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“The New Rules of Green Marketing” by Jacquelyn A. Ottman – Book Review

I took the last month to read through The New Rules of Green Marketing by Jacquelyn A. Ottman of J. Ottman Consulting and I thought this read offered wonderful think pieces. Though published in 2011, there are takeaways that can supplement current marketing practices and campaigns to ensure they make the intended impact on consumers. […]
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Posted on October 17, 2023
in Composting, Good Reads, Industry, Lifestyle, Zero-Waste

Commendable! a review of the book ‘Rubbish!…’ by William Rathje and Cullen Murphy

By: Mercy Oyadare Flipping through the pages of ‘Rubbish! The Archaeology of Garbage’ by William Rathje and Cullen Murphy, I initially didn’t know what to expect. This read was a stark contrast from the strict urban fiction and drama-packed regime I usually follow. However, from this read, I gained a different perspective along with a […]
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Posted on January 18, 2023
in Composting, Good Reads, Zero-Waste

What I’ve Learned – A Fresh Perspective on the Bioplastics Industry

By: Mercy Oyadare, Natur-Tec® Marketing Coordinator I’ve been working for Natur-Tec®, a division of Northern Technologies International Corporation (NTIC), which is a sector that manufactures compostable and sustainable, biopolymers and bioplastics, for just over two months. I’ve never worked in the bioplastic industry before, so with the help of my supervisor and the Natur-Tec® team, […]
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Mercy Oyadare
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Posted on December 15, 2022
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Sporting venues and sustainability

We’ve said it before, and we’ll say it again. The amount of single-use plastic packaging produced every year is mind blowing… 78 million tons annually. That’s 156,000,000,000 pounds, or the weight of about 1.9 million Boeing 747s – still lost in the math, that’s about 14 times the weight of The Great Pyramid of Giza. […]
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Posted on October 11, 2021
in Composting, Health, Lifestyle, Zero-Waste

Zero-Waste During Quarantine…and What’s Next

Zero-Waste During Quarantine…and What’s Next The last few months, for many of us, have been far from normal.  Our routines have changed, and it’s likely we’re all spending more time at home.  But what does that mean for zero-waste?  The COVID-19 pandemic and ensuing “stay at home” orders have dramatically impacted our day-to-day lives and […]
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Posted on May 6, 2020
in Lifestyle, Zero-Waste

Reducing waste at home, and on the go

We all know reducing waste is important for the future and the planet.  But what exactly does that mean for every day people? We have jobs, families, busy schedules, budgets, and other interests…so how can reducing waste fit into our busy lives?  Whether you’re at home, at work, or on the go, there are some […]
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Posted on December 10, 2019