Nutrient cycle

Thermostat Recycling Corp. Celebrates 20th Anniversary

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Thursday, October 11, 2018
Temperature control, Nature, Chemistry, Switches, Economy of the United States, Water conservation, Thermostat, Honeywell, Recycling, Mercury, Nutrient cycle

FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Oct. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Thermostat Recycling Corp., (TRC) celebrates its 20th anniversary Oct. 24, when it incorporated as a stewardship nonprofit.

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  • FORT WASHINGTON, Pa., Oct. 11, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --Thermostat Recycling Corp., (TRC) celebrates its 20th anniversary Oct. 24, when it incorporated as a stewardship nonprofit.
  • The original founders Honeywell, White-Rogers and General Electric created TRC (through National Electrical Manufacturers Association) with the mission of collecting and recycling thermostats containing mercury, a universally recognized health hazard.
  • "This is a landmark anniversary not only because we collected millions of mercury containing thermostats, but we made a consistent and successful contribution to keep our environment safer," said Ryan L. Kiscaden, executive director, Thermostat Recycling Corp .
  • Thermostat Recycling Corporation, founded in 1998, is an industry-funded nonprofit corporation supported by 30 manufacturers that historically branded and sold mercury thermostats in the United States.

Avritek Achieves R2 Certification for Responsible Recycling

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Wednesday, August 29, 2018
Water conservation, Electronic waste, Recycling, Nutrient cycle, Professional certification, Natural environment, Nature, Universe, Metech Incorporated

SAN DIEGO, Aug. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Avritek, a certified technology solutions provider of data destruction, electronics recycling and asset recovery services, announced it has received the Responsible Recycling (R2:2013) certification accredited by Orion Registrar.

Key Points: 
  • SAN DIEGO, Aug. 29, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Avritek, a certified technology solutions provider of data destruction, electronics recycling and asset recovery services, announced it has received the Responsible Recycling (R2:2013) certification accredited by Orion Registrar.
  • "The R2 certification is another major milestone for our business," commented Avritek CEO, Ed Pletner.
  • "It is a testament to our continued efforts in exceeding the highest standards for data security and responsible recycling in order to protect our clients and the environment."
  • Since 2004, Avritek has been a trusted provider of data destruction, electronics recycling, asset recovery, and reverse logistics services.

InventHelp Inventor Develops Protective Shield for Recycling Bins (TOR-9941)

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Monday, August 20, 2018
Recycling, Water conservation, Energy conversion, Natural environment, Nutrient cycle, Nature, Universe

PITTSBURGH, Aug. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --An inventor from Eden, Ontario, Canada, has developed the patent pending RECYCLE WEB, a recycling bin accessory that shields the top of a recycling bin.

Key Points: 
  • PITTSBURGH, Aug. 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ --An inventor from Eden, Ontario, Canada, has developed the patent pending RECYCLE WEB, a recycling bin accessory that shields the top of a recycling bin.
  • I would always notice a mess in my neighborhood on recycling day.
  • I decided to develop a way to contain these messes," said the inventor.
  • The RECYCLE WEB prevents loose materials from spilling or being blown away by a strong gust of wind.

Solar Panel Recycling: Global Market to Exceed $269 Million by 2023

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Monday, August 20, 2018
Energy, Universe, Nature, Energy conversion, Photovoltaics, Alternative energy, Technological change, Solar panel, Renewable energy, Solar energy, Recycling, Nutrient cycle

The "Solar Panel Recycling Market by Process, by Type, by Shelf life, by Geography - Global Market Size, Share, Development, Growth, and Demand Forecast, 2013 - 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

Key Points: 
  • The "Solar Panel Recycling Market by Process, by Type, by Shelf life, by Geography - Global Market Size, Share, Development, Growth, and Demand Forecast, 2013 - 2023" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • Global solar panel recycling market is projected to reach $269.8 million by 2023.
  • In terms of revenue, the early-loss shelf life category of solar panels is estimated to contribute more than 80.0% share to the solar panel recycling market in 2017.
  • The above-mentioned factors indicate that the increasing popularity of solar energy as a renewable power source is driving the growth of the solar panel recycling market.

Texas School Goes Beyond Usual Recycling Education for Global Reform

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Wednesday, July 11, 2018
Natural environment, Nature, Water conservation, Education in Texas, Awty International School, Independent Schools Association of the Southwest, Recycling, Nutrient cycle, Sustainability

Preparing its graduates to be global citizens who are concerned with contemporary issues and visions for the future.

Key Points: 
  • Preparing its graduates to be global citizens who are concerned with contemporary issues and visions for the future.
  • Olivier Logette, the school's sustainability coordinator, wants to educate Awty students about issues regarding recycling, up-cycling, and refurbishing daily items used in school activities.
  • Challenging them to think about how small environmental actions can contribute to the greater global good for generations to come.
  • "Everyone here at Awty loves those GreenDrop stations and the fact that our school goes beyond the normal recycling streams.

