Tag: Waste
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How to Keep Your Sofa Clean with Zero Waste Practices
Cleaning the sofa without waste is an excellent step towards being green and suitable for the living space. You can achieve this by combining effective cleaning tactics with sustainable practices, making sofa cleaning simple and environmentally friendly. Understanding Zero Waste Cleaning Natural reusable materials create less waste, which is what zero-waste cleaning is all about.…
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Harry Redknapp backs Unibond sealant after seeing DIY waste
Former footballer and manager Harry Redknapp has become the face of a new eco-friendly DIY product after being shocked by the amount of plastic waste created during his own home renovation. Redknapp is lending his support to UniBond’s Next Generation Sealant Cartridge – a recyclable, part-cardboard alternative that the company says can reduce plastic waste…
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Water Truck Telemetry: Track Usage and Cut Waste
In mining, civil construction, and infrastructure projects, water trucks play an essential role. They suppress dust on haul roads, provide moisture for soil compaction, and deliver water to remote worksites. But while these vehicles are indispensable, they also represent a significant cost centre. Fuel consumption, water usage, wear and tear, and operator efficiency all impact…
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Smarter yard waste removal for busy homeowners
When branches pile up and the grass clippings outnumber your weekend hours, it’s tempting to let the mess linger. But a cleaner, safer outdoor space is closer than you think. Professional services for yard waste removal can help homeowners across Northwest Indiana reclaim their yards without renting a truck, wrangling tarps, or spending Saturday in…
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What is Biogas? Converting Waste to Energy
In a world grappling with climate change, growing waste streams, and increasing energy needs, biogas has emerged as a promising solution at the intersection of waste management and renewable energy. By harnessing organic waste materials and turning them into useful energy, biogas offers environmental, economic, and social benefits. Here, we’ll explore what biogas is, how…
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McLaughlin & Harvey to build £33m waste centre for north London
Councillor Alan Schneiderman, Barnet Council cabinet member for environment and climate change and Cricklewood ward member, added: “The new Waste Transfer Station, which will manage waste and recycling for Barnet and six other north London boroughs, features modern and environmentally friendly elements such as living roofs, as well as noise and odour controls. View the…
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Waste plant fibres make compressed earth blocks stronger, study finds
Plant fibres can increase compressed earth blocks’ strength by 12%, a study by the University of Portsmouth has found. Researchers at the School of Civil Engineering and Surveying examined the fresh and hardened properties of three raw earth mortar mixes to determine the extent to which plant fibres from agricultural waste could replace the cement…
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How can we eliminate plastic waste from construction sites?
During plastic audits, sock pipe coverings had been identified as a single use plastic waste stream. NI Water and Farrans Glanua identified hard, recyclable covers which could be washed and reused instead. These recyclable end caps are now used on the trunk main framework, contributing towards Farrans’ zero plastic to landfill objective. View the original…
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Environmental Benefits of Using Skip Bins for Waste
Skip bins do way more than just give you a convenient spot to throw away rubbish. Many people don’t realise their huge environmental impact. A skip bin service helps create several positive outcomes for our environment. Companies like 7 Skips sort and recycle the waste from your bins, which cuts down landfill waste dramatically. These…
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Are DIYs Worth It Or A Waste Of Monday? Experts Discuss
I have a confession: I have the heart of a DIYer, but…I’m not sure I’m actually good at it. To the point that I know many of the projects I’ve taken on have ended up costing me more money by trying to save money. Oh, the irony. This is due to several reasons: I complete…