14Apr

“A second life for disused modules and EV batteries”

Swiss researchers are developing models for how to reuse PV modules and EV batteries after their “first life” has ended.

14Apr

“Old Tires Put to Good Use”

@NUSingapore researchers have developed a way to convert waste tires into ultralight aerogels for use as foam and insulation.

14Apr

Tips for recycling while working from home: prepare your own food (cuts down on single-use packaging) and avoid needlessly stockpiling.

10Apr

A bill introduced by @SenAngusKing seeks $150 million over five years to build a national collection system for used li-ion batteries.

10Apr

Up to 35 billion metric tons of non-metallic minerals are extracted annually to construct residential and commercial buildings.

10Apr

Three tips for being a zero-waste parent with a baby: breastfeed, opt for cloth diapers, and use reusable bags for everything.

07Apr

According to @EPRINews, 2.1 million tons of wind turbine blade waste will be generated over the next 30 years.

07Apr

Bags from @Solo_NewYork‘s Re:cycled Collection are each made with between three and eight recycled plastic bottles.

07Apr

Since China’s import ban on most recyclables, approximately 70 U.S. municipal curbside recycling programs have ended.

02Apr

Regardless of whether EV batteries are repurposed after they are removed from a car, they will eventually need to be recycled or disposed.