Recycling

Aduro Clean Technologies Welcomes a Multinational Building Materials Company into its Customer Engagement Program

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
ACT, Oil, Recycling, Polymer, Ventilation, Electronics, Cross, Client, Chemistry, Heart, CEP, HCT

LONDON, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. (“Aduro” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACT) (OTCQX: ACTHF) (FSE: 9D50), a Canadian technology company using the power of chemistry to transform lower value feedstocks, like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, into resources for the 21st century, is excited to announce the onboarding of a leading, multinational building materials company (“MBM Company” or the “Client”) to its Customer Engagement Program (CEP).

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  • LONDON, March 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aduro Clean Technologies Inc. (“Aduro” or the “Company”) (CSE: ACT) (OTCQX: ACTHF) (FSE: 9D50), a Canadian technology company using the power of chemistry to transform lower value feedstocks, like waste plastics, heavy bitumen, and renewable oils, into resources for the 21st century, is excited to announce the onboarding of a leading, multinational building materials company (“MBM Company” or the “Client”) to its Customer Engagement Program (CEP).
  • MBM Company, with extensive manufacturing operations across over 20 countries and a global distribution reach, generates multi-billion-dollar annual revenues.
  • The Client is recognized for its vast range of building materials and is dedicated to promoting sustainability through material circularity—emphasizing the recycling and reuse of materials across its product lines.
  • “Our dedication to providing customer-centric solutions is at the heart of what we do,” commented Ofer Vicus, CEO at Aduro.

Ontario’s transition to EPR Nears One-year Milestone

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
First Nations, EPR, Environment, Recycling, AI, Collection, Work

Optimizing the recycling system includes leveraging technological advancements that will modernize the system and play a pivotal role in enhancing efficiency and accuracy. Innovations such as AI enabled cameras and optical sorters equipped with advanced sensors will revolutionize recycling collection and sortation. These technological innovations offer unparalleled precision and improved efficiency while simultaneously reducing contamination levels. Transparency will be improved through data from material audits, centralized administration, and enhancements to supply chain system design -- all critical for enhancing the recycling system.

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  • As the administrator of Ontario’s common collection system, Circular Materials is responsible for operating this new EPR system for blue box materials.
  • This transition to EPR is taking place between 2023 and 2025, with full EPR implementation across Ontario starting January 1, 2026.
  • On July 1, 2023, Circular Materials kick-started Ontario’s transition to EPR for packaging.
  • Over 400 blue box programs in Ontario are expected to transition to EPR in 2026.

US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) honors DTE Energy with the 2024 ENERGY STAR® Partner of the Year Award for sustained excellence in Energy Efficiency

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Electricity, Climate change, Environment, DTE, Energy efficiency, Private sector, Appliance recycling, DTE Energy, Carbon, EPA, Investment, Lighting, Recycling

Detroit, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) was awarded the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).

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  • Detroit, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Today, DTE Energy (NYSE: DTE) was awarded the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year award by the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA).
  • The award is the highest level of recognition achieved from the EPA, honoring corporate energy management programs that demonstrate organization-wide energy savings, best practices and benefits of ENERGY STAR.
  • The ENERGY STAR government-backed symbol for energy efficiency was established to help customers identify and purchase products that offer savings on energy bills without sacrificing performance, features or comfort.
  • “Receiving this award reflects DTE’s commitment to implementing energy-saving programs that are beneficial to our customers and support the environmental impacts of ENERGY STAR standards,” said Carmen Welch, director, of Energy Efficiency, DTE Energy.

Food Lion’s Sustainable Leadership Achieves Ongoing National Recognition

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Electricity, Climate change, Organization, Public, DNA, Sale, STAR, Carbon, City, EPA, CO2, Lighting, LED, Food Lion, Food, Digestion, Recycling

SALISBURY, N.C., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Food Lion achieved another milestone for its dedicated sustainability efforts and successes in energy conservation. For the 23rd consecutive year, Food Lion has earned the ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year Award from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency and the U.S. Department of Energy. The omnichannel grocery retailer is the only company in the nation to receive the distinctive honor for 23 years.

