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A tissue company, packaging manufacturers, and the state of Michigan have agreed to collaborate on improving Michigan’s infrastructure and manufacturing towards producing more sustainable materials.
The partnership has a task to help increase the recycling of food and beverage cartons and find more sustainable alternatives to polyethylene and poly/aluminum for packaging.
According to Environmental Leader, the collaboration is between Great Lakes Tissue, the Carton Council of North America, and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), and in part by NextCycle Michigan.
“Funding for the project will provide Great Lakes Tissue with new equipment to improve the processing of poly and poly/aluminum residuals from the pulping process. It has helped the company significantly reduce the moisture content from the materials as well as process more cartons.”
Great Lakes Tissue says that the new equipment and technology have helped it reduce the water content in the materials from 65% to 17%.
Another benefit is that they managed to reduce the weight of the packaging which allows for more efficient transport and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
The best thing is that the company was able to recapture the water and recycle it back in the production process.
That’s a win-win-win!
Despite the opposition in the market, packaging companies are striving for sustainable materials and greener processes. Partnerships like these help increase the circular manufacturing of materials.
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• 10 years of writing and editing experience Obsessed with home decor trends, plant parenting, cleaning, and other lifestyle topics.
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About Nikola Gemeš
Nikola Gemeš, an electrical engineer turned sustainability consultant, bridges the gap between complex environmental concepts and GreenCitizen readers with his well-researched, accurate content. His commitment to sustainability extends from his professional life to personal practices of recycling and home-grown food. An adventurer at heart, Nikola enjoys hiking, white-water sports, and pocket knife collecting. At Green Citizen, he's instrumental in presenting the best sustainable brands, aiding well-informed decision-making. He firmly believes in the collective power of individuals, experts, businesses, and governments to foster a world where sustainability, life quality, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality are core values.
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Nikola Gemeš has a rich and diverse background in electrical engineering, which he utilizes to break down complex sustainability topics for his readers. His unique blend of technical knowledge and communicative skills has made him a crucial part of GreenCitizen. Nikola's experience has honed his ability to navigate through intricate data and research, ensuring the content he delivers is both accurate and reliable. His passion for educating and informing is palpable in the impact he has made on Green Citizen's readership.
Outside of his professional endeavors, Nikola is deeply committed to environmental conservation in his personal life. This commitment is reflected in his everyday activities, from recycling to cultivating his own food. His hands-on approach to sustainability gives him a first-hand understanding of practical conservation efforts, further enriching the content he produces. These personal experiences often seep into his work, making it relatable and engaging for readers.
Nikola's key role extends to assessing and presenting sustainable brands to his audience. His comprehensive grasp of sustainability allows him to critically evaluate and offer the best environmentally-friendly options available on the market. He aids readers in making informed decisions that have a positive impact on both their lives and the environment. His belief in collective efforts towards a sustainable world is evident in his work, as he consistently promotes values of quality life, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality.
Circular Economy
Collaboration Helps Boost Michigan Recycling Manufacturing
by : Nikola Gemeš | Published: July 28, 2022
0 shares Share 0 Tweet 0 Pin 0 Share 0 A tissue company, packaging manufacturers, and the state of Michigan have agreed to collaborate on improving Michigan’s infrastructure and manufacturing towards producing more sustainable materials.The partnership has a …
A tissue company, packaging manufacturers, and the state of Michigan have agreed to collaborate on improving Michigan’s infrastructure and manufacturing towards producing more sustainable materials.
The partnership has a task to help increase the recycling of food and beverage cartons and find more sustainable alternatives to polyethylene and poly/aluminum for packaging.
According to Environmental Leader, the collaboration is between Great Lakes Tissue, the Carton Council of North America, and the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), and in part by NextCycle Michigan.Great Lakes Tissue says that the new equipment and technology have helped it reduce the water content in the materials from 65% to 17%.
Another benefit is that they managed to reduce the weight of the packaging which allows for more efficient transport and lower greenhouse gas emissions.
The best thing is that the company was able to recapture the water and recycle it back in the production process.
That’s a win-win-win!
Despite the opposition in the market, packaging companies are striving for sustainable materials and greener processes. Partnerships like these help increase the circular manufacturing of materials.
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Nikola Gemeš
Highlights • 10 years of writing and editing experience Obsessed with home decor trends, plant parenting, cleaning, and other lifestyle topics. • Expertise in content marketing and email strategy for brands and small businesses About Nikola Gemeš Nikola Gemeš, an electrical engineer turned sustainability consultant, bridges the gap between complex environmental concepts and GreenCitizen readers with his well-researched, accurate content. His commitment to sustainability extends from his professional life to personal practices of recycling and home-grown food. An adventurer at heart, Nikola enjoys hiking, white-water sports, and pocket knife collecting. At Green Citizen, he's instrumental in presenting the best sustainable brands, aiding well-informed decision-making. He firmly believes in the collective power of individuals, experts, businesses, and governments to foster a world where sustainability, life quality, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality are core values. Experience Nikola Gemeš has a rich and diverse background in electrical engineering, which he utilizes to break down complex sustainability topics for his readers. His unique blend of technical knowledge and communicative skills has made him a crucial part of GreenCitizen. Nikola's experience has honed his ability to navigate through intricate data and research, ensuring the content he delivers is both accurate and reliable. His passion for educating and informing is palpable in the impact he has made on Green Citizen's readership. Outside of his professional endeavors, Nikola is deeply committed to environmental conservation in his personal life. This commitment is reflected in his everyday activities, from recycling to cultivating his own food. His hands-on approach to sustainability gives him a first-hand understanding of practical conservation efforts, further enriching the content he produces. These personal experiences often seep into his work, making it relatable and engaging for readers. Nikola's key role extends to assessing and presenting sustainable brands to his audience. His comprehensive grasp of sustainability allows him to critically evaluate and offer the best environmentally-friendly options available on the market. He aids readers in making informed decisions that have a positive impact on both their lives and the environment. His belief in collective efforts towards a sustainable world is evident in his work, as he consistently promotes values of quality life, economic prosperity, diversity, mental health, and gender equality.
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