Advancing the circular economy
Instead of a linear economy—which moves raw materials through manufacturing, distribution, and consumption to create waste—we imagine a circular economy that keeps materials moving through reuse, repair, redistribution, and recycling to preserve natural resources and minimize climate-altering emissions.
Our impact is driven by our core research pillars
EMERGING CONTAMINANTS
ADVANCