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PESC realiza premiação das escolas que mais recolheram esponjas descartáveis

O Parque Ecológico de São Carlos “Dr. Antônio Teixeira Vianna” realizou na tarde da última quarta-feira (16/12), a premiação das escolas com maior índice de coleta de esponjas de limpeza (dupla face) que participaram em 2019 da Campanha Nacional de Reciclagem Brigada de Esponjas Scotch Brite. A escola mais conectada, ou seja, que mais fez postagem em redes sociais e a escola que usou a criatividade para aumentar a coleta também foram premiadas.

PARQUE ECOLÓGICO REALIZA PREMIAÇÃO DAS ESCOLAS QUE MAIS RECOLHERAM ESPONJAS DESCARTÁVEIS

O Parque Ecológico de São Carlos “Dr. Antônio Teixeira Vianna” realizou na tarde da última quarta-feira (16/12), a premiação das escolas com maior índice de coleta de esponjas de limpeza (dupla face) que participaram em 2019 da Campanha Nacional de Reciclagem Brigada de Esponjas Scotch Brite. A escola mais conectada, ou seja, que mais fez postagem em redes sociais e a escola que usou a criatividade para aumentar a coleta também foram premiadas.

Rodan + Fields Partners with TerraCycle to Increase Recycling

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Rodan + Fields announced an expansion to its Rodan + Fields Recycling Program through its partnership with international recycling leader TerraCycle. Rodan + Fields has made a commitment to make 75 percent of all packaging refillable, reusable or recyclable by 2025.

To take part in this recycling initiative, consultants and customers can sign up on the TerraCycle page and mail in the empty product packaging using a prepaid shipping label to be cleaned, melted and recycled into new products. “There’s an unquestionable need to reduce waste and ensure our products are designed for a sustainable future,” says Kari Hayden Pendoley, Rodan + Fields Senior Director of Social Impact and Environmental Social Governance (ESG). “We are thrilled to expand our partnership with TerraCycle to empower our consultants, customers and employees globally to be a part of the solution and take the guesswork out of recycling.”
This partnership with TerraCycle is part of the company’s larger commitment to support its community and the planet through the sustainability of its products and supply chain. “TerraCycle’s mission has always been to ‘Eliminate the Idea of Waste’ and, in turn, be kind to the planet,” says Tom Szaky, TerraCycle Founder and Chief Executive Officer. “By joining in the Rodan + Fields Recycling Program, participants have a unique opportunity to demonstrate their respect for the environment by diverting packaging waste from landfills, as well as through the products that they choose to include in their personal care routines.”

Post Malone’s Maison No.9 Wine: Is it worth the hype?

image.png Over the years, rap music has become synonymous with a number of topics, including alcohol. So much so, that even the most unschooled among us are likely to be able to rattle off the names of several high-profile drinks mentioned in chart-topping songs. It seems only natural then, that many artists have gone on to launch their own boozy brands, from Diddy’s Ciroc vodka to Jay Z’s Armand de Brignac champagne and Myx Moscato, the flavoured liqueur partly owned and often. rapped about by Nicki Minaj. But, the latest celebrity to join this roster of musicians investing their time and money into the alcohol industry might surprise you. Post Malone, the rapper best known for his face tattoos and writing songs about feeling sad, has launched his very own rosé wine. While many wouldn’t expect rosé to be the singer's drink of choice, it turns out he’s quite the wine connoisseur. Named Maison No.9 – after his favourite tarot card, the Nine of Swords, which symbolises overcoming challenges – the wine was born from Post Malone’s love of the Mediterranean lifestyle and created in collaboration with his long-time manager Dre London and friend James Morrissey. “Rosé is for when you want to get a little fancy,” Post Malone said about his new offering. “It’s a nice switch up.” It would be easy to dismiss the rapper’s endeavour but he has gone to surprising lengths to ensure his tipple ticks all the right boxes, with the trio tasting over 50 blends of rosé and regularly visiting their chosen winery, located near Saint-Tropez in the French Riviera, before settling on the right one. They even worked closely with famous winemaker Alexis Cornu, winner of 15 gold medals and seven 90+ point rosé wines. The artist initially launched his drink in the US earlier this year, and it has already proved hugely popular, selling out of the 50,000 bottles reserved for its May 2020 pre-sale in just 48 hours and crashing the world’s largest online wine retailer Vivino’s website. Plus stars like Kylie Jenner and Justin Bieber are already big lovers of it, having shared photos of themselves posing with the wine on social media.
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Maison No.9 Now, after months of waiting, UK fans of Post Malone can finally get their hands on his rosé, with a limited online release launching just in time for Christmas on 17 December, before it rolls out nationwide in the UK in 2021. But, what does its taste like and is it really worth the hype? We loved everything about our first experience with Maison No.9, including the bottle. The pale salmon pink drink is housed in a tall, slender glass vessel that comes etched with the brand’s name in a brilliant white gothic font. In place of a cork, the rapper has also designed a luxurious yet sustainable glass stopper cap with raised edges, meant to mirror the shape of a castle located near the vineyard where the grapes were grown, and intended to encourage people to reuse the bottle. But, there’s more to this wine than its good looks. Unlike the overly sweet mass-produced versions that have given rosé a bad name over this years, Maison No.9 is fresh and appealing, with notes of citrus fruit, pineapple and strawberry, which Post Malone likens to a French dessert. And, while most rosé’s are best enjoyed as you soak up the sun, we think this version would pair just as well with richer, wintery dishes. Sure, summer may be long-gone, but that’s no reason not to enjoy a wine as smooth as this.
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Maison No.9 If you love the look of Post Malone’s Maison No.9, the good news is that it’s available in three sizes 750ml (£16.99), 1.5l (£40) and 3l (£99), but you’re going to have to act quick as the limited release is expected to sell out quickly. If you fancy putting it to the test against other rosé’s or want to stock up on a variety ahead of Christmas, here are some of the best wines that have made it into our recent round-ups. You can trust our independent round-ups. We may earn commission from some of the retailers, but we never allow this to influence selections. This revenue helps us to fund journalism across The Independent.

