What Is Plastic Used For In Society, & What Sectors Use & Waste The Most Plastic?

What Is Plastic Used For In Society, & What Sectors Use & Waste The Most Plastic?

In this guide, we outline: – What plastic is used for in society in general – What sectors and industries use the most plastic – What sectors and industries waste the most plastic   Summary – Uses For Plastic In Society, & Sectors & Industries That Use & Waste The Most Plastic What Is Plastic … Read more

What We Use Oil And Natural Gas For (& The Sectors & Countries That Consume The Most)

What Do We Use Oil And Gas For? (& Sectors & Countries That Use The Most)

Below, we outline what we use oil and natural gas for across society. We identify some everyday uses of each, and also identify the sectors/industries and countries that might consume the most petroleum and natural gas.   Summary – What We Use Oil & Natural Gas For Across Society, & The Sectors & Countries Consume … Read more

The Waste Hierarchy Explained

Waste Hierarchy

The waste hierarchy is a concept developed to contribute to more sustainable and environmentally friendly methods of waste management In the guide below, we explain what the waste hierarchy is, list each of the options in the waste hierarchy, and also give examples of each option   Summary – The Waste Hierarchy What Is The … Read more

Impact Of Batteries On The Environment & Human Health

Impact Of Batteries On The Environment & Human Health

In the guide below, we outline the potential impact of battery waste on the environment, and also on human health. This guide is complementary to our separate guide on the disposal and recycling of batteries.   Summary – Impact Of Batteries On The Environment & Human Health Why Are Batteries Potentially Harmful? Some batteries are … Read more

Is Recycling Profitable & Economically Viable?

Is Recycling Profitable & Economically Viable?

We previously outlined the potential pros and cons of recycling in a separate guide. However, in the guide below, we specifically consider whether recycling is profitable and economically viable. We’ve also outlined some of the factors that may impact the economics of recycling.   Summary – Is Recycling Profitable & Economically Viable? Indicators Of The … Read more