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  • The omnichannel grocery retailer is the only company in the nation to receive the distinctive honor for 23 years.
  • The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency sponsors the ENERGY STAR program annually, recognizing organizations for outstanding leadership and advocacy of energy preservation to promote a cleaner future.
  • Now, 95% of Food Lion’s 1,108 stores have more sustainable lighting with upgrades planned in 2024 for the remaining locations.
  • From a broader sustainability standpoint, the retailer is also reducing its carbon emissions footprint through rigorous recycling and food waste efforts.

Empowering Success, Sustainable Green Team, Ltd. (SGTM) Strengthens Leadership Roles with Key Executives and Advisors to Drive and Power Sustainable Growth

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Strategic management, Climate change, Growth, Environment, Recycling, CFO, Knowledge, Climate, Strategic planning, Green Team, Food security, Entrepreneurship, Investment, OTCQX, Advertising, Marketing, Consultant, Management

As a global powerhouse organization, with experienced executives and advisors working together, the Company is preparing for the opportunities and successful accomplishments that lie ahead.

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  • As a global powerhouse organization, with experienced executives and advisors working together, the Company is preparing for the opportunities and successful accomplishments that lie ahead.
  • Sustainable Green Team, Ltd. introduces the following executives and consultants:
    - Barry Pape nfuss has been appointed as the Chief Financial Officer (CFO) for SGTM.
  • His expertise in strategy, investments, and leadership in food security will be invaluable to the company's sustainable growth.
  • "Their diverse backgrounds and expertise will be instrumental in driving our sustainable growth and making a positive impact on the environment."

Aqua Metals and 6K Energy Sign Strategic Supply Agreement to Establish North America’s First Sustainable Lithium Battery Supply Chain

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
CAM, EV, Recycling, Partnership, Metal, United, Carbon, Mineral, Nickel, Lithium, Ecosystem, Inflation, Movement, Aqua

RENO, Nev. and JACKSON, Tenn., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aqua Metals (NASDAQ: AQMS) and 6K Energy announced the signing of a strategic supply agreement today, establishing North America's first sustainable circular supply chain for the critical minerals essential for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries.

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  • RENO, Nev. and JACKSON, Tenn., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Aqua Metals (NASDAQ: AQMS) and 6K Energy announced the signing of a strategic supply agreement today, establishing North America's first sustainable circular supply chain for the critical minerals essential for manufacturing lithium-ion batteries.
  • Starting in 2024, Aqua Metals will supply 6K Energy with sustainably recycled critical minerals, ramping up to provide 30% of the nickel and lithium carbonate needed for 6K Energy's PlusCAM facility.
  • As the United States expands lithium battery manufacturing capacity to nearly one terawatt-hour by 2030, the alliance between Aqua Metals and 6K Energy aims to establish North America’s only sustainable closed-loop supply chain for critical battery materials.
  • The core of Aqua Metals’ and 6K Energy's position as pioneers of a sustainable supply chain lies in their innovative, electrified processes.

O-I GLASS JOINS SUSTAINABLE WINE ROUNDTABLE TO ADVISE AND ADVANCE GLOBAL WINE SUSTAINABILITY

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Carbon, Round Table, Wine, Organization, Glass, Cento, Carbon Trust, Corporate Affairs, Ecosystem, SWR, Recycling

The Sustainable Wine Roundtable is an independent, non-profit roundtable for sharing best practices to advance sustainability

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  • The Sustainable Wine Roundtable is an independent, non-profit roundtable for sharing best practices to advance sustainability
    O-I will be the first glassmaker, globally to join the Roundtable
    Perrysburg, Ohio, March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) --  – O-I Glass, Inc. (“O-I Glass” or “O-I”) announced today that the company will join a global collaborative platform to advance sustainability across the wine industry as member of the Sustainable Wine Roundtable (SWR) .
  • The SWR consists of more than 120 members representing leading wine brands, small producers, distributors, retailers, and packaging producers to make the wine sector even more sustainable.
  • By joining SWR, O-I glass will work to help members make progress toward their sustainability objectives for packaging in glass.
  • Wine packaging represents nearly 20 percent of O-I’s global glass container portfolio.

