6 false myths about plastic

Hundreds of news related to plastic are written every day, so we receive a lot of information that is not always completely true.

Especially regarding its recycling there is still a lot of confusion.

In today’s article we talk about 6 completely false myths about plastic.

1. Recycled plastic is not valid for food products

Not all recycled plastics can be used for food packaging.

But there are some from plants authorized by the European Union and that comply with all food safety measures.

Therefore, they are completely safe to use for this purpose.

2. Plastic bags cannot be recycled

This is one of the most widespread myths and it is totally false.

In fact, the bags are very easy to recycle and we must always deposit them in the yellow container.

3. In Spain it is not recycled

Nothing is further from reality.

In Spain we are very aware of recycling, in fact in 2018, our country was the second European country that recycled the most plastic.

4. Only rigid plastic containers can be thrown into the yellow container.

In the yellow container we can deposit many objects that we use at the end of the day, from bottles, through bags, cartons of milk and juice, cans, metal containers, films or caps.

5. Plastic can be toxic

Plastic is not toxic by ingestion, in fact it is used to package food products as we indicated before.

Cosmetic products, toys, medicines … that is, they are biocompatible.

Its composition is subject to the sanitary controls stipulated by law to guarantee that it can be used without any problem.

6. Recycling is not going to change things

This is perhaps the most false of myths.

The small gestures that we carry out every day and that cost us nothing.

Separating our waste and throwing it into the corresponding container is a great step for all of us to help take care of the environment.

If we also incorporate simple actions such as reusing products, using a sustainable means of transport or consuming in a more responsible way into our daily routine, we will directly contribute to taking care of our planet.

Join the change and do your bit to take care of and protect the environment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

15 July, 2021 Uncategorized Comments Off on 6 false myths about plastic

The plastic recycling process step by step

By now, we all know how important plastic recycling is. With such a simple action, how to separate our plastic waste and throw it into the corresponding container, we help these waste to have a second useful life, in addition to doing our bit to take care of the environment.

But what we do not know is that the plastic recycling process must go through several steps to achieve the desired result.

In today’s article on our blog we tell you about the plastic recycling process step by step.

Reception and selection of plastic

Once the plastic has been deposited in the corresponding container, it is transferred to the recycling plants where, at first, it is received and prepared for separation and selection according to its characteristics.

In the first place, those plastics that contain other materials such as metals or remains of dirt or dirt are separated.

They are also usually separated by color, thus saving on the consumption of colorants and it is easier to recycle them.

crushed

The plastic is crushed into very small pieces that are called pellets and that are usually shaped like small balls. In this way, the material is homogeneous and the rest of the process is easier.

washed

Next, the plastic goes to the sinks where it is washed with water and removed so that all the impurities that may have stuck to the plastic are deposited at the bottom.

Drying and spinning

In addition to drying the material, the centrifugation serves to finish getting rid of any foreign material or impurity that may still remain.

Extruded and filtered

The next step is necessary to achieve the final texture with which to work the plastic. It is first melted by heat to create a mass, at this point the color is added.

Once the desired texture is achieved, the material is subjected to a filtering process to finish removing any remainder or impurity that may remain.

Granced

In this step, small balls called pellets are obtained. Subsequently, it is analyzed that they comply with all the established quality requirements, they are packaged and stored.

The recycled plastic would already be ready to be bought and used for the manufacture of other objects.

From home, we must continue to do our part in the plastic recycling process. Remember, it costs nothing, you just have to separate the plastic waste and throw it in the yellow container.

If you have any questions about it, contact us.

 

 

18 June, 2021 Uncategorized Comments Off on The plastic recycling process step by step

Tips for recycling cooking oil
Oil is an element that we use daily in our kitchen and sometimes we use a large amount for frying, for example.
That oil, most of the time, ends up being thrown down the sink, which has a very negative impact on the environment.
In today’s blog we tell you how to properly recycle cooking oil.

The consequences of not recycling oil

Disposing of used oil down the sink drain has very negative consequences for the environment.

Although we associate that oil is a natural element, since we use it in our diet, if it ends up in water it is very polluting.

It is estimated that a liter of used oil that we dispose of incorrectly and ends up in the sea, can contaminate about a thousand liters of water.

In addition, it is very harmful to the pipes, and can clog them.

It can also lead to an increase in pests such as cockroaches and other insects.

What to do with used oil?

The most common thing is to store the oil that we are using to cook in used plastic bottles, whether they are 1.5 liters or 5-liter jugs.

Once the container is full, we must take it to a clean point that has specific containers to dispose of the used oil.

In some cities we can find this type of container in the urban nucleus.

With this oil, once it is recycled, biodiesel can be obtained.

But in addition to recycling it, we can reuse it in different ways.

We can reuse it to spread the molds when making a cake.

If we filter the oil to remove any remaining food or impurities, we can use it to make candles or even soaps.

We can also reuse it to polish wooden furniture or use it as a degreasing oil.

The important thing is not to throw it where we should not and do our bit to protect the environment.

If you are interested in everything related to recycling, visit our blog

 

19 May, 2021 Uncategorized Comments Off on Tips for recycling cooking oil

What is compost? 5 tips to do it at home

Compost or compost is a product obtained from different materials of organic origin, which are subjected to a controlled biological oxidation process called composting.

It has an earthy appearance, free of odors and pathogens, it is used as a base fertilizer and as a partial or total substitute for chemical fertilizers.

For anyone who is new to composting, or for those who simply want to improve their compost, we have put together a summary so that you can get it.

In today’s blog, we bring you 5 tips to do it at home. We will tell you about it in the following lines!