Lalomba de Ramón Bilbao rosado 2018, 75cl, 13%: £30, Amazon

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LaLomba This option was picked as the best buy in our round-up of the best rosé wines, with the reviewer praising its “elegant acidity” and describing it as a wine that’s “as perfect as a sunny Spanish evening”. It features Orchard and red fruit flavours which are tempered by mineral notes and is made from only perfect, hand-picked berries found in the Rioja Alta region of Spain. Buy now

Château de Berne selection ultimate Provence 2018, 13%: £17.92, Vivino

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Chateau de Berne Housed in a bottle that could give Post Malone’s offering a run for its money, our reviewer of the best Côtes de Provence rosé wines was right when they said this wine “impresses before you’ve even got the cork out”. A subtle, blushing pink in colour, it is made with a blend of grenache, cinsault, syrah and rolle, and features notes of redcurrant, red berry and orange peel. We recommend enjoying it with lightly spiced French or Italian dishes. Buy now

Beronia Rosado, 13%: £9.35, The Drink Shop

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Beronia Drinking wine can be an expensive so we put a number of wines to the test to see if it was possible to pick up a great-tasting bottle for under £10. Our reviewer highlighted this rosé from Beronia which, despite its strawberry pink hue, is smooth to taste. “Elegant rose petals are present on the nose, followed by sun-kissed strawberries and a touch of peach on the palate. A great summer wine you’ll find yourself drinking with everything from salads and tapas dishes, through to creamy goats’ cheese,” they said. Buy now

AOP Beaujolais rose Carremont, France, 3l: £35, MoreWine

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AOP Bag-in-box (BIB) wines have been tainted with an unsophisticated reputation in recent years but, thanks to a new generation that boast more eco-friendly credentials, they’re making a comeback. In our roundup of the best boxed wines, this rosé was selected for its combination of fruity flavours that make it “dangerously easy” to drink. Even better, when you’ve finished your box, you can put the cardboard in with your recycling and send back any plastic back to MoreWine who work with recycling company TerraCycle to ensure nothing ends up in landfill. Buy now

Mirabeau étoile Provence rosé 2019, 13%: £15, Sainsburys

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Mirabeau An award-winning gastronomic rosé, this bottle of wine is the product of an English couple, Stephen and Jeany Cronk, who moved to Provence in the Noughties, to set up their own winery. In our round-up of the best Côtes de Provence wines, it was hailed for its blend of pear, orange and tangerine flavours. Buy now For more inspiration on boozy beverages to stock up on this Christmas, read our round-up of the best champagnes and whiskies from around the world

