Aerosol cans can be recycled in SA, so set aside those paint, deodorant, spray-and-bake cans. It’s important the label is still intact as some of the products contain hazardous substances, which the handlers need to make sure of. Difficult to recycle non-ferrous metals: copper, aluminium,...
Biodegradable and recycled plastics If the nature of your product means you have to use plastic packaging, at least you can choose 100% recycled or biodegradable options – although plastic can only be recycled a limited number of times before it ends up in landfill. A greener alternative would...
of the 3 R’s of solid waste management :reduce
Vinyl's flexibility can vary widely based on its formulation and intended use. 7 Can PVC be recycled? Yes, PVC can be recycled and is often done so within the construction industry. 6 Why is vinyl popular in the music industry? Vinyl records are prized for their sound quality and nostalgic...
One way to be eco-friendly with garbage bags is to find ones made from 100% post-consumer recycled plastics. These garbage bags get repurposed from the trash that would end up in the landfill to hold more waste. Switching to biodegradable garbage bags and more sustainable materials will help...
This has led to debate about whether they can be recycled, but many are still composted. However, gardener Mike Armitage has told the BBC that the plastic contained in the soil could be washed into streams and rivers and ultimately out to sea. Unilever, the owners of the tea brand PG ...
E-waste recycling is largely a process of separating plastics from metals and internal circuitry. Efficiency in this separation of materials is the foundation of economically viable electronics recycling because the e-waste stream must be processed in a way that separates commodities that can be used...
Vinyl is less commonly used in safety applications due to its lower impact resistance. 8 How is polycarbonate processed for use in products? It requires high-temperature processing and specialized equipment due to its toughness. 6 Can vinyl be recycled like polycarbonate? Recycling of vinyl is less...
Sustainable Sourcing: This involves using materials such as hemp, bamboo, recycled metals, recycled plastics, etc. that don’t harm the environment and making products in ways that are gentle on nature. It’s about being mindful of where materials come from and how they are used. Energy Effic...
“If we re-use our own bags and the business provides some bags but doesn’t have to provide a whole lot because we all have the reusable bags, that’s the best scenario in reducing the amount of waste that’s being generated,” Richardson said. “Paper bags ...