change and affect ocean health by increasing ocean acidification and driving rising seawater temperatures. Waste Management.

Ocean 80

Ocean Waste Carbon Emissions Recycling 80

E2 Law Blog

SEPTEMBER 21, 2023

11, 2023, the City Planning Commission approved amendments to the New York City Zoning Resolution, called “City of Yes for Carbon Neutrality,” proposed by Mayor Adams’ administration to advance the city’s climate goals, including an 80% reduction in carbon emissions by 2050.

Renewable Energy 105

Renewable Energy Electricity Carbon Emissions Recycling 105

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 27, 2022

The GIANT Company’s Reduced Emissions Program , developed in partnership with GreenPrint , help support local environmental improvement projects at the Horn Farm Center for Agricultural Education in York and the Centre County Recycling Center for Earth Day. Volunteers ended the day by taking a tour of the recycling and refuse facility.

Recycling 52

Recycling Earth Day Waste Carbon Emissions 52

A Greener Life

OCTOBER 10, 2024

Gold for investment could continue without ever taking it out of the ground , while gold for industrial uses could be provided through recycling. Nobody has been bold enough to attempt the first part of that equation, but the recycling part is underway. It deals responsibly with e-waste.

Recycling 52

Recycling Waste Carbon Emissions 52

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Industrial pipe discharging liquid waste. Here are the highlights from the Ontario Auditor General’s Environmental Reports – which can also be called the Ontario government’s lowlights. That’s especially true when it is potential impacts on endangered species that could determine the fate of multi-billion dollar highway contracts.

Government 98

Government Carbon Emissions Climate Change Environmental Protection 98

PA Environment Daily

APRIL 22, 2023

California Area School District California Area School District (CASD) coordinates activities within the district and with local partners that reduce environmental impact, energy use, and food waste; conserve water; introduce sustainable transportation; and increase recycling. Department of Education Green Ribbon Schools Program.

Waste 98

Waste Recycling Solar Power 2010 98

PA Environment Daily

MAY 18, 2023

Tim Ryan Talks Natural Gas Policy, Need For ‘Radical Pragmatism’ -- Schmidt & Clark: Pennsylvania Oil/Natural Gas Field Accidents, Injuries -- EPA Announces Proposed Rule Requiring Cleanup Of Inactive Coal Waste Impoundments, Disposal Areas For Comment [PaEN] -- WHYY: Montgomery County Voters Support New Local Law To Prohibit Public Sewer System (..)

Natural Gas 106

Natural Gas Politics Carbon Emissions Electricity 106

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 30, 2022

At the international and federal levels, significant progress was made on climate action, plastic waste, toxic chemicals and biodiversity conservation. British Columbia was a welcome exception due to initiatives like the province’s clean car standards , plastic waste policies and climate plan. . Read more about the bans here.

2023 96

2023 Fossil Fuels Electricity Carbon Emissions 96

PA Environment Daily

JUNE 11, 2024

Of Environmental Professionals Annual Conference Sept. 15-18 [PaEN] -- Juniata College Raystown Field Station: Leave No Trace Level 1 Instructor Course June 29-30 [PaEN] -- Natural Lands Preserves 95 Acres Of Forest, Waterways, Historical Farm In Chester County [PaEN] -- Williamsport Sun - Bill Bower: Reflections In Nature - Wildlife As Pets?

Nuclear Power 108

Nuclear Power Radiation Carbon Emissions Natural Resources 108

Brag

JANUARY 21, 2022

million in funding for R&D projects to advance next generation plastic technologies to reduce the energy consumption and carbon emissions of single-use plastics. ” According to DOE’s EERE, less than ten percent of plastics are recycled currently. Secretary of Energy Jennifer M.

Technology 45

Technology Technology Biodegradable Upcycling 45

Enviromental Defense

DECEMBER 12, 2023

Reduce’ is the most important part of the mantra ‘reduce, reuse, recycle’ – especially for plastics, which pollute at every part of their lifecycle. Options include reducing food waste, looking for sustainably produced ingredients, and eating less meat and more plant based foods – you could even try growing some vegetables yourself!

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Climate Change Carbon Emissions Government Recycling 111