Category: US
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Free advertising for US Bioplastics Companies
I would like to support American bioplastics companies. These are challenging times, and if I can contribute in any meaningful way, I’m happy to do so.
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Essay on US Oil Diplomacy and Influence Channels in Europe
A Hypothetical Examination of US Oil Diplomacy and Channels of Influence in Europe
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ENI vs Microsoft: Does the EU Apply a Double Standard in Competition Law?
Microsoft vs ENI in EU competition enforcement. A comparative analysis of enforcement approaches in digital and energy markets. Hard enforcement versus negotiated remedies in EU antitrust cases.
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The Strait of Hormuz Blockade and American Strategic Interests
The recurring instability in the Strait of Hormuz often appears to harm global markets, but it can also create strategic advantages for the United States. As one of the world’s most important oil chokepoints, any tension in the region immediately raises energy prices, increases uncertainty, and reminds allies of the importance of maritime security. In…
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EU plastic trends: prepare for the worse
What briefing should you give to your corporate EU affairs department?
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Biden’s stake in the Russian Ukraine conflict (Video Doc)
Watch View this post on Instagram A post shared by Kapitol.ai (@kapitolai) Personal Remarks Some politicians from the old guard, such as Joe Biden, seemed comfortable returning to a Cold War–style geopolitical framework. For them, it was familiar territory — almost a kind of comfort zone. It also shifted attention away from difficult domestic issues,…
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An Essay in US oil Diplomacy
This essay examines U.S. oil diplomacy in the current context of tensions surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, exploring how energy logistics, supply security, and strategic infrastructure could shape geopolitical influence in a period of maritime instability.
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Trump Slams unhelpful UK Leadership
Trump Slams unhelpful UK Leadership . Watch the social media post
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Has the largest US oil refinery been sabotaged?
Personal Remarks What a bloody coincidence? Meanwhile, EU “care bear” politicians are busy meeting, consulting, drafting regulations, raising taxes, and giving interviews… Wait—hold on. Ursula is on TV making another speech… who cares? Honestly, nobody’s watching. I’ve often wondered how the Roman Empire actually collapsed. Maybe the answer is simple: the politicians were looking somewhere…
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Greenland given to Trump if oil prices rises
Let’s play a completely hypothetical (and definitely not alarming) game: what would it take for Europe to hand over Greenland to Donald Trump—for free? Simple. All we need is oil to hit $350 per barrel and stay there for six straight months. At that point, European leaders might not just reconsider energy policy—they might start…
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Japan selects US as primary oil and energy supplier
Japan recently solidified its energy security by signing $56 billion in deals with the U.S. for oil, gas, and LNG. Finalized at the Asia-Pacific Energy Security Forum on March 14, 2026, the agreement marks a strategic shift under Prime Minister Sanae Takaichi to reduce import risks and strengthen the U.S.-Japan economic alliance amidst global instability. Japan took a strategic decision: I have…
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Belgian PM is smartest man in the European room
Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever maintains that it is in Europe’s strategic interest to pursue a peace settlement with Russia He advocates for the normalisation of relations with Moscow to ensure the security and affordability of Europe’s energy supply, arguing that such a move is “common sense”. Many officials in the European Commission and…
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Oil wealth: US vs Saudi Arabia (Video)
Unfortunately, my American friends didn’t quite get the oil wealth distribution right. I mean, even the Arabs did it better … Play the video
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Day One as Energy Advisor to the US Government
This is satire. Relax. It’s the sequel to this article: Day One as Energy Advisor to the European Commission Imagine that the US Government, hires me as their special advisor on energy policy because … they hire the best 😉 Day 1 — Hour 1 — Minute 1 Mr. Trump, The Europeans have shown you very…
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Energy Secretary Addresses US–Venezuelan Oil Relationship
I appreciate the transparency of U.S. policy. They don’t wrap it in moralistic rhetoric or claims of superiority like we often hear from the EU. With the current US policies, what you see is what you get. Watch View this post on Instagram A post shared by VICE News (@vicenews)
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US Government: Globalisation and WEF have failed the West
Watch the speech of US Secretary of Commerce, Howard Lutnick, at Davos (WEF).
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USDA organics board rejects compostable polymers, puts paper on watch
USDA organics board rejects compostable polymers, puts paper on watch
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Top 5 biggest plastic scandals in the US? (ChatGPT)
Dear ChatGPT, wha are the top 5 biggest plastic scandal in the US?
