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✨ The SUSTAINEXT project will be at #CONAMA2024 from 2 to 5 December in IFEMA MADRID (Spain)!! The National Environmental Congress, also known as #CONAMA2024, is the largest gathering of the environmental and sustainability sector in Spain and it aims to influence the political agenda and give visibility to all innovative and benchmark projects. Our project will participate by presenting a poster and a written technical communication entitled 'SUSTAINEXT: A dynamic new generation, zero waste #biorefinery model for a more sustainable and efficient European botanical extracts industry'. 🔗 https://lnkd.in/dCxq3xWF Circular Bio-based Europe Joint Undertaking (CBE JU)

In 2012, The UN General Assembly proclaimed March 21 as the International Day of Forests. The theme for this year is, Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World.   Countries are encouraged to undertake local, national, and international efforts to organize activities involving forests and trees, such as planting campaigns.   Finland and Sweden, where Metsä Board mills are located, have a long history in sustainable forest management. The sustainable use of forests creates well-being, mitigates climate change, maintains biodiversity, and prevents deforestation.   We offer the following suggestions to mark the day:   🌲 Innovate with forest-friendly materials by developing packaging solutions that are not only biodegradable and recyclable but also sourced from sustainably managed forests. Consider materials that minimize waste and energy consumption during production.   🌲 Partner with reforestation initiatives by collaborating with organizations dedicated to reforestation and afforestation. These partnerships can involve direct financial support, volunteering for planting activities, or offering products that contribute to the cause.   🌲 Educate and engage your customers and stakeholders about the importance of forests and how sustainable packaging choices can make a difference.   🌲 Commit to sustainable practices by reviewing your operations and supply chain to ensure they align with the principles of sustainability. This can include optimizing logistics to reduce carbon footprint, using renewable energy sources, and ensuring that your materials are sourced ethically and responsibly.   🌲 Advocate for policy and change by engaging with policymakers to support legislation that protects forests and promotes sustainable packaging solutions.   🌲 Organize or join events celebrating forests: tree plantings, symposiums, art exhibitions, photo competitions or host a student debate.   🌲 Join the conversation on social media using #ForestDay.   Watch this video created by the Food & Agriculture Organization of the UN to learn more: https://lnkd.in/g8ngChTq   #IntlForestDay #ForestDay #sustainability #sustainableforests

Exciting news from the world of sustainability! 🌱🌷 The International Floriculture Trade Fair (IFTF) 2024 is coming to Amsterdam this November, showcasing groundbreaking innovations in sustainable floriculture. From eco-friendly packaging to water-efficient growing methods, this event is set to revolutionize the industry. But that's not all – the Netherlands is making strides in public health too. Despite a slight increase in SARS-CoV-2 circulation, positive test rates remain stable at 1.5%. It's a testament to our ongoing vigilance and adaptability. Meanwhile, France is leading the charge in environmental funding. Along with five other European countries, they've pledged €200 million to the world's foremost biodiversity fund. This investment will be crucial in protecting our planet's incredible biodiversity. What's more, the EU has hit a major milestone in renewable energy. For the first time, wind and solar have generated more electricity than fossil fuels in the first half of 2024. It's a clear sign that our green initiatives are paying off! These stories remind us that positive change is happening every day. What's your favorite piece of good news from this update? Share your thoughts in the comments! Let's keep the momentum going. Like, comment, and share to spread some positivity in your network! #SustainableInnovation #RenewableEnergy --- To listen to the podcast of today :https://buff.ly/3UBhWD4

Will you be participating in this year's The International Institute for Conservation of Historic and Artistic Works Congress in Lima? Well, I am very excited to share that I have co-authored an article and presentation taking place during Session 6: Greener Treatments and Materials 1 🍃 The presentation, "Greenwashing Revelations through Revision: Re-evaluating Sustainability Claims for Bioplastics," co-authored with Daisy Green, Kim Kraczon and Bianca Gonçalves 🍃 Check out the full article here: https://lnkd.in/eZsdUV-e 🍃 This article was written in association with Ki CultureSince its launch in January 2021, Ki Culture 's Waste and Materials Ki Book has been downloaded over 5,000 times by cultural heritage practitioners worldwide. This online sustainability manual is a leading guide for mitigating the environmental burden of materials in cultural heritage conservation. Our article critically evaluates the greenwashing associated with bioplastics, focusing on polylactic acid (PLA), and emphasizes the need for informed decision-making. #Sustainability #Greenwashing #Bioplastics #Research #IICConference2024 #ConservationScience #CulturalHeritage

Sustainability goes beyond reducing carbon emissions. At dbramante1928, we’re also dedicated to protecting nature and biodiversity. We hope to inspire others to follow suit – not because we have all the answers, but because collective learning accelerates progress. Earlier this year, we were honoured to be one of 14 Danish companies selected to contribute to the catalogue "Biodiversity – Inspiration for Danish Businesses". This project, created by Danish Industry, WWF Verdensnaturfonden / WWF Denmark and Industriens Fond showcases how businesses can support biodiversity initiatives. Alongside Ørsted and Neutral® Certified Responsibility™ we shared insights on supporting nature projects beyond the value chain. 🎥 Check out the video below, or dive into the catalogue here (in Danish; browser translation works great!): https://lnkd.in/dW8h9snQ A big thank you to all the companies that contributed to this catalogue. Your commitment to protecting biodiversity is truly inspiring! Anlægsgartner Gottlieb A/S, Arla Foods, Fiskekajen, GUBI, KLS PurePrint A/S, Neutral® Certified Responsibility™, Nature Impact® , Nopa Nordic Group, Plus Pack, Slow, Søuld, Vattenfall, Ørsted. Ecosystem services are essential to us all – businesses included. Together, let’s make their protection a priority. The video is created by WWF Verdensnaturfonden and Danish Industry. #Biodiversity, #Sustainability, #ClimateAction #natureprotecion #corporateresponsibility

