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Korea Herald
02-05-2025
- Business
- Korea Herald
New LCA Study: XLERATOR® hand dryers slash carbon footprint by 94% compared to paper towels
Latest Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) reveals Excel Dryer's high efficiency hand dryers dramatically reduce environmental impact versus paper towels. EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass., May 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- All you have to do is follow the data. Excel Dryer, Inc., the pioneering force behind the touchless, high-efficiency hand dryers, provides products that are more environmentally friendly than paper towels. That's according to third-party testing examining the dryers' carbon footprint from manufacture to transportation, use and disposal. For the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Excel hand dryers, independent consultant TrueNorth Collective determined they provide up to a 94% reduction of carbon footprint versus 100% recycled paper towels. "We're proud of our strong record of sustainability at Excel Dryer, especially with many countries setting a net zero goal within five years," said Josh Griffing, Excel Dryer Director of Marketing & International Sales. "It feels great knowing we can help architects and business owners minimize environmental impact." Saving energy also translates to saving money. Excel's interactive cost calculator shows cost cutting along with climate change benefits. TrueNorth's LCA compared the environmental impacts of hand dryers versus paper towel systems by examining all stages of the products' life cycles, "from cradle-to-grave." This includes all material, energy, water and pollutant inputs and outputs. Categories include: "This backs up what we at Excel Dryer have known for a long time," said Griffing. "Constantly restocking restrooms with paper towels leads to higher costs, more maintenance, waste and potentially more global warming. We're fortunate we can offer a solution." Many companies are striving to meet net-zero goals and must choose building materials that align with sustainability objectives. Hand dryers contribute to these efforts by supporting green building certifications such as LEED and WELL. About Excel Dryer, Inc. Excel Dryer is a family-owned and operated company that revolutionized the industry with the invention of the XLERATOR® Hand Dryer, which set a new standard for performance, reliability and customer satisfaction. For more than 50 years, Excel has been manufacturing American-made hand drying solutions that are dependable, cost effective, safe and sustainable. Backed by the best customer service, Excel Dryer products can be purchased through an established network of sales representatives and distributors globally. Learn more about Excel Dryer at
Yahoo
01-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
New LCA Study: XLERATOR® hand dryers slash carbon footprint by 94% compared to paper towels
Latest Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) reveals Excel Dryer's high efficiency hand dryers dramatically reduce environmental impact versus paper towels. EAST LONGMEADOW, Mass., May 1, 2025 /CNW/ -- All you have to do is follow the data. Excel Dryer, Inc., the pioneering force behind the touchless, high-efficiency hand dryers, provides products that are more environmentally friendly than paper towels. That's according to third-party testing examining the dryers' carbon footprint from manufacture to transportation, use and disposal. For the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) of Excel hand dryers, independent consultant TrueNorth Collective determined they provide up to a 94% reduction of carbon footprint versus 100% recycled paper towels. "We're proud of our strong record of sustainability at Excel Dryer, especially with many countries setting a net zero goal within five years," said Josh Griffing, Excel Dryer Director of Marketing & International Sales. "It feels great knowing we can help architects and business owners minimize environmental impact." Saving energy also translates to saving money. Excel's interactive cost calculator shows cost cutting along with climate change benefits. TrueNorth's LCA compared the environmental impacts of hand dryers versus paper towel systems by examining all stages of the products' life cycles, "from cradle-to-grave." This includes all material, energy, water and pollutant inputs and outputs. Categories include: Global warming Acidification Smog formation Ozone depletion Fossil depletion Water consumption Presence of carcinogens Ecotoxicity Eutrophication "This backs up what we at Excel Dryer have known for a long time," said Griffing. "Constantly restocking restrooms with paper towels leads to higher costs, more maintenance, waste and potentially more global warming. We're fortunate we can offer a solution." Many companies are striving to meet net-zero goals and must choose building materials that align with sustainability objectives. Hand dryers contribute to these efforts by supporting green building certifications such as LEED and WELL. About Excel Dryer, Dryer is a family-owned and operated company that revolutionized the industry with the invention of the XLERATOR® Hand Dryer, which set a new standard for performance, reliability and customer satisfaction. For more than 50 years, Excel has been manufacturing American-made hand drying solutions that are dependable, cost effective, safe and sustainable. Backed by the best customer service, Excel Dryer products can be purchased through an established network of sales representatives and distributors globally. Learn more about Excel Dryer at View original content to download multimedia: SOURCE Excel Dryer View original content to download multimedia:
Globe and Mail
15-04-2025
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Texas A&M Study Validates Think Energy's Cleaner Fuel Production Technology
Coral Gables, Florida--(Newsfile Corp. - April 15, 2025) - Think Energy is proud to announce that its proprietary fuel production process has been officially validated by a research team at Texas A&M University's Harold Vance Department of Petroleum Engineering, led by Dr. Hamidreza Samouei, a recognized expert in hydrocarbon processing technologies. This validation reinforces the technical credibility of Think Energy's solution for producing diesel fuels from crude oil and condensates, without distillation towers or a traditional refinery process. Think Energy Logo To view an enhanced version of this graphic, please visit: The research, led by Professor Hamidreza, focused on evaluating a better method for producing fuels with significantly reduced sulfur content. Think Energy's process was tested using one of the most challenging feedstocks available and demonstrated a strong ability to desulfurize even the most complex hydrocarbon chains. The results confirm that the process can convert raw feedstock into high quality products with extremely low sulfur content while preserving fuel performance. The findings support Think Energy's addition of marine fuel to its existing bunker and diesel product offerings. In particular, the validation highlights the process's ability to meet MARPOL's international marine fuel sulfur cap of 0.5%, enabling large-scale production of low-sulfur marine fuel. The analysis conducted as part of the study further verified that Think Energy's proprietary technology specifically targets sulfur compounds without damaging essential fuel properties. This study further validates that Think Energy's solution offers a cleaner alternative. The low sulfur capability that has been validated in the Texas A&M study is a strong complement to the CO2 reduction achieved using this technology, which has been previously verified by ISO 14067 certification and a completed Life Cycle Assessment. " This academic validation reinforces what we've seen in millions of gallons of our products - our technology works, even under extreme conditions," said Gregory C. Smith, Executive Chairman of Think Energy. " We're providing a real and cleaner solution for industrial operators who need cost-effective, lower-emission fuels that are ready to deploy." The study's findings support the company's continued expansion in the marine and industrial fuel sectors, where demand for clean and compliant fuels continues to grow. " We're truly excited. A Texas A&M approval doesn't come easily - it's earned through rigorous testing and real-world viability," added Smith. This validation by Texas A&M is more than academic recognition - it positions Think Energy for commercial deployment in the U.S. energy market. The confirmation that the technology works and meets stringent desulfurization requirements creates a clear path for partnerships with major American industrial players. It also enables Think Energy to access available compliance mechanisms and regulatory pathways specific to the U.S., supporting a rapid scale-up of cleaner fuel production for the marine and industrial sectors. Think Energy has already sold millions of gallons of cleaner fuels and continues to expand its global footprint. The company's patented and modular plants can be deployed in just 60 to 90 days, converting crude and condensates into D3 Diesel and F4 Fuel Oil - offering a cleaner, more efficient energy solution for power generation and industrial operations. About Think Energy Think Energy is a fuel processing technology company. The company's proprietary technology converts crude oil and condensates into lower-carbon and low-sulfur bunker and diesel fuels while maintaining fuel efficiency. Technical achievements have been verified through ISO 14067 certification, a completed Life Cycle Assessment, a Texas A&M study and through the experience of millions of gallons produced. Think Energy delivers real-world solutions that reduce carbon and sulfur, lower costs, and provide reliable energy in all markets. The company is reshaping how fuel is produced - cleaner, faster, and smarter. Learn about Think Energy's Reg D offering at
Yahoo
24-03-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
CottonConnect 2024 report shows CO2 savings, green practices expansion
A key finding from the report is drawn from the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), which examined the effects of sustainable farming practices implemented under the REEL Cotton Programme on greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The LCA revealed that by cutting down on chemical fertilisers, lowering water usage, and implementing new irrigation techniques, farmers could achieve a potential 35% reduction in CO2 equivalent emissions. REEL Cotton Programme's achievements for the year 2023-24 include · A reduction of chemical pesticide usage by 21.4% · A 17.5% cutback in chemical fertiliser application · A 21.9% drop in water consumption. The company says that these practices not only safeguard environmental ecosystems but also enhance cotton farmers' incomes through lower input costs and increased crop yields. Reel regenerative CottonConnect has furthered its commitment to regenerative agriculture by establishing the REEL Regenerative Centre of Excellence across various markets in 2022-23 to test and assess the outcome of regenerative cotton farming. This initiative has successfully educated over 250,000 farmers in regenerative techniques, yielding significant environmental improvements in 2023-24. An example from India's REEL Regenerative programme showed a 41% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions when compared to traditional farms. The organisation has reached a milestone by training more than 800,000 farmers to date. The Impact Report 2024 also marks the first inclusion of programme results from Türkiye, reflecting CottonConnect's recent expansion into this new region. Cottonconnect's initiatives on women's empowerment goal For over ten years, CottonConnect has been championing gender and social equality through its Women in Cotton programme. This initiative has empowered over 270,000 women in 2023-24 alone, providing them with essential education in literacy, numeracy, and health and safety. The programme targets 500,000 participants by 2030. Through the Women Climate Change Ambassadors Programme, CottonConnect also trained over 1,200 women farmers in climate-resilient farming methods that maintain yield and profitability while reducing reliance on chemical fertilisers and pesticides. CottonConnect has already met its 2025 goal for complete traceability within the REEL Cotton supply chain ahead of schedule, showcasing its dedication to transparency and sustainable practices. As per the report, the cotton consultancy achieved the target by recording cotton transactions along the supply chain in its own TraceBale software tool. The tool traced 193,468 MT lint cotton in 2023-24. CottonConnect CEO Alison Ward said: 'We have seen first-hand the impact of climate change on some of the most vulnerable in the supply chain, and the time for action has never been more urgent. We now have data that shows the significant potential of our farm level programs in climate change mitigation. We hope to encourage and help others in the textile industry to work on increasing responsible production by supporting smallholder farmers in adopting our REEL practices.' Recently, CottonConnect also published a report that underscores the role played by female cotton farmers in the shift towards sustainable agricultural practices. "CottonConnect 2024 report shows CO2 savings, green practices expansion" was originally created and published by Just Style, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
Yahoo
04-02-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Sonoco's EnviroCan pre-qualifies for How2Recycle labelling
Sonoco's EnviroCan Metal Bottom rigid paper container has been pre-qualified to carry the How2Recycle 'Check Locally' label. The company claims that EnviroCan paper container body is made of 100% recycled fiber, with 90% derived from post-consumer resources, balancing responsible sourcing with safety. The metal bottom end is crafted from recycled steel. The How2Recycle label provides consumers with clear recycling instructions and showcases Sonoco's efforts in developing eco-friendly packaging for global customers. A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) commissioned by the company reveals that recycling a paper container with a steel bottom end can reduce global warming potential by 23.5% compared to landfilling steel. This is primarily due to the reduction in mining for new iron ore. Steel is not only the world's most recycled material, but also a significant component in reducing environmental impact. How2Recycle enables companies to convey the recyclability of their packaging precisely. The system was designed to offer transparent information to consumers in the US and Canada. Sonoco Global Sustainability vice-president Scott Byrne said: 'With the How2Recycle pre-qualification, the EnviroCan solution meets customers' performance expectations while providing quantifiable sustainable improvements. 'It's a smart, reliable choice for brand owners to meet their sustainability goals and help drive the circular economy forward.' Sonoco notes that the EnviroCan Metal Bottom is available in various sizes. GreenBlue is the parent company of How2Recycle, their executive director, Paul Nowak, said: 'With this effort, Sonoco is advancing sustainable packaging by not only improving the recyclability of their packaging but also ensuring that its product's disposal instructions are easily understood by consumers.' In January 2025, Sonoco unveiled its plans to open its first global capability centre in Hyderabad, India. "Sonoco's EnviroCan pre-qualifies for How2Recycle labelling" was originally created and published by Packaging Gateway, a GlobalData owned brand. The information on this site has been included in good faith for general informational purposes only. It is not intended to amount to advice on which you should rely, and we give no representation, warranty or guarantee, whether express or implied as to its accuracy or completeness. You must obtain professional or specialist advice before taking, or refraining from, any action on the basis of the content on our site. Sign in to access your portfolio
