Plastic bag bans won’t be the only issue on the state and local legislative fronts that the plastics industry will have to contend with this year. A number of communities are looking to enact bans on polystyrene takeout containers, ...
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Players in China’s polymer markets are expressing mixed forecasts for 2012. While there is general agreement that upstream costs will continue to support polymer prices, players hold divergent opinions about the macroeconomic outlook ...
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Mexico’s plastics industry association has revised upward its 2011 growth estimate for the sector. In early October it was talking about a possible growth of 6 percent. Now it says 9 percent is likely, not with standing a deceleration ...
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South Australia has led the way by banning plastic bags in favour of green bags which are better for the Environment.Here, the reasons for the ban are outlined and how the ban has been implemented has been described. Reasons for the ban The ...
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Although CFLs are an excellent source of energy-efficient lighting, they are not always the best choice for all lighting applications. Here are a few limitations to consider: On/Off cycling: CFLs are sensitive to frequent on/off cycling. ...
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Although CFLs are an excellent source of energy-efficient lighting, they are not always the best choice for all lighting applications. Here are a few limitations to consider: On/Off cycling: CFLs are sensitive to frequent on/off cycling. ...
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Compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFLs) really can save you money and reduce waste. They use two thirds less energy than incandescent bulbs, and when used properly can last ten times as long. According to the EPA, replacing an incandescent ...
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The letter in Wednesday's Press said certain light bulbs risk "los(ing) a child or beloved pet to inevitable serious harm." The writer then asked several questions; I'll attempt to answer them from research reported in Scientific American, ...
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The letter in Wednesday's Press said certain light bulbs risk "los(ing) a child or beloved pet to inevitable serious harm." The writer then asked several questions; I'll attempt to answer them from research reported in Scientific American, ...
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