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Charles Vigliotti Honored at CCE's Environmental Equinox Awards Gala
American Organic Energy's cutting edge anaerobic digester facility is expected to be completed in 2023.
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Food Scraps Law Mandates NY Businesses Donate or Compost
As global food waste soars, local initiatives take effect to mitigate climate change and food insecurity in the New York metro area.
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NYC Curbside Composting Makes a Comeback
After pausing during the coronavirus pandemic, New York City’s curbside composting program is set to return—yet hurdles remain.
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How to Cut Back on Food Waste in the Cafeteria
Common sense measures such as auditing meal programs, modifying menus, redistributing uneaten items, and composting and recycling leftovers can help reduce cafeteria food waste and lessen the impact of schools on the environment.
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New Global Food Waste Figures Underscore Need for Immediate Action
New data suggests global food waste is far greater than previous estimates, necessitating an urgent response to curb greenhouse gases.
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Supermarkets & Restaurant Industry Step Up Efforts to Address Food Waste
The food waste epidemic is wasting valuable resources and contributing to greenhouse gas emissions. Supermarkets and restaurants are stepping up their efforts to combat the problem by reducing waste.
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NYC’s Proactive Role in Reducing Food Waste
New York City aims to fight hunger, reduce food waste, and combat global warming through new initiatives and laws.
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Green Roof Development Soars in Cities
Green roof initiatives are taking foot in many cities around the world, as efforts to stem the effects of climate change rise to global prominence.
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Collaboration Is Key to Cutting Food Waste
Joint efforts between key players in the farming, distribution, retail and consumer industries are imperative to tackle the growing issue of global food waste.
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Climate Savings Outweighs Cost Factor in Green New Deal
The building requirements put forth by New York City Local Law 97 have ignited a heated debate between those proponents of sustainable solutions and NYC real estate developers concerned about the costs associated with implementing them.
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Cool Weather Doesn't Spell the End of Organic Gardens in New York
Those in the New York metropolitan area may prolong the growing season by strategically mapping out their gardens and undertaking certain measures to preserve seeds and soil, and reap a harvest year-round.
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Green Roofs & Grants: NYC Climate Mobilization in Action
The recent passage of the Climate Mobilization Act has set in motion a wave of eco-friendly initiatives designed to reduce New York City's carbon footprint by incentivizing the widespread implementation of green roofs.
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Reducing Food Waste Key to Environmental Sustainability
Food waste has become a global emergency requiring a collaborative solution to effectively reinforce food security and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.