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Ever wonder how plastic water bottles are recycled?

Sink-float separation is a crucial step in recycling, especially for plastics. Here`s how it goes:

1️⃣ Collection: Mixed plastics are collected from various sources.
2️⃣ Sorting: Plastics are chopped into small pieces and mixed with water.
3️⃣ Separation: The mixture is then introduced to a tank where some plastics sink (like PET) while others float (like HDPE).
4️⃣ Skimming: Skimmers remove the floating plastics, while the sinking ones continue on for further processing.
5️⃣ Cleaning: The separated plastics are cleaned and dried thoroughly.
6️⃣ Transformation: Now, these clean plastics can be melted down and molded into new products

By using the sink-float method, we can efficiently separate and recycle different types of plastics, reducing waste and conserving resources. You can help bring down the one million-bottles-per-day job of recycling bottles by using your own permanent filtered water container.

#RecycleResponsibly #ReduceReuseRecycle 🌱
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Embrace Circular Fashion! 🔄

Did you know that the fashion industry is one of the most resource-intensive sectors? It`s time for a change! Circular fashion is the future! It`s all about creating, wearing, and reusing clothes sustainably. Here`s how it works:

1️⃣ Reduce: Buy less, choose quality over quantity. Invest in timeless pieces that last.
2️⃣ Reuse: Pass on clothes you no longer wear to friends, donate, or sell them.
3️⃣ Recycle: Opt for eco-friendly fabrics and brands. Recycle old clothing to give them new life.
4️⃣ Repair: Mend, alter, and fix your clothes to extend their lifespan.
5️⃣ Resell: Explore second-hand shops or online platforms for amazing pre-loved finds.

Let`s make fashion kinder to our planet and our wallets.

#CircularFashion #SustainableStyle #FashionRevolution
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🌍🧹 Get Ready for National Clean Up Day 2023! 🧹🌍

Mark your calendars for September 16th because it`s time to roll up our sleeves and make a difference! National Clean Up Day is just around the corner, and we`re gearing up to show some love to our planet. Let`s come together as a community and take action for a cleaner, greener world. 🌎💚

Whether it`s picking up litter in your local park, cleaning up a beach, or organizing a neighborhood cleanup, every small effort adds up to create a huge impact. Let`s spread awareness about the importance of a clean environment and inspire others to join in too!

Let`s turn National Clean Up Day into a movement that resonates far and wide. Are you in? Comment below and let us know how you`re planning to contribute on September 16th! 👇✨

#NationalCleanUpDay #CleanTheWorld #GreenInitiative #BeTheChange #CleanerGreenerFuture
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Looking for a hassle-free way to enjoy meals on the go, while still being mindful of the environment? Say hello to disposable wooden utensils – your eco-friendly companions for picnics, parties, and beyond! 🌱

Here`s why they`re a must-have:
1️⃣ Sustainable Swaps: Ditch single-use plastics and opt for biodegradable utensils made from renewable resources. 🌱♻️
2️⃣ Earthy Elegance: Elevate your dining experience with the natural beauty and rustic charm of disposable wooden utensils.
3️⃣ Travel-Friendly: Lightweight and convenient, they`re perfect for on-the-go meals, camping trips, and outdoor gatherings.
4️⃣ No Cleanup Stress: Enjoy your meal and dispose of the utensils guilt-free, without worrying about washing or recycling.
5️⃣ Safe and Non-Toxic: Made from natural wood, these utensils won`t leach harmful chemicals into your food.
6️⃣ Versatile Solutions: From forks to spoons and knives, disposable wooden utensils cover all your eating needs.
7️⃣ Biodegradable Beauty: These utensils break down naturally over time, leaving behind minimal environmental impact.
8️⃣ Perfect for Events: Planning a party? Impress your guests with a touch of eco-elegance while staying planet-friendly.

Join the movement towards sustainable living with disposable wooden utensils – your convenient companions in making a difference, one meal at a time! 🌍

#DisposableWoodenUtensils #EcoFriendlyDining #ConvenienceWithConscience
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Cheers to a well-deserved day of rest and celebration! Happy Labor Day to all the hardworking individuals who keep the wheels turning. 🎉 #happylaborday ...

Exciting News: Pyrolysis – Transforming Recycling Contamination! ♻️🌱

Did you know that we`re making massive strides in tackling recycling contamination? Say hello to the game-changer: Pyrolysis!

How Does It Work?
1️⃣ Collection: Mixed or contaminated plastics are collected, keeping the recycling stream cleaner.
2️⃣ Heat It Up: Plastics are heated in a controlled environment without oxygen, breaking them down.
3️⃣ Resource Harvest: The broken-down materials are collected – oil, gas, and carbon black.
4️⃣ New Beginnings: These resources are reused in various industries, reducing the demand for new raw materials.

Let`s spread the word about pyrolysis and its revolutionary impact on recycling contamination. Together, we can make recycling cleaner, more efficient, and better for our planet!