Highest-Dose Immune Supplement on Market Launched by Healthycell

Next-generation, ultra-absorption MICROGEL™ supplement provides over 15 capsules worth of immune-boosting ingredients in one gel pack, delivering effective doses of science-backed nutrients.†
VERONA, N.J., Dec. 15, 2020 /PRNewswire/ -- Healthycell today announced the launch of IMMUNE SUPER BOOST, a new addition to its line of category-leading pill-free supplements, designed to support a strong and resilient immune system.† Surveys show people worry about their immune health four times per day; that's 112 times per month. Studies also indicate that the immune response is weakened by the combination of stress, loneliness, and small social networks, which are all widespread issues today.
Healthycell Immune Super Boost (Natural Blackberry Flavor)
IMMUNE SUPER BOOST helps boost defense with an immunity-supercharging blend of phytonutrients, including Echinacea and Elderberry, plus vitamins and minerals that support white blood cell count, activate immune cells, promote healthy immune response, and support immune system regulation.† "The problem with most multi-ingredient immune supplements is that they don't provide the effective doses shown by clinical studies to impact immunity," commented Healthycell CEO Douglas Giampapa. "Our product holds 25 mL of nutrients in one gel pack, making it easier to provide our customers with effective doses. IMMUNE SUPER BOOST has over 9,750 mg of nutrients in each gel pack, so people don't have to buy various bottles of different supplements to reach effective doses." Formulated by an expert team of physicians and nutritionists, IMMUNE SUPER BOOST contains effective doses of vitamin C, vitamin D3, zinc, Echinacea extract, and Elderberry extract to support immunity.† It also includes other nutrients linked to immune support, such as beta-glucan, citrus pectin, polyphenols, flavonoids, vitamin E, and vitamin B6. † With a great-tasting natural blackberry flavor, IMMUNE SUPER BOOST is a uniquely functional and delicious gel that can be enjoyed conveniently straight from the pack, mixed in water, or added to smoothies. Healthycell uses only cruelty-free, sustainably-harvested ingredients, and packaging that is 100% recyclable. Product boxes are recyclable through municipal programs, and Healthycell is partnered with TerraCycle so customers can send back their empty gel packs to be recycled free of charge. To learn more, visit healthycell.comTwitterFacebook, and Instagram. About Healthycell  About MICROGEL™ † These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. This product is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. SOURCE Healthycell

Rodan + Fields Expands Partnership With TerraCycle To Increase Recycling Aimed At Reducing Packaging Waste

TORONTO -- Rodan + Fields, a leading skincare brand in North America, in partnership with international recycling leader, TerraCycle, announce the expansion of the Rodan + Fields Recycling Program, already available in the United States, throughout Australia and Canada.   In line with the company's Do Good vision, which focuses on Philanthropy, People and Planet, Rodan + Fields has made a commitment to make 75% of all packaging refillable, reusable or recyclable by 2025. To support this goal, the Rodan + Fields Recycling Program is designed to assist Rodan + Fields Independent Consultants and customers in their efforts to reduce the number of beauty products that end up in landfills.   To participate, Rodan + Fields Independent Consultants and customers can sign up on the TerraCycle program page and mail in the empty product packaging using a prepaid shipping label. Once collected, the packaging is cleaned and melted into hard plastic that can be remolded to make new recycled products.   "There's an unquestionable need to reduce waste and ensure our products are designed for a sustainable future," said Kari Hayden Pendoley, Rodan + Fields Senior Director of Social Impact and Environmental Social Governance (ESG). "We are thrilled to expand our partnership with TerraCycle to empower our Consultants, customers and employees globally to be a part of the solution and take the guesswork out of recycling."   "TerraCycle's mission has always been to 'Eliminate the Idea of Waste' and, in turn, be kind to the planet," said Tom Szaky, TerraCycle Founder and CEO. "By joining in the Rodan + Fields Recycling Program, participants have a unique opportunity to demonstrate their respect for the environment by diverting packaging waste from landfills, as well as through the products that they choose to include in their personal care routines."   Rodan + Fields' expanded partnership with TerraCycle reinforces the company's larger sustainability commitments announced this year in their inaugural ESG Report. Rodan + Fields takes its responsibility to support its community and protect the planet seriously and continues to work to advance the sustainability of its products and supply chain.   The Rodan + Fields Recycling Program is open to all Rodan + Fields Independent Consultants, and customers throughout Canada, Australia and the United States. For more information on TerraCycle's recycling programs, visit www.terracycle.ca.  

