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In a 2015 Deakin University study, crushed waste glass replaced 30% of concrete sand; after 28 days, the recycled mix was 6% stronger than conventional concreteAustralian researchers found that crushed glass strengthens concrete mixtures effectively. Replacing sand with up to thirty percent recycle...- In an Australian study, waste glass replaced up to 60% of river sand in concrete; the recycled mix gained strength and resisted chloride penetrationEngineers in Australia have found that substituting sand with waste glass in concrete mixes can be beneficial. By using up to sixty percent...
- How to keep mint fresh for longer: 4 easy pudina storage tips to keep mint fresh for weeksFresh pudina can stay usable for one to two weeks with proper storage. Storing mint stems in a jar of water keeps them fresh for about two ...
- In 2020, a Brazilian mother and daughter started collecting discarded bottles; years later, 8,000 glass bottles became the walls of their seven-bedroom home that glows at sunriseA Brazilian mother and daughter collected over 8,000 discarded bottles from beaches in 2020. These bottles were then incorporated into the ...
- Wind turbines in US can last around 30 years; what happens to their enormous blades after they stop turning may surprise youWind turbines typically have a lifespan of around thirty years, and at the end of this period, much of their structure can be efficiently r...
- What to do with empty candle jars? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to turn them into useful home essentialsEmpty candle jars present a fantastic opportunity for creative home organization. Their durable structure makes them ideal as delightful mi...
- Earlier this year, 1,124 wind-turbine blades were sitting in a Wyoming landfill. Now, a Missouri cement plant has given 7,000 more a second life, offering a different ending for retired renewable-energy equipmentWyoming buried 1,124 wind turbine blades. Now, a Missouri cement plant is giving more than 7,000 retired blades a second life. The contrast...
- Have broken glass jars at home? Try these simple and creative ways to reuse them instead of throwing them awayBroken glass jars hold a treasure trove of creative potential. Consider transforming them into charming candle holders or stylish bathroom ...
- Can you reuse plastic water bottles? Know the risks of reusing themRefilling single-use plastic bottles with clean, undamaged water is generally safe. However, any scratches or grooves inside the bottle can...
- Why people use aluminium foil to clean burnt utensils: How to use it and does this hack really work?Crumpled aluminum foil offers a simple and effective solution for cleaning burnt kitchenware. Its abrasive texture easily loosens stubborn ...
- From reusing old furniture to adding plants: 5 eco-friendly tricks to give your home a fresh lookAn eco-friendly home makeover does not have to be expensive. Repurposing old furniture, decorating with plants in reused containers and rea...
- Don't throw old used glass jars. How to create a herb garden and 7 other clever ways to reuse themOld glass jars can be reused in several practical ways instead of being thrown away. They can help organise pantry staples, store homemade ...
- Psychology says people who save shopping bags inside shopping bags aren't cheap, they may simply see value that others overlookPsychology suggests that people who keep shopping bags stored inside other shopping bags are not necessarily being cheap. More often, the h...
- Psychology says adults who hold onto empty jars and containers are often seeking more than storage: Why ‘just in case’ thinking makes it hard to throw things awayPsychology suggests that nail biting is rarely a sign of immaturity, poor discipline or weak self-control. More often, it is the brain's wa...
- Namo eWaste Management shares list at 90% premium over IPO priceNamo eWaste Management's shares listed on the NSE SME platform with a 90% premium, debuting at Rs 161.5 against an issue price of Rs 85. Th...
- Glass half full: Bengaluru restaurants find a new way to tackle water crisisThe restaurants have recently started reusing the leftover water to wash rice or clean utensils.
- Eateries in Bengaluru use various ways to conserve waterSome are using waste RO water by using it to water plants and clean washrooms.
- Turning e-waste to electricity: IIT Madras innovation waits for takersScientists at IIT, Madras have come up with a novel technique where e-waste can be used as a resource not only to treat waste water but als...
- Making best out of wasteAs part of Republic Day celebrations, students pursuing design course from Unitedworld Institute of Design have initiated an awareness prog...
- Delhi to be global e-waste capital soonAs many as 900 pcs and 3,500 TV sets are dismantled in the city every day for reuse of their component parts.
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