Sustainable Biomaterials Video | Sustainable Biomaterials | Virginia Tech

Sustainable Biomaterials Video | Sustainable Biomaterials | Virginia Tech

Earlier this spring a SBIO Video Committee was formed to produce a 2-minute advertising video that will initially be used at the SWST 2020 online conference this summer. It will be used in other marketing campaigns as well . A big thank you goes out to all the people who contributed to this daunting task! Please view and enjoy our first marketing video for the Department of Sustainable Biomaterials:

World’s e-waste “unsustainable”, says UN report citing China, India and U.S.

World’s e-waste “unsustainable”, says UN report citing China, India and U.S.

People stuck at home are de-cluttering, and because of the lockdowns there are few workers collecting and recycling the junk, Kees Balde, a senior programme officer with the sustainable cycles programme at the United Nations University, another contributor to the report, told Reuters.

Building a sustainable future with the Green Skills Partnership | Unionlearn

Building a sustainable future with the Green Skills Partnership | Unionlearn

Badged as Think Global Act Local, the scheme has been developed to provide construction projects with an alternative to disposing of excess building materials, fixtures and fittings through what has been the common practice of burying them onsite or treating them as waste in designated skips. By making surplus materials available for local use, the project has the potential to significantly reduce construction waste and offer a boost to local small businesses and communities by providing them with materials they would otherwise have to buy new.

Costa Rican Tourism Institute achieves Certificate of International Tourist Sustainability

Costa Rican Tourism Institute achieves Certificate of International Tourist Sustainability

The Global Council for Sustainable Tourism granted worldwide recognition to the Certificate of Sustainable Tourism (CST) of the Costa Rican Tourism Institute. The Global Sustainable Tourism Council awarded Costa Rica worldwide recognition for its permanent efforts in the development and…

Shoreham Port CEO talks people, business and sustainability – Brighton Chamber

Shoreham Port CEO talks people, business and sustainability – Brighton Chamber

Sustainability is a key interest for Tom and those at the port. They’re on track to reach internal targets next year but there’s always more which can be done. Tom would love to see hoardings on new developments locally stating that all the suppliers were either local at the port or made of materials shipped into the port. There are lots of sustainable improvements being put into place now and as new works are planned, their whole lifecycle is considered as part of the port masterplan and environmental impact targets.

Danish Design and Sustainable Luxury Come Together in 1 People’s Vegan Bag Collection …

Danish Design and Sustainable Luxury Come Together in 1 People’s Vegan Bag Collection …

1 People’s bag collection is a long term investment that every womancan make at a fair price, yet at the highest quality. Designed to flaunt woman’s true identity, the bag collection offers a variety of style and functionality that ranges from a sophisticated handbag and a stylish sling bag to an ample tote bag and a belt bag which can be altered to suit a woman’s sense of creativity. Itsrawmaterials are sourced ethically across the world and processed in a manner that protects the end products from toxins or harmful chemical substances.