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Check out this blog from me and Courtney Katasak to see how companies can donate their excess and overstock products to nonprofits who can put them to good use! #zerowaste

Who else has a drawer with old batteries shoved in the back, waiting to be dealt with one day? Though we generally know that properly disposing of hazardous materials is crucial for environmental and personal safety, we don't always know what that looks like. On the blog, we take a look at practical ways to send off that “get rid of” pile, once and for all! No more dead batteries going back in our drawers, thank you! Sustainable decluttering involves responsibly disposing of unwanted items through recycling, donating, upcycling, and swapping. This way we ensure minimal environmental impact. By following eco-friendly practices, you can keep your home organized while contributing positively to the planet. Check out our tips! https://lnkd.in/gDBFhj7w

This 1st of July launches a call-to-action from ChangeMakersHub; a South African non-profit organisation, for individuals who want make a difference for our planet and people; to join their EcoChangeMakers movement. Why? in the face of the triple planetary crisis, world powers are calling for citizens to be part of the solution. Did you know that since 2011, Plastic Free July® has been a key initiative of the Plastic Free Foundation, An award winning global Initiative that has mobilized millions towards their vision of seeing a world free of plastic waste. #StartaRipple #IamTheRipple #RippleEffect #CMH #EcoChangeMakers #Impact2030 #PlasticFree #ClimateAction #StrongerTogether #WalkTheTalk #RealImpact #Sustainability Read More: https://lnkd.in/dz8c2G2n Sign Up to become an EcoChangeMaker: https://lnkd.in/dkh236sE

The latest Data#3 ESG report is available for review; if you squint really really hard, you might even spot someone you know 😉 https://lnkd.in/gffmgQDu #TeamD3 #esg #esgreporting

Numerous businesses often encounter excess toner and ink, often unaware of the environmental repercussions linked to improper disposal. Prioritizing a sustainable approach as your lease concludes becomes imperative. Explore three sustainable alternatives: Opt for eco-conscious recycling. Consider contributing to green initiatives through donations. Explore the option of selling to OEM Connect for potential re-use.

Feeling overwhelmed by all the 'Green' buzzwords and changing opinions around #ESG? Let's simplify it. I believe every company can integrate #sustainability by focusing on direct, measurable impact. At Lemonade, we've been committed to making a positive difference for the environment since Day 1. My #sustainability strategy is focused around four key pillars: donations, carbon reduction, eco-friendly products, and our B Lab certification. Here's how it works: 💧 The Lemonade #giveback has donated $2.3M to environmental causes, supporting projects like clean water initiatives, tree planting, ocean conservation, beach cleanups, and more. 💧 I work directly with 14 climate organizations across four countries to ensure transparency and accountability for every $ donated. 💧 Lemonade was the first US insurer to forswear investment in #coal and #fossilfuels. 💧 Our environmentally friendly car insurance is built around planting #trees based on policyholders' driving habits, to reduce carbon emissions. To date, Lemonade has planted over 300,000 trees. 💧Don't be afraid to ask for help. I reached out to Noel Kinder, London L., K. Corley Kenna and other #sustainability experts to help craft my strategy. They ran sessions for myself, Yael Wissner-Levy, Tim Bixby, and other key stakeholders from the Lemonade team. 💧 Experimented with Edo Perry's amazing new platform, Elements World, to incentivize and educate our employees about sustainability efforts. 💧 We've joined the #bcorp Net Zero coalition, standing shoulder to shoulder with companies striving for net-zero emissions. Our commitment involves adopting science-based targets for emission reduction and using Earthly's data tracking to monitor our environmental impact. 💧 We've implemented employee travel restrictions, adhere to Green Building Standards, and choose eco-friendly vendors. 💧 Plus, our #bcorporation certification underscores our legal commitment to environmental responsibility, with a thorough assessment every three years. If you want to join us on this journey towards a sustainable future for all for-profits, my DM's are always open for questions!

First look in the mirror and around your house and understand the reycling & waste streams associated with everything you own, including, vitally, all that unseen packaging that was removed from clothing, electronics, furniture etc etc - most often before you even saw or purchased them! Once you understand your TRUE footprint you can then start to think about how much power you have as an educated consumer, employee, employer, business owner - get involved with community efforts to educate others on sustainability, either as a low key effort such as talking about our footprints, and/or by actively advocating for/donating to/volunteering at Sustainability groups who are leading the way our communities engage these vital issues. Of course, you can always start by reaching out to our plastics recycling non-profit at www.plastic-beach.com to join us 😘

In life, most of us strive to be the best versions of ourselves, and for those of us in the #recycling and #waste industry, we often try to leave the world better than we found it by doing our part to make a difference. This desire to do good is seen through acts like philanthropy, planting trees, volunteering services, leading cleanups, reusing materials and, you guessed it, recycling. However, ensuring materials are recycled properly can be challenging as recycling is not one size fits all, and the concept can be skewed due to many factors. Read more in WasteRecycling magazine: https://lnkd.in/gENU8Pxw

Tomorrow is Earth Day! It is a day that celebrates our planet and serves as a reminder of what we can do to protect the environment. Here are some suggestions for becoming more sustainable and helping the planet: • Volunteer in a community-wide clean-up • Purchase products with less packaging • Donate unwanted items, instead of throwing them away • Use our Household Hazardous Waste Depot • Participate in our Household Recycling Program #earthday

Plastic pollution poses significant physical and chemical threats to our planet, impacting aquatic life, human health and environmental equity, particularly in vulnerable communities. Recycling alone won't solve this crisis; we must dramatically reduce our reliance on plastic.   Shedd Aquarium is committed to reducing plastic here, there and everywhere. April marks a crucial moment for action, both domestically and globally. As leaders gather to negotiate the Global Plastic Treaty, it's imperative that the US leads the charge in addressing this urgent issue.   Join me in urging the Biden Administration to take the lead in building a stronger global agreement to reduce plastic at the source. Click here for an easy way to voice your concerns: https://lnkd.in/dDfWXcGm   Together, let's create a cleaner, healthier future for all.