#PyrolysisPower #RecycleRevolution #CleanerPlanet #SustainableSolutions 🌱♻️
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Do your best not to contaminate your recycling bin with non-recyclable items. Sometimes the entire bin will have to be rejected.

- Clean all items before putting them into the recycling bin. They’d love for you to remove labels, too.
- Anything with oil (car or cooking), margarine, grease, wax, glossy finish, salad dressing, sauces, pizza or cheese is ruined because the recycling process sometimes uses water to help break down items. These are not water-soluble, and cannot be recycled. Do not put these in your bin because they will contaminate the other items in the load.
- Flimsy plastics, bubble wrap, packing pillows, and films such as plastic wrap, grocery bags, microwave pouches and snack bags such as potato chip bags get caught in the machines. They cannot be recycled normally. They need to go to special recycling stations to be properly broken down.
-Styrofoam breaks down into toxic ingredients, so it is not recyclable at all. Do not put these in your bin.
- Containers that held chemicals, pesticides or medical prescriptions or personal use supplies, drinking straws and old contact lens cases are too contaminated to remake into something else. They don’t go in the bin.
- Plastic bottle caps cause a problem unless they are still attached to the bottle. Wash the bottle out and put the cap back on.
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Today is #worldhoneybee day! The day recognizes both the honey bee and the beekeepers who tend the hives. It also encourages everyone to enjoy and buy locally grown honey. #honeybee #localhoney #shoplocal #farmersmarket #beekeeping ...

Hey everyone! 🌟 Here`s some fantastic news from the world of science and innovation that`s going to make a huge impact on our planet! 🌎♻️

Scientists have just made an incredible breakthrough: they`ve discovered a revolutionary way to transform plastic waste into eco-friendly soap! 🛁🌿 Imagine turning those plastic bottles and wrappers into something useful and beneficial for our daily lives.

🔬 How does it work? Through a cutting-edge process, they`ve found a method to break down certain types of plastic into essential components that can be integrated into soap production. This means less plastic polluting our oceans and landfills and more sustainable products for us all. 🌊🌱
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From turning old dresser drawers into under-the-bed storage to turning glass vases into desk organizers, #upcycling is a better alternative to throwing stuff away! ...

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We’ve all probably upcycled something at one point or another - taking a product we no longer need and rather than throwing it away repurposing it for something new! Upcyling is a great way to reduce waste.

#upcycling #reuse #sustainableliving #sustainability #sustainableproducts
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In honor of #nationalmarineweek, here are some cool marine life facts!

🌊 An estimated 50-80% of all life on earth is found under the ocean surface
🌊According to World Register of Marine Species (WoRMS) there are currently at least 236,878 named marine species
🌊 The oceans cover 71% (and rising) of the Earth’s surface and contain 97% of the Earth’s water.
🌊37 out of 50 critical minerals can be found in the ocean!
🌊Each year, three times as much rubbish is dumped into the world’s oceans as the weight of fish caught.

#Marinelife #oceans #protectourocean #sea #sealife #environment
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If we all did our part to quit using single-use plastic the world would be a better place! Here`s some benefits you could expect to see!

🟢 Less carbon dioxide
🟢 A safer, healthier life for animals (and humans)
🟢 Preserves natural resources
🟢 Prevents pollution

#plasticfree #sustainability #gogreen #environmentallyfriendly #sustainableliving
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How to have a #plasticfreesummer:

🌱BYOB (Bring Your Own Bottle)
🌱Choose Plastic-Free Picnics
🌱 Embrace Sustainable Summer Fashion
🌱Skip the Straw
🌱Shop Smart for Summer Produce
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Wishing everyone a safe and happy Fourth of July! ...

HUGE NEWS! The plastic utensil ban in New Zealand takes place July 1! We salute you, New Zealand!

#plasticban #sustainability #newzealand #environmentallyfriendly #sustainableliving
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We`re more than just wooden utensils - you`ve probably stirred your coffee at one point or another with one of our Chilean-made stir sticks!

#woodable #chileanmade #sustainability #sustainableliving
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Summer is in full swing and it`s a great time to get outdoors and enjoy the warm weather! Here`s some fun, eco-friendly activities to enjoy this summer!

#summer2023 #summer #summeractivities #ecofriendly #sustainability #environmentallyfriendly
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While convenient, single-use plastics are discarded after just one use. The amount of time, energy and effort that goes into producing, exporting and importing these products just doesn’t add up - especially if they’re made to last forever. That`s why communities around the world are taking part in single-use plastic bans. Let`s all do our part to find an eco-friendly alternative!

#singleuseplastic
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Currently, about 300 million tons of plastic are produced every year. That plastic is used in many single-use plastic items that everyday people use. Several communities over the globe are taking part in single-use plastic bans to help reduce the amount of plastic production.

#singleuseplastic
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