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Are UK Businesses Ready for a Circular Economy Revolution?Are UK Businesses Ready for a Circular Economy Revolution?

Barry Poke from urBusiness shares actionable strategies for companies to stay ahead of these changes by adopting refurbished tech, reducing costs, and enhancing ESG credentials, offering valuable insights for businesses navigating this transition.

Oct 10, 2024

4 Min Read

Waste Recycling

Waste Can Be Central to Carbon Markets – a Climate Week NYC Reflection Waste Can Be Central to Carbon Markets – a Climate Week NYC Reflection

byJack ‘Tato’ Bigio

Oct 7, 2024

5 Min Read

The Role of Packaging in Circular Business Practices The Role of Packaging in Circular Business Practices

byDaphna Nissenbaum

Sep 11, 2024

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Waste Recycling

Sept 2024 Fire Report: The Neverending Summertime Spike and Engineering Innovation Sept 2024 Fire Report: The Neverending Summertime Spike and Engineering Innovation

byRyan Fogelman

Sep 9, 2024

7 Min Read

Managing the Surge: Proper Needle Disposal in Public Spaces in the Wake of Ozempic’s Popularity Managing the Surge: Proper Needle Disposal in Public Spaces in the Wake of Ozempic’s Popularity

Aug 29, 2024

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Waste Recycling

August 2024 Fire Report: July was the Worst Month Ever for Reported Fires!August 2024 Fire Report: July was the Worst Month Ever for Reported Fires!

byRyan Fogelman

Aug 21, 2024

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