By 2030, global demand for freshwater will exceed supply by 40% The energy and agricultural sectors "must be held accountable" for their vast water consumption and take steps to lower it, said a UN report released Tuesday.The two industries - which account for 70% and...
EU wants Paris climate deal to cut carbon emissions 60% by 2050
The EU accounts for nine percent of global emissions, compared to China's 24%, and the 12% emitted by the USThe world's states should commit to a legally binding emissions cut of 60% by 2050, with five-yearly reviews, in a Paris Protocol to replace the moribund Kyoto...
Cause vs. Purpose: What’s the Difference?
Image credit: TargetStatistics and surveys make it clear that people want brands to do good in this world. According to the latest Cone/Echo Global Study, 93 percent of today’s shoppers would buy a product associated with a cause, and 65 percent have already...
Why Durable Bioplastics, Not Biodegradable, May Be the Answer
Photo: The ArboSkin bioplastic façade created by Stuttgart University's ITKE (Institute of Building Construction and Structural Design) demonstrates the possible architectonic and constructional applications of bioplastic materials. | Image credit: Institute for...
The Push for Bioplastics and the Myth of Biodegradability
This is the first of a three-part series by TerraCycle CEO Tom Szaky that examines the benefits, risks, misconceptions and long-term viability of bioplastics.Since the relatively recent rise in conscious consumerism, bioplastics — plastics made from biomass such as...
The Myth of Biodegradability in Plastic Consumer Products and Packaging
Image credit: Clare SpringIn my last post regarding the long-term viability of bio-based polymers, I touched on some of the primary concerns we face regarding the rise of plastics labeled as “biodegradable.” It’s an important component of this broad discussion, and...
Live for Tomorrow at BC Home & Garden Show
Live for Tomorrow will be exhibiting at the upcoming 'BC Home & Garden Show' in Vancouver at BC Place Stadium and will be exhibiting at Booth #705.The show times are: Wednesday, February 18th: 4pm - 9pmThursday, February 19th: 12pm – 9pmFriday, February 20th: 12pm...