🌍 Today is #EarthDay - a day to raise awareness of the need to protect the planet's natural resources and to remind us of the importance of environmental conservation. It's also a day to celebrate the achievements of environmental movements. Every year since 1970, 1 billion people in 193+ countries assemble to advocate for a healthier planet and brighter future. 🌱 The motto for 2024 is 'Planet vs. Plastic'. Earth Day's goal is to reduce the production of all plastics by 60% by 2040. ♻️ One way Viennese innovators are doing their bit to safeguard our planet for future generations is by embracing the circular economy model. Companies such as MATR, LIVIN farms, Refurbed and Arkeon are pioneering new ways of thinking about #recycling and reusing, rather than furthering a mindset of overconsumption and wastefulness. Austria's largest energy supplier, Wien Energie, has built a pilot plant to turn waste into energy through incineration. To learn more about what these Viennese visionaries are up to, read the full article here >> https://lnkd.in/eS6besHy Copyright: Vienna Business Agency / Philipp Lipiarski

Back in 2022, we were thrilled to be finalists in the Ocean Impact Organisation Pitchfest with our innovative BESE-elements! 🎉 The BESE-elements is a biodegradable, waste-stream-based lattice structure made from potato starch, designed specifically for wetland ecosystem restoration. 🌱✨ 🌿 Our Mission Every product we create is biobased, biodegradable, and crafted from waste streams to support ecosystem restoration globally. In just two years, our solutions have contributed to 133 ecosystem restoration projects across 20 countries—encompassing 11 different ecosystems! 🌎💧 🤲 Nature-Based Solutions for a Sustainable Future Our materials offer a flexible, nature-based solution to traditional, non-environmental methods. For example, in the Netherlands, we replaced non-environmental friendly riverbank stabilizers with our biodegradable materials. 🌾 Now, nature itself is stabilizing these riverbanks, requiring no further maintenance while boosting biodiversity and improving water quality. 🐟💧 Like to know more? visit our website: https://lnkd.in/dEUVref #EcosystemRestoration #BiodegradableSolutions #NatureBasedSolutions #Sustainability #OceanImpact Josefien Bos made this wonderful video 🎥

🌳 Happy International Day of Forests! 🌍 This year's theme is "Forests and Innovation: New Solutions for a Better World," and it's a call to action we've taken to heart. Last year, we embarked on an ambitious project by planting the JRM Forest in Victoria through Greenfleet. Today, we're thrilled to share that it's not just growing; it's thriving, with each tree blossoming into a beacon of hope and sustainability. 🌱 Innovation is peeling back the layers of the forest's ancient wisdom. 🌲 Beneath their bark, trees hold groundbreaking solutions that have the power to revolutionise our world. The chemistry of trees, long a mystery, is now unveiling its secrets, offering us alternatives to replace plastics with biodegradable materials derived from wood, substitute critical minerals and graphite in batteries, and even transform the fashion industry with new, sustainable wood fibres. But that's not all. The advancements in technology have enabled us to harness the full potential of trees, creating sustainable materials used across various sectors from medical to construction, locking in carbon and paving the way for a greener future. 🏥🏗 This International Day of Forests, let's not overlook the immense potential lying in the heart of our forests. 🌳💡 By planting a tree, you're not just giving back to the earth; you're unlocking new, innovative solutions for a better world. Don't just observe International Forests Day... take action! 🌲✨ Plant a tree today, and join us in unlocking a greener, more innovative future for our planet. 📸 GREENFLEET #InternationalDayOfForests #ForestsAndInnovation #PlantATree #JRMForest #SustainableFuture #Greenfleet

The Problem of Micro and Nanoplastics in the Coastal Areas: The case of Portonovo, Galicia by Majd Ali. Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/d82Ak5Nc Abstract: Micro and nanoplastics comprise a class of emerging contaminants in marine environments that are plastic particles smaller than five millimeters. They originate from primary sources, such as microbeads from some cosmetics, but also from secondary sources by degradation of larger plastics. Their improper disposal, together with increased production, make their presence more pronounced, ultimately posing risks to both the ecosystem and human health. The aim of this article is to assess the presence and effects of micro and nanoplastics in Portonovo, one of the tourist destinations in Galicia, Spain. There are no direct studies conducted on the area of Portonovo; however, findings from nearby regions portray high contamination levels, as seen from the studies undertaken directly in areas such as Pontevedra and Galicia. It has consequences on marine life, human health, and the local economy, hence requiring further research and the introduction of sustainable practices to mitigate this pollution. The study calls for imperative, focused investigations in Portonovo to help in policy-making and protective measures so that marine environments and public health can be preserved. #esdw2024 #towardscircular #AlterContacts #SustainableDevelopment #CircularEconomy #UNVolunteers #EuropeanSDWeek2024 #ClimateAction #Coastal #SDG #Spain

On June 5th, we celebrate World Environment Day, a holiday established in 1972 by the United Nations General Assembly and observed since 1974 with the motto "Only One Earth." Tissue Planet echoes the significance of this day, convinced of the urgent need to adopt sustainable practices to preserve our planet for future generations. Tissue Planet - Future Insights™ is ECOEVENTS certified by Legambiente. This certification ensures the low environmental impact of events with high sustainability standards, involving all organizational and experiential aspects. From setups to ethical and social responsibility. From waste management to logistics. From food and beverage to energy consumption. https://lnkd.in/dRe6RuXH #tissueplanet Toscotec #tissueplanetfutureinsights