Tag: biodegradable

New manual provides instructions for building environmentally friendly, man-made reefs

by Megan Winslow
June 23, 2025

Living shorelines are gaining popularity in Florida as residents seek sustainable solutions capable of calming waves and restoring habitats. (more…) READ MORE

Category: Coasts & Marine, Conservation, Water, Wildlife
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Sustainable Plant Pots

by Marguerite Beckford
May 24, 2025

Sustainability efforts in the green industry include trying to find alternatives to plastic pots. There are several companies leading the sustainability charge, including East Jordan Plastics (EJP), Blackmore Company, Pöppelmann TEKU, Rootmaker, ... READ MORE

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Tags: Biodegradable, Compost, Compostable, Gardening, Landscape, Landscaping, Plants, Recycle, Sustainability

Water Wednesdays Recap – Are Bioplastics Better?

by Samantha Murray
September 29, 2020

Almost every single piece of plastic ever made still exists. As an alternative to the traditional plastics, we are hearing a new term more and more often - bioplastics. Are bioplastics better? Dr. Maia McGuire answered this question in the last ... READ MORE

Category: Conservation, Natural Resources, Water
Tags: Biodegradable, Bioplastics, Compostable, Environmentally Friendly, Florida Water, Microplastics, MREC, Plastic, UF IFAS Extension Water Agents, Water Wednesday, Yilin Zhuang

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