
Beyond the Bin: Cardboard
Recycled cardboard only takes 75% of the energy needed to make new cardboard and lessens the emissions of sulfur dioxide that is produced when making pulp from new trees.
Sustainability at the University of Rochester – provided to you by Facilities & Services
Recycled cardboard only takes 75% of the energy needed to make new cardboard and lessens the emissions of sulfur dioxide that is produced when making pulp from new trees.
So, what exactly is blister packaging? Good question. Not many people are familiar with its title, but most of us run into blister packaging quite frequently. It’s that clear plastic Read More …
Between cardboard boxes, plastic wrap, twist-ties, plastic bags, it is difficult to walk through modern super markets without seeing nearly every product for purchase encumbered by excessive packaging. In fact, Read More …
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