AIChE Selected by DOE to Lead New Hydrogen Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell Recycling Consortium 

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
Hydrogen, Delaware State University, University of Houston, Worcester Polytechnic Institute, Plug Power, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, National Renewable Energy Laboratory, Recycling, Chemours, Research, University, American Institute, RDD, University of Delaware, RD, DOE, General Motors, Electrolysis, Renewable energy

Among the recipients, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) was selected to lead H2CIRC, a new “recovery and recycling” consortium charged with developing innovative and practical approaches to enable the recovery, recycling, and reuse of materials and components for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers.

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  • Among the recipients, the American Institute of Chemical Engineers (AIChE) was selected to lead H2CIRC, a new “recovery and recycling” consortium charged with developing innovative and practical approaches to enable the recovery, recycling, and reuse of materials and components for hydrogen fuel cells and electrolyzers.
  • This development will be supported by federal funding to be awarded to AIChE for the Hydrogen Electrolyzer and Fuel Cell Recycling Consortium, which totals $50 million over five years.
  • Additional DOE funding is being awarded for projects including low-cost, high-throughput electrolyzer manufacturing; electrolyzer component and supply chain development; advanced technology and component development; advanced manufacturing of fuel cell assemblies and stacks; and fuel cell supply chain development.
  • AIChE and its consortium partners will establish a blueprint across the industry for recycling electrolyzer and fuel cell systems and components, aimed at securing long-term supply chain security and environmental sustainability.

Sabert Sets New Standards in Sustainable Food Packaging with the Introduction of Earthtel™ r-PRO™ Bowls and Containers

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Tuesday, March 26, 2024
PP, PCR, Container, APR, Marketing, Food packaging, Collection, Ventilation, Recycling

SAYREVILLE, N.J., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sabert Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of innovative and sustainable food packaging solutions, announced the launch of its new Earthtel™ r-PRO™ line of round bowls and containers.

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  • SAYREVILLE, N.J., March 26, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Sabert Corporation, a leading global manufacturer of innovative and sustainable food packaging solutions, announced the launch of its new Earthtel™ r-PRO™ line of round bowls and containers.
  • Designed with sustainability in mind, the Earthtel™ r-PRO™ line is a groundbreaking solution for foodservice operators looking to reduce their environmental footprint.
  • The new eco-friendly and innovative round bowls and containers feature a sleek design and curated stone color, providing a modern, upscale look that enhances both cool and warm-toned foods.
  • For more information about Earthtel™ r-PRO™ Round Bowls and Containers, please visit www.sabert.com .

2023 Sustainability Report Shows How Berry Global is Delivering on its Impact 2025 Strategy

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Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Professional Services, Sustainability, Recycling, Alternative Energy, Energy, Environment, Other Manufacturing, DEI (Diversity, Equity and Inclusion), Packaging, Chemicals, Plastics, Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG), Manufacturing, Electricity, PCR, Ethics, GHG, MSCI, Science, PP, Wind, Business ethics, Berry Global, Computer security, Targets, Total Recordable Incident Rate, Renewable energy

Global packaging leader Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY) released its 2023 Sustainability Report , providing a clear picture of the company’s progress towards its ambitious environmental sustainability, social impact, and corporate governance commitments.

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  • Global packaging leader Berry Global Group, Inc. (NYSE: BERY) released its 2023 Sustainability Report , providing a clear picture of the company’s progress towards its ambitious environmental sustainability, social impact, and corporate governance commitments.
  • “Through a deep commitment to innovation, customer service, and a people-first culture, our company’s long-term vision is to be the leading source for sustainable packaging,” said Kevin Kwilinski, CEO of Berry Global.
  • In 2023, Berry increased the use of renewable electricity across its business by an impressive 65%, including converting all of its operations in Mexico to wind and solar power.
  • Learn more by downloading Berry’s 2023 Sustainability Report and view snapshots of the company’s sustainability strategy, data, and progress on its corporate website .