Organic waste represents a challenge, since it constitutes around 30-50% of the municipal solid waste (MSW). Thus, the proper management of organic wastes will drastically reduce the volume of pollution…
For many outdoor enthusiasts, Colorado is one of the best destinations to immerse in nature. Formed by 104,000 square miles of mountains, plains, canyons, and desert, its unique landscape is…
An opportunity to make life a little better was how the Navajo people perceived the uranium mining boom that started in the 1950s. But from the perspective of the nuclear…
Single-use plastics and disposables are finding their way back into the waste stream with the surge in demand for face shields, masks, and the packaging involved in e-commerce.
Plastic has become a staple in industrialized societies. Due to its low cost, durability, and versatility, producers have grown reliant on plastics to manufacture and package their goods.
The environment where someone resides can seriously affect their health and overall wellbeing. Illegal dumping is permeating American cities, threatening the health of both urban environments and their inhabitants. The creation of…
Technological advancements improve the quality of life. Electronic devices can provide quick access to information and tools that enable us to communicate instantly, work efficiently, and make life easier.
Disruption strongly impacted multiple industries worldwide at the onset of the Covid-19 crisis. The abrupt shift in consumption patterns brought about by social distancing measures in communities and businesses catalyzed…
Waste management is an increasingly complex industry of significant importance for it plays a fundamental role in overall community health. This topic becomes even more convoluted upon examining within a…
Rising standards of living and high population densities in cities around the world are putting an increasing strain on public services, including solid waste management. As global waste production is…
