Donating unwanted clothing is a sustainable way to give back to the community while reducing waste. However, it’s essential to understand the proper etiquette for clothing donation to ensure your items have the best chance of a second life. This guide provides a comprehensive overview of where to donate clothes, what to avoid donating, and the steps to take to make your donations as impactful as possible.
Green Mattress Recycling, LLC, a leading provider of mattress recycling and deconstruction services, proudly announces the appointment of Neil A. as its new Chief Executive Officer, effective January 1, 2024. With over 25 years of experience in executive leadership and supply chain, Neil brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to Green Mattress. The company is confident that Neil’s strategic vision and commitment to sustainability will drive Green Mattress to new heights of success.
Hong Kong’s single-use plastics ban has come into effect, marking a symbolic and essential step towards protecting the environment. The ban includes plastic straws, cutlery, Styrofoam food containers, cotton buds, umbrella covers, and glow sticks. Hotels and guest houses are no longer allowed to provide free toiletries in synthetic disposable containers or free in-room water in plastic bottles. Despite some initial challenges, the ban has been implemented smoothly, with major food outlets already switching to eco-friendly utensils. However, some smaller shops are still clearing stock during a six-month grace period. The government is implementing the ban with a flexible approach, taking enforcement action only after repeated advice during the grace period. The plastic ban is part of Hong Kong’s larger effort to reduce municipal waste, which includes a pay-as-you-throw charging scheme that is currently facing resistance. The government’s firm commitment to the plastic ban and its resolute decision to implement the waste charge as planned send a strong signal to the public to comply.
rePurpose Global, the leading plastic action platform, has acquired Bluebird Climate, a sustainability software company that helps consumer brands assess, improve, and transparently communicate the environmental performance of their products, ingredients, and packaging.
Bluebird Climate’s industry-leading software platform offers on-demand Lifecycle Assessments, packaging waste & recyclability analysis, and consumer transparency tools for the CPG & consumer goods industry. This acquisition will broaden rePurpose Global’s capabilities and accelerate its roadmap of becoming a one-stop platform to help consumer brands meet growing demands for climate action, waste reduction, and supply chain transparency.
The combined entity will focus on expanding Bluebird Climate’s functionalities and continuing to serve its existing roster of customers and partners, while integrating the platform into rePurpose Global’s technology stack. rePurpose Global also aims to extend the platform’s methodologies and features to home care, food and beverage, and apparel industries.
This acquisition will enable brands to confidently take on existential challenges related to sustainability, compliance, and action.
Nancy Pearson has been picking up trash on local beaches and the surrounding area for roughly 10 years. She shares her garbage collecting on Instagram, inspiring others to pick up what they find. Pearson said much of the litter she finds is food packaging like coffee cups and fast food bags, but also things like shotgun shells, lobster bands and fishing rope. She’s seen the amount of garbage around climb in recent years but is happy to see others show concern and pick it up. Pearson says it’s all about controlling what you can control, like using a reusable mug for your coffee or reducing waste where you can.
The fashion industry has long struggled with waste management, but designers are increasingly embracing upcycling as a sustainable solution. This involves using discarded garments, fabric residues, and other materials to create new products, reducing environmental impact and promoting circularity. From Stella McCartney’s Falabella bag campaign to independent designers like Doodlage and Juhu Beach Studio, brands are showcasing innovative ways to transform waste into stylish and ethical pieces.