How to Properly Dispose of Your Vape Pens and Cartridges

Vaping cannabis is one of the most popular ways of consuming cannabis these days: it’s efficient, discreet, and there are many affordable models on the market. Having said that, the vaping industry continues to grow in size. But here’s the question no one is asking: what happens to all those disposed vape pens and cartridges? Have you thought about what happens to your pens and its parts when you throw it away? The truth is that vape pens and cartridges fall into the same category as batteries, printer cartridges, or light bulbs in terms of waste disposal. Unless you take them to a hazardous waste facility, consumers are not left with much choice on the right way to dispose of them -unless you educate yourself well on your state’s available recycling programs. In Canada, they’ve already made strides in this area. Tweed, a major cannabis company, partnered with TerraCycle, a recycling firm. Their Tweed x TerraCycle Cannabis Packaging Recycling Program was introduced on the day before cannabis was legalized back in October 2018. Within the first 6 months, they were already able to recycle 165,000 containers including those that are considered difficult to recycle such as bottles made with childproof covers, plastic bags, tins, tubes, and more. They have over 100 stores in Canada where customers can dispose of containers that are made from licensed producers. Vape Batteries Vape batteries that are made from lithium-ion are bad for the environment. They can leak or explode, and even start fires. Check with your municipal authorities on the available solutions for disposing electronic waste for your vape batteries; you can also ask your dispensary or even electronic retail shops in your neighborhood. You can dispose of batteries in battery recycling programs. Undamaged vape batteries can be donated. Check out retailers such as The Home Depot, Best Buy, Lowe’s and Staples for recycling programs to keep batteries out of landfills while reducing the impact on the environment. If you know someone who’s starting out with vapes, you can also give it to them! But if you have leaking or broken batteries, look for businesses that accept these kinds of batteries. Alternatively, if there are none in your area, look for local recycling centers. Even if some may not be able to accept it, they may be able to point you in the right direction. Additionally, for electronic waste, the general guidelines for them is to be completely discharged, cooled, and left in storage submerged in cold saltwater for two weeks. After then, you can wrap up the battery and throw it into the trash. Cannabis Vape Cartridges The sad truth is that cannabis oil cartridges can’t be recycled. That’s because vape pens and cartridges require so many materials in small quantities to produce just one. In most cases, a typical vape pen will require up to 30 different parts: from glass to batteries, coil, ceramic, and much more, which is why it isn’t as simple as tossing a used pen or cartridge into the recycling bin. Because of the complexity of this situation, traditional recycling facilities still don’t have the right resources to deal with them. It is also illegal for cannabis businesses to have drop-off bins; for one, vape oil cartridges are seen as contaminated products, which forbid them from being tossed into recycling services. Additionally, the unconsumed oil that remains in the vape pen cartridge no matter how much you try to finish it, can still be collected by the black market and resold. For example, in California, the cannabis waste regulations state that only certain cannabis waste management companies are allowed to process it. What Can You Do To Be A More Environmentally-Friendly Vape Consumer? Don’t feel helpless; there are steps you can take to reduce your impact on the environment while still enjoying tokes from your favorite vape pens. The best thing you can do is to invest in a high-quality refillable vape pen. Though the actual refilling will take some effort, you will be able to stop another pen or cartridge from ending up in the landfill. There are also numerous sustainable cannabis oil and vape pen brands out there. Just like caring consumers like you, many brands are committed to staying away from single-serve products. Educate yourself on materials that go into making vape products. Batteries that make use of cobalt or nickel cathodes are the most dangerous for the environment; aside from that, they are also toxic and can cause harm to human and animal health when disposed of incorrectly. It also helps to proactively look out for green dispensaries. Many of them offer discounts and incentives for customers who want to recycle their vapes; they also usually cooperate with manufacturers so to make it easy for customers to bring items wherever convenient – not necessarily back to the dispensary you bought it from. However, these kinds of dispensaries aren’t as common as we’d like them to be, so just reach out to your local cannabis community to see if they know of others. It’s also important for regulators and the proper authorities to implement laws making it easier for consumers in their area to dispose of vape pens, cartridges, and batteries responsibly. Though its just as important for cannabis entrepreneurs to come up with sustainable products, the responsibility doesn’t lie solely on them. Firefly CEO Steve Berg even went as far as teaming up with the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment and the Bureau of Cannabis Control to encourage lawmakers to create amendments in state cannabis laws that cater to recycling programs. “The original legislation did not really consider what happens to vaporizer cartridges after the sale, and these were things that could actually be recycled if the laws would permit,” Berg told the Californian. “Every state is different but it seems all states have this issue of not addressing the recycle aspect in their initial regulations.”
 

Tout savoir du recyclage des emballages cosmétiques !

Ces dernières années, la question du recyclage et de la réduction des déchets est au cœur de toutes les préoccupations environnementales. Ici, on fait le point.
Plus que jamais, le plastique est devenu le symbole de la société de consommation par excellence. Pointé du doigt de toutes parts, nombreux sont les acteurs à s’en détourner et à dénoncer son utilisation outrancière. Et si les emballages de produits alimentaires se retrouvent souvent sous le feu des projecteurs, il ne faut pas sous-estimer le secteur de la beauté qui n’est pas en reste à ce sujet ! Maquillage, soins, produits d’hygiène… Du plastique, il y en a (presque) partout, il vous suffira d’observer les étagères de votre salle de bain pour le constater. Heureusement, les pratiques sont entrain d’évoluer et dans le bon sens ! Afin d’en savoir davantage sur les mutations de l’univers de la beauté, on a posé quelques questions à Apolline Sabaté.