RePower South and the City of Montgomery to Bring Recycling Back to Residents

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Wednesday, June 20, 2018
Natural environment, Recycling, Energy conversion, Water conservation, Electronic waste, Nutrient cycle, Nature, Universe

CHARLESTON, S.C., June 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- RePower South (RPS) has reached an agreement with the City of Montgomery, Ala. to reopen the city's recycling facility to return recycling to Montgomery residents.

Key Points: 
  • CHARLESTON, S.C., June 20, 2018 /PRNewswire/ -- RePower South (RPS) has reached an agreement with the City of Montgomery, Ala. to reopen the city's recycling facility to return recycling to Montgomery residents.
  • RPS offers a cost-effective recycling and waste processing solution that expands recycling recovery across the entire waste stream and produces a low carbon, renewable fuel.
  • RPS will fund the over $7 million capital investment in the newly named City of Montgomery Recycling and Recovery Facility and create over 60 green jobs.
  • "We call our city the Capital of Dreams, and today is yet another milestone fulfilling that promise," says Montgomery Mayor Todd Strange.

Sunshine Recycling of Orlando Signs New Waste Management and Recycling Contracts for Two Clients

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Wednesday, June 13, 2018
Natural environment, Water conservation, Recycling, Waste management, Electronic waste, Nutrient cycle, Nature

ORLANDO, Fla., June 13, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Orlando-based dumpster rental and construction recycling company, Sunshine Recycling , has recently signed contracts with Schmid Construction to provide waste management for two of its construction sites: Lakes of Clermont assisted living facility and Citrus Tower Park in Clermont, Florida.

Key Points: 
  • ORLANDO, Fla., June 13, 2018 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ --Orlando-based dumpster rental and construction recycling company, Sunshine Recycling , has recently signed contracts with Schmid Construction to provide waste management for two of its construction sites: Lakes of Clermont assisted living facility and Citrus Tower Park in Clermont, Florida.
  • "Schmid Construction is an excellent company to work with," says Chuck Herb, owner of Sunshine Recycling.
  • "Our goal is to provide them and all of our clients with efficient waste management.
  • To request a free recycling or waste management quote fromSunshine Recycling of Orlando, please call407-843-7990.

Recycling innovators confirmed as Title Sponsor of pioneering all-female ocean plastic science research mission

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Wednesday, May 23, 2018
Natural environment, Recycling, Nature, Tomra, Universe, Marine debris, Plastic, Nutrient cycle, Reuse

Working across more than 60 markets worldwide, Title Sponsor TOMRA collects 35 billion used drink containers every year for reuse and recycling through their reverse vending solutions.

Key Points: 
  • Working across more than 60 markets worldwide, Title Sponsor TOMRA collects 35 billion used drink containers every year for reuse and recycling through their reverse vending solutions.
  • Currently, only 2% of the world's plastic packaging is turned into new packaging, while 32% ends up in our oceans, nature and communities.
  • Emily Penn, co-founder of eXXpedition, said: "It's a dream for us to welcome TOMRA as our Title Sponsor for the eXXpedition North Pacific voyage.
  • Partnerships for the expedition include Parley for the Oceans, 11th Hour Racing, UN Environment & Clean Seas, Ocean Wise, Pangaea Explorations, Biodiversity Research Institute, Marine Debris Tracker & Another World Adventures.

Global Recyclable Thermoset Market: Focus on Technology: Mechanical Recycling, Energy Recovery, Feedstock Recycling & End-User Industry: Construction, Automotive, Power Generation, Electrical & Electronics, Others - Analysis & Forecast (2017-2026)

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Tuesday, May 15, 2018
Waste management, Natural environment, Water conservation, Waste, Incineration, Energy conversion, Recycling, Nutrient cycle, Cement

Recycling through incineration is termed as energy recovery, but it has not been supported by the governments across the globe.

Key Points: 
  • Recycling through incineration is termed as energy recovery, but it has not been supported by the governments across the globe.
  • China and India being the largest producers of cement globally, hold huge potential for the recycling of thermosetting waste using this technology.
  • What are different products and services being supplied by the key players in the recyclable thermoset market?
  • What are the major driving forces that tend to increase the demand for recyclable thermoset market during the forecast period?

Johnstone Supply Leads TRC's 1st Quarter Thermostat Recycling Tally

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Tuesday, May 8, 2018
Nature, Natural environment, Water conservation, Chemistry, Energy conversion, Recycling, Temperature control, Thermostat, Nutrient cycle, Mercury

Kiscaden said that the success of TRC's collection efforts have reduced the number of recycled units, while adding cost to the per unit collection.

Key Points: 
  • Kiscaden said that the success of TRC's collection efforts have reduced the number of recycled units, while adding cost to the per unit collection.
  • "We are in the unusual situation that our very success reduces future opportunities in our recycling efforts," said Kiscaden.
  • "We often say that when we recycle that last mercury containing thermostat, we've crossed the finish line.
  • Thermostat Recycling Corporation, founded in 1998, is an industry-funded nonprofit corporation supported by 31 manufacturers that historically branded and sold mercury thermostats in the United States.