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Are biodegradable plastics the answer to microplastics?
Are biodegradable plastics the answer to microplastics?
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New York City collects 5.9M pounds of compostable material
https://www.wastetodaymagazine.com/news/new-york-city-collects-five-million-pounds-of-compostable-material
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Microplastics influence puberty age of US girls (Video)
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Antiaging I Longevity (@antiagingmission)
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Trump congratulates Europe for emission reduction
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Townhall Media (@townhallmedia)
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Researchers Develop Biobased Film That Could Replace Traditional Plastic Packaging
https://www.newswise.com/articles/researchers-develop-biobased-film-that-could-replace-traditional-plastic-packaging
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What Trump’s absence means for COP30
https://www.eco-business.com/news/what-trumps-absence-means-for-cop30
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Novel PVC-recycling process piloted in Ohio
https://www.chemengonline.com/novel-pvc-recycling-process-piloted-in-ohio
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California AG Settles With Plastic Bag Manufacturers Over “Recyclable” Claims
https://www.lexology.com/library/detail.aspx?g=22353d9a-1333-468c-ad76-3bc95cf24392
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US Impact on UN COP 30
https://www.eco-business.com/news/trumps-team-weighs-cop-attendance-but-influence-looms-either-way
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California sues plastic bag makers for falsely claiming bags are recyclable
https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/california-lawsuit-says-makers-of-plastic-bags-lied-about-products-being-recyclable/ar-AA1OGapi https://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/california-sues-plastic-bag-makers-for-falsely-claiming-bags-are-recyclable/ar-AA1OGyH8?ocid=TobArticle
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Mr. Trump, China is smuggling palm oil branded as UCO into US
Palm Oil Palm oil is a first generation biofuel and bioplastics feedstock used in both biofuels and bioplastics. The problem with first-generation feedstocks is that they directly compete with food production. That said, palm oil is cleaner, cheaper, and requires less processing to convert into biofuels or bioplastics compared to used cooking oils. On the…
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Newsom blocks bill that would further limit PFAS in packaging
https://www.packagingdive.com/news/california-newsom-veto-pfas-packaging-plastic-microbeads/802693
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A Northern California community kicks chemical recycling out of town
https://pirg.org/california/articles/a-northern-california-community-kicks-chemical-recycling-out-of-their-neighborhood
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Washington state agencies discredit their own plastic bag ban study
https://www.mountainstatespolicy.org/washington-state-agencies-discredit-their-own-plastic-bag-ban-study
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California lawmakers vote to ban PFAS in food packaging and cookware
https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB682
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California may file more plastics recycling lawsuits
https://www.reuters.com/world/california-looking-more-trump-plastics-lawsuits-attorney-general-bonta-says-2025-09-24
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Why EU failed its global leadership
The European Union failed because it became less than the sum of its parts: UK, Germany, France, Italy and Spain …etc. This is a FREE article.
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NEXE Innovations Expands Product Portfolio with Several New SKUs in Collaboration with North American OCS Partner
https://www.stocktitan.net/news/NEXNF/nexe-innovations-expands-product-portfolio-with-several-new-sk-us-in-0q1lp6evv5lx.html
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Industry buys composting infrastructure to contaminate US food chain with microplastics
My dear American friends, the plastic industry wants you to eat plastic.
