What if cars stopped being part of the problem and started being part of the solution? For years, cars have been one of the main culprits when it comes to consumers’ carbon footprint. And one of the reasons that electric cars have become so popular is that drivers want to live more sustainably. But not… Read more »
Category: Environmental Sustainability
5 Positive Trends Towards Sustainability in Manufacturing
The government has confirmed that over the past year, manufacturing accounted for over a third of all energy consumption. It is imperative that we develop methods of sustainability in manufacturing moving forward. This is because these systems are getting cheaper, and public sentiment is rallying behind such systems. This article will discuss five of the best methods… Read more »
Building Sustainable Cars: The Growing Role of Recycled Plastic
We’ve all heard about the importance of recycling, among other things, to help care for the environment. Many of us are happy to do our part to save water, turn the lights off when we leave the room, and recycle our milk cartons. However, what we often don’t think about is where those recycled materials are going…. Read more »
What Is Shrilk and Why Do Biodegradable Polymers Matter?
The auto industry is the third-largest consumer of polymers. That’s why new trends in plastics have such a robust effect on your business. The rise of biodegradable polymer technology is no exception. The auto industry has used plastics for vehicle production since the 1960s. But a seachange is coming. Say goodbye to traditional polymers because bioplastics are the… Read more »
5 Tips on Creating an Eco-Friendly Workspace for Auto Companies
Companies can have eco-friendly workspaces, but they often face different choices than individuals. While switching the lights off in the house is easy for a family, it can be more challenging to stay green for big manufacturing companies. That said, there are plenty of strategies companies can practice for an eco-friendly workplace. Discover some… Read more »
Commercial Plastic Recycling: How Your Company Can Profit by Recycling Scrap Plastic
When your company has scrap plastic, it has three options for disposal: incineration, disposal in a landfill, or recycling. Our World in Data conducted a study comparing the three options. Recycling is the best option, having the lowest impact on global warming and energy use. Disposing of scrap plastic in your commercial waste hauling is… Read more »
Meet the Autonomous Driving Companies That Are Fueling the Future
Autonomous driving still has a futuristic ring to it. It’s akin to flying cars and helpful home AIs. However, in today’s age, several companies are pushing boundaries where autonomous driving technology is concerned. Excitingly, it’s no longer a plot of fiction. Instead, vehicles that don’t need human operators are becoming more plausible as these… Read more »
10 Ways Automotive Companies Are Taking On Waste Reduction
Global waste volumes will increase by 70 percent by 2050 based on the current waste levels. This surge is due to rapid urbanization and growing populations. While it’s almost impossible to be completely free from waste, there need to be measures aimed at waste reduction. The auto industry, in particular, has been in the lead… Read more »
Shrilk: How This New Biodegradable Material Is Changing The Way We Engineer
About 300 million tons of plastic are produced each year, half of this used only once. 4.8-12.7 million metric tons of plastic end up in the oceans annually. Basically, if something is not done, we are going to have too much plastic garbage in our hands. Plastic takes a long time to disintegrate. Researchers at… Read more »