Poly(vinyl alcohol) (PVA): Rethinking Sustainability and Exploring Eco-Friendly Alternatives
Health Considerations and Industry Standpoints While industry advocates assert PVA’s safety, a growing body of research raises concerns about its potential impacts on human health and ecosystems. PVA’s purportedly safe breakdown products may still carry risks due to incomplete biodegradation, resulting in microplastics and other residuals in wastewater treatment processes ([1]). Biodegradability and the...
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Community Giving Event 2024
Make a difference with Live for Tomorrow and support SHARE Society! This season of giving, get all the warm feels with Live for Tomorrow! Spread the love at our food drive and fundraising "Community Giving Event" in support SHARE Society, taking place Thursday, Nov 28 to Monday, Dec 2 (closed Sunday). Join us at...
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10 Green Gift Ideas for a More Sustainable Holiday Season
The holiday season is a time for warmth, joy, and giving. This year, why not make your gift-giving a little greener? At Live for Tomorrow, we believe that thoughtful, eco-friendly gifts can bring joy without adding to holiday waste. Here are 10 sustainable gift ideas perfect for everyone on your list! 1. DIY...
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PFAS ‘forever chemicals’. Here is what you need to know and why you need to avoid them!
Hundreds of everyday products are made with highly toxic fluorinated chemicals called PFAS. They build up in our bodies and never break down in the environment. Very small doses of PFAS have been linked to cancer, reproductive and immune system harm, and other diseases.
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Easy Tips for Living Sustainably
Easy Tips for Living Sustainably Every Day! Living sustainably is easier than you think! Here are some simple tips to incorporate into your daily routine. FASHION FRIENDLY 1. Make Sustainable Fashion Choices: Opt for circular fashion by buying from sustainable brands, thrifting, or renting clothes. The idea of clothing designed for longevity and recyclability...
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How Microplastics are Impacting Human Health and Aquatic Life
Plastic pollution has become an omnipresent environmental issue, and microplastics, tiny particles less than 5mm in diameter, are at the forefront of this crisis. These particles, originating from the breakdown of larger plastic debris and everyday products like cosmetics and synthetic clothing, have infiltrated our bodies of water, food supply, and even the air...
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8 Million Tons of Plastic Enter Our Oceans Each Year
🌏 Did you know that Plastic Pollution is a Global Crisis? Every year, millions of tons of plastic waste enter our oceans, rivers, and landfills, causing severe environmental damage. 🌊 What can we do about it?
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Plastic Pollution - Is Canada Doing Enough? Post 2 of 4
Plastic packaging and single-use plastics (SUPs) account for 35% of all plastics on the market in 2018. They also make up over 50% of all plastic waste generated in Canada, with less than 14% recycled, meaning most ends up in landfills, incinerators, or the environment, including the oceans. Canada is proposing a no-more-plastic action...
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