Recycling

The company’s global recognition, forward integration, and conservative financial management lend credence to its growth story

Bengaluru real estate developers turn to greywater recycling amid worsening scarcity

A greywater recycling system collects, treats and reuses wastewater from household activities such as bathing and washing clothes, helping reduce the demand for fresh water

Cabinet approves Rs 1,500 crore incentive scheme to promote recycling of critical minerals

The scheme aims at developing recycling capacity in the country for the separation and production of critical minerals from secondary sources.

Chart of the Day| EV Batteries: Powering the future

The emerging EV battery industry in India presents significant opportunities, potentially creating over 300,000 jobs and generating $5 billion in value by 2030 while reducing import dependence

Family that made $7.6 million by recycling cans and bottles could end up in jail for fraud

A California family that pocketed $7.6 million by recycling cans and bottles in California has been accused of fraud by the US state.

Here's how to stop EV batteries from ending up in landfills

The recycling and reuse industry heavily relies on standardised materials, which reflects in the 99% recycling rate of lead-acid batteries. Manufacturers will resist making identical battery packs, as EV batteries are witnessing an ever-changing gamut of established and emerging chemistries and mechanical designs. But a nudge in the right direction could foster standardisation

Pune citizens recycle clay from Ganesha idols to minimise impacts of clay mining

A campaign initiated in Pune city collected 15,000 kilograms of clay sludge after the traditional immersion of Ganesh idols during the recent Ganesh festival. This clay sludge will be used by idol makers for making new idols.

Re Sustainability to start recycling of twin towers demolition waste next week

The company has bagged the contract from Noida Authority to recycle waste generated from the demolition of Supertech's twin towers over the next three months.

Some carmakers say recycling car parts is the future. But is it realistic?

When scrapped, they molder in junkyards, emitting chlorofluorocarbons, and dripping oils and acids that are a hazard to groundwater.

Reuse and recycle water to become 'aatmanirbhar': Union minister Shekhawat

Speaking at the 'Har Ghar Jal Utsav' programme organised by the Goa government to mark 100 per cent piped water supply coverage in rural households of the state.

Explainer: Plastic sachets: As big brands cashed in, a waste crisis spiraled

A Reuters investigation has found that London-listed Unilever plc, a pioneer in selling sachets, has privately fought to derail bans on the problematic packaging despite saying publicly it wants to "get rid of" them.

A ‘plant-based’ gift guide

A plant-related gift would seem a relatively foolproof option this holiday season - this selection includes things to satisfy tastes both garden variety and eccentric.

Chile's desert dumping ground for fast fashion leftovers

The social impact of rampant consumerism in the clothing industry -- such as child labor in factories or derisory wages -- is well-known, but the disastrous effect on the environment is less publicised.

The Green Pivot: The dirty secret of the clean energy sector – the problem of recycling

Solar panels, wind turbines, electric vehicle batteries all have a finite life and need recycling. And that issue needs to be tackled very soon

From window to jug: Lebanese recycle glass from Beirut blast

Melted down at a factory in the second city Tripoli, the shattered glass re-emerged as molten glass ready to be recycled into traditional slim-necked water jugs.

Israel to help Thane in ‘smart city’ project

Tel Aviv Municipality and the Thane Municipal Corporation have joined hands, as part of India’s ‘Smart City’ initiative, Isareli ambassador Daniel Carmon announced, after inaugurating his country’s pavilion at the 3rd Smart Cities India &#82

See volumes growing 15-20% in FY17: Ganesha Ecosphere

The outlook for the entire recycling sector is positive. The company, which collaborates with Coca Cola for collecting industrial and post consumer waste, is looking to collaborate with more corporates for such initiatives, says Ganesha Ecosphere's CFO Gopal Agarwal.

Metal recycling industry seeks removal of duties

Pre-Shipment Inspection Certification (PSIC) is one such area where the trade body wants the government to streamline pre-shipment inspection procedures, MRAI President Sanjay Mehta said.

Green entrepreneur gets 100 pc mark

TS Shankker, Director, Biotec Bags Pvt. Ltd., has gone the extra mile for the environment. His business manufactures biodegradable plastics that are completely biodegradable in nature

The poo-tique paper entrepreneur

Mahima Mehra‘s ‘Haathi Chaap‘ transmutes elephant dung into organic paper and is built on a sustainable business model

'Starting Up Is About Adding Value To Yourself'

Sameer Parekh of White Collar Hippie says wearing two hats brings more to the table in each role

Re-feel recycles cartridge refills for greener tomorrow

Every year more than 350 million plastic printer cartridges are dumped in land fields worldwide and that is enough waste to cover football fields 17 times over.

'Recycling' ATM gives cash for old mobile phones

A recycling ATM offers gadget freaks the option to trade in their discarded mobile phones for cash, rather than dumping them when they go in for the latest model...

Oil industry sees no threat from electric car

The biggest oil companies in the world have calculated that few, if any, of today's drivers will see electric cars outnumber gasoline and diesel models in their lifetimes.