Fundamental keys to compost

The 5 fundamental keys are:

Buy a proper compost bin

If you are going to buy a compost bin, we recommend that it be not very large, as it will be perfect for a small garden or patio.

Choose the perfect place to leave it

It’s best placed in a well-drained, level spot, which will prevent excess water and help worms get in and get on with the job of breaking down the contents.

Let the worms do the hard work

Nature has provided us with the perfect waste disposal solution: worms. They can live their whole lives in the dark, and they also love the humid atmosphere.

On the other hand, they will eat the waste material you put in and turn it into compost.

The tiger worm is the most efficient worm we know of, and it loves to eat organic waste.

Put the correct elements

Things that make for good compost include vegetable peels, fruit waste, tea bags, plant pruning, and grass cutting. These decompose quickly and provide significant amounts of nitrogen and moisture.

It’s also good to include things like egg cartons, crumpled paper, and fallen leaves. These rot more slowly, but provide vital fiber and carbon; They also allow significant pockets of air to form in the mix. Crushed eggshells can be included to add helpful minerals.

Let the air in

Adding crumpled pieces of cardboard is an easy way to create pockets of air that will help keep compost healthy.

Air can also be added by mixing the contents.

Today’s blog ends here.

We hope you liked it a lot!

 

1 December, 2020 Uncategorized Comments Off on What is compost? 5 tips to do it at home

Recycled material furniture The most ecological decoration

Apart from energy efficiency, if you want to give your home an ecological touch, opt for types of furniture that use recycled materials for their construction.

Ecological awareness is increasingly present and we pay more and more attention to the world around us.

This concern for the environment is expressed in our homes, choosing more energy efficient homes.

But what about the interior?

Recycled material furniture: recycled and recyclable

One of the pioneers of this type of design is the French Philippe Starck, who in 2012 created the Broom chair.

Source: Pinterest

Made with recycled and recyclable material in its entirety.

The components and waste generated for its production can be divided into wood and plastic to be able to be used again.

One of the newest names to appear in the world of furniture design is Pentatonic.

Pentatonic is a design and technology company that operates in what is known as a circular economy.

This means that they design and create beautiful products and consumer goods that allow a more sustainable and responsible way of daily life, and that can be recycled as many times as desired.

The British company recently unveiled its first collection of home furnishings and accessories made from smartphones, soda cans and cigarette butts at the London Design Festival.

At the same festival, Benjamin Hubert presented his Axyl collection, created for Allermuir, in which he uses recycled aluminum, wood and nylon to make furniture.

The Milo table, by French designer Tristán Titex, uses recycled cutouts from wooden planks and antique furniture.

PET: infinite possibilities

If we talk about recycling, there is something that we cannot forget, and this is PET plastic bottles.

Today, the use of recycled plastic bottles extends far beyond school crafts.

Last year, Ikea decided to create a kitchen made from recycled plastic bottles.

Cardboard furniture

Still don’t have a cardboard furniture at home?

If the answer is no, it sure won’t take you long to do it.

This type of furniture is much more resistant than we think, and there are already countless firms that launch proposals for furniture made with cardboard.

Beds, tables, chairs, sofas … Having a cardboard piece of furniture today is a must.

Source: www.elpais.com

What are you waiting for to be the coolest of the gang of friends? Jump into sustainability!

We hope you have enjoyed the theme.

And that at least it serves so that there are more people who begin to raise awareness about sustainability.

It is necessary and there is no planet B!

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16 November, 2020 Uncategorized Comments Off on Recycled material furniture The most ecological decoration

10 things you didn’t know about the ozone layer

This coming September 16 is the international day for the preservation of the ozone layer.

In today’s post we tell you what it is exactly and 10 things you probably did not know about this essential element for life.

What is the ozone layer?

The ozone layer or ozonosphere is the area of ​​the Earth’s stratosphere that contains a relatively high concentration of ozone.

This layer, which extends from approximately 15 km to 50 km of altitude, gathers 90% of the ozone present in the atmosphere and absorbs 97 to 99% of low-frequency ultraviolet radiation.

This absorption is essential for life on our planet, hence the great concern that it disappear and therefore the immense importance that we preserve it.

10 things you didn’t know about the ozone layer

  1. The ozone layer was first observed in 1912 when Antarctic explorers said they had seen veil-like clouds in the polar stratosphere.
  2. Ozone began to be controlled in 1956 when the Halley Bay Observatory was established in Antarctica.

  1. The ozone layer is also studied from different satellites and aircraft.
  2. Ozone acts as a filter, or protective shield, against harmful, high-energy radiation that reaches the Earth, allowing others to pass through, such as long-wave ultraviolet, which in this way reaches the surface.
  3. The apparatus for measuring ozone in the stratosphere is called a spectrophotometer and was created by the British meteorologist G.M.B Dobson.
  4. Ozone concentration is measured in Dobson units in honor of this meteorologist.
  5. Its chemical formula is O3.
  6. Ozone closest to Earth removes pollutants from the atmosphere.
  7. Chlorofluorocarbons (CFCs) are the biggest culprit in the hole created and can be found in aerosols, air conditioners, refrigerators … among others.
  8. The ozone layer is located in a strip located between about 20 and about 30 kilometers above us.

The future of the ozone layer

It is believed that the ozone layer could be fully recovered by 2060, if protective measures continue to be applied.

These measures are included in the Montreal Protocol.

The use of industrial refrigerants and some aerosols have been destroying it for years.

Luckily measures are already being taken in this regard and various studies have shown that he is recovering little by little.

 

 

 

9 November, 2020 Uncategorized Comments Off on 10 things you didn’t know about the ozone layer
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