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USDA Reveals Three-Point Plan to Support U.S. Agricultural Farmers, Ranchers, Producers, and Exporters
U.S. Department of Agriculture Reveals Three-Point Plan to Support U.S. Agricultural Farmers, Ranchers, Producers, and Exporters
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Trump EPA backs Biden’s ‘forever chemical’ Superfund rule
https://subscriber.politicopro.com/article/2025/09/trump-epa-backs-bidens-forever-chemical-superfund-rule-00570101
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ENI to increase collaboration with the US
Google translation (ANSA) – ROME, SEPTEMBER 12 – During a series of meetings, U.S. Ambassador Tilman Fertitta, U.S. Secretary of the Interior and Chairman of the National Energy Dominance Council Doug Burgum, and U.S. Secretary of Energy Chris Wright met with Eni CEO Claudio Descalzi for an update on Eni’s activities with U.S. partners and…
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China Joins Big Oil in Opposition to Trump’s Biofuel Proposal
https://www.msn.com/en-ph/money/markets/china-joins-big-oil-in-opposition-to-trump-s-biofuel-proposal/ar-AA1LYMPR
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Trump approves Chemical Recycling
Let’s hope Americans will do it properly. When Americans put their mind to it, they can achieve everything. Maybe a small part of the plastic waste can be redeemed if done properly. Independent audit will be needed to avoid a second plastic recycling fiasco
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Chattanooga announces partnership for curbside composting and glass pick-up
https://www.timesfreepress.com/news/2025/sep/06/chattanooga-announces-partnership-for-curbside
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US Bill to promote biobased products
https://www.michiganfarmnews.com/new-markets-for-farmers-slotkin-s-bill-boosting-biobased-products-praised-by-ag
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Bellingham SeaFeast Becomes Whatcom County’s First Festival to Use 100% Reusable Dishware
https://www.bellingham.org/pressreleases/bellingham-seafeast-becomes-whatcom-countys-first-festival-to-use-100-reusable-dishware
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Circularix launches new recycling facility in Florida
https://www.indianchemicalnews.com/recycling/circularix-launches-new-recycling-facility-in-florida-27294
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49ers Launches Reusable Cup Program with PepsiCo
https://www.49ers.com/news/49ers-extend-commitment-to-sustainability-by-launching-reusable-cup-program-with-pepsico-at-levi-s-stadium
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Bay Area company holds open-house to ease concerns about plastics recycling
https://www.cbsnews.com/sanfrancisco/news/resynergi-rohnert-park-plastics-recycling-openhouse-event/
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US may go for a WTF BS Fata Morgana Chemical Recycling solution
https://www.bignewsnetwork.com/news/278517098/from-43-to-breakthrough-how-yazan-al-homsi-chemical-recycling-investment-could-transform-america-dismal-recycling-rates
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Denver could soon require lots more composting. Who will get their hands dirty?
https://denverite.com/2025/08/15/denver-new-composting-rules-waste-no-more
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US Chemical engineers develop bioplastic that breaks down in soil
https://www.thechemicalengineer.com/news/leaf-it-out-chemical-engineers-develop-bioplastic-that-breaks-down-in-soil
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NREL publishes carbon fiber composite deconstruction method
https://www.compositesworld.com/news/nrel-publishes-carbon-fiber-composite-deconstruction-method
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One World Products Acquires Eco Bio Plastics, Advancing U.S. Manufacturing and Sustainable Packaging Innovation
https://www.newmediawire.com/news/one-world-products-acquires-eco-bio-plastics-advancing-u-s-manufacturing-and-sustainable-packaging-innovation-7081311
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Meet 4 chemistry start-ups navigating uncertainty in the Trump era
https://cen.acs.org/business/start-ups/Meet-4-chemistry-start-ups/103/web/2025/08
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Trump ridicules the European Commission with new plastic straw mandates
https://www.eenews.net/articles/trump-pushes-plastic-straw-purchases
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Tariffs deal leads to Anti-Americanism, but where does it come from?
Europeans believe that they’re the butt of the joke regarding the latest EU-US tariff deal. Ursula von der Leyen betrayed the Europeans. She accepted a 15% tariff on EU goods with no countermeasure on US goods. She promised to invest € 600 billions in the US …. however, she doesn’t have the mandate to do…
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Boulder-based organization seeks to make pet food bags sustainable
https://www.cbsnews.com/colorado/news/boulder-based-organization-seeks-to-make-pet-food-bags-sustainable
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EU Bio-Economy is a copy of US Post War Cheese industry (video)
To make a long story short, the tax payer is the dupe.
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California’s Compostable Labeling Requirement Delayed, Varying Compostable Requirements in State’s Laws Questioned
https://www.newsbreak.com/the-national-law-review-329296004/4148500809409-california-s-compostable-labeling-requirement-delayed-varying-compostable-requirements-in-state-s-laws-questioned
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US Plastic Pact News
Note from the CEO As we move into the second half of 2025, I’ve been reflecting on the tangible progress we’ve made and how it’s shaping the road ahead. In this issue of our newsletter, you’ll find updates on two of our important initiatives: our Overcoming Barriers to PCR report, which outlines practical steps to expand use…
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Anu Drinkware Brings Home Compostable Straws to Yellowstone National Park
https://finance.yahoo.com/news/anu-drinkware-brings-home-compostable-141300981.html
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White House moves to kill chemical safety board, despite industry support
https://cen.acs.org/safety/industrial-safety/White-House-moves-kill-chemical/103/web/2025/07
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US unable to curb plastic pollution (Study)
Read https://www.yahoo.com/news/articles/study-us-subpar-comes-curbing-152806046.html
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US standards to cut recycled-plastics costs amid virgin glut
https://www.icis.com/explore/resources/news/2025/07/18/11120653/insight-national-standards-to-cut-recycled-plastics-costs-amid-virgin-glut
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Trump exempts more than 100 polluters from environmental standards
https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/5408714-trump-epa-polluters-environmental-standards-clean-air-act
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Researchers turn food waste into biodegradable plastic in breakthrough study
Read Researchers turn food waste into biodegradable plastic in breakthrough study
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US children routinely exposed to harmful chemicals from packaging, researchers warn
Read https://www.packaginginsights.com/news/chemical-children-plastic-packaging-us-health.html
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EPA ditches proposed reviews of plastic-to-fuel chemicals
Read https://subscriber.politicopro.com/article/eenews/2025/07/09/epa-ditches-proposed-reviews-of-plastic-to-fuel-chemicals-00444516
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USDA Advances Trump Administration’s Farmer-First Agenda at UN FAO Conference
I publish this USDA article because of one word: “chargé d’affaires” … a french word. Americans are sophisticated and the US government is an example of professionalism. The European Commission believes it plays in the same league as the US government but it doesn’t. The European Commission are truly amateurs compared to the US government.…
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Trump’s ‘big beautiful bill’ blows US emissions goal by 7 billion tonnes
Read https://www.eco-business.com/news/trumps-big-beautiful-bill-blows-us-emissions-goal-by-7-billion-tonnes
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Malaysia fully halting US plastic scrap imports (FREE)
Read Malaysia fully halting US plastic scrap imports
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Texas start-up sells plastic-eating fungi diapers to tackle landfill waste (FREE)
Read Texas start-up sells plastic-eating fungi diapers to tackle landfill waste
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Meet the team on a mission to end plastic waste, Murdoch University (FREE)
Read Meet the team on a mission to end plastic waste
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NEXE Innovations Makes Second Delivery to U.S.-Based EKOCUPS (FREE)
Read NEXE Innovations Makes Second Delivery to U.S.-Based EKOCUPS
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California regulators delay ‘compostable’ labeling rules (FREE)
Read California regulators delay ‘compostable’ labeling rules
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California regulators delay ‘compostable’ labeling rules (FREE)
Read California regulators delay ‘compostable’ labeling rules
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Birch Biosciences Enters into Global Patent License Agreement with NREL to Advance Enzymatic Plastic Recycling Process (FREE)
Read Birch Biosciences Enters into Global Patent License Agreement with NREL to Advance Enzymatic Plastic Recycling Process
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CA makers of compostable packaging call for state, federal policy changes (FREE)
Read CA makers of compostable packaging call for state, federal policy changes
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NERC states preference for mechanical recycling (FREE)
Read NERC states preference for mechanical recycling
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US renewable diesel production and biodiesel production declined in 1Q25 (FREE)
Read U.S. renewable diesel production and biodiesel production declined in 1Q25
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As NY Curbside Composting Breaks Yet Another Record, City Announces New Compost Bin Size Available for Purchase
Read As Curbside Composting Breaks Yet Another Record, City Announces New Compost Bin Size Available for Purchase
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California’s Strict Compostable Packaging Requirements Effective January 2026 (FREE)
Read California’s Strict Compostable Packaging Requirements Effective January 2026
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Pilot Chemical to produce bio-based surfactants at Ohio site (FREE)
Read Pilot Chemical to produce bio-based surfactants at Ohio site
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Trump administration cancels billions for chemical decarbonization (FREE)
Read Trump administration cancels billions for chemical decarbonization
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Army Lab Partners with the University of Hawaii to Enhance Bioprinting and Advanced Manufacturing (FREE)
Read Army Lab Partners with the University of Hawaii to Enhance Bioprinting and Advanced Manufacturing
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Massachusetts school district replaces compostable with reusable metal trays (FREE)
Read Reusable metal lunch trays help Massachusetts school district cut down on food waste
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Eco-Products Named an Official Zero Waste Partner of the San Francisco Giants (FREE)
Eco-Products will provide compostable products to support Oracle Park’s award-winning waste diversion program SAN FRANCISCO, CA. (May 29, 2025) — Eco-Products® announced today that they are an Official Zero Waste Partner of the San Francisco Giants. The partnership will feature compostable foodservice packaging from Eco-Products within Oracle Park to support the organization’s composting program and overall waste diversion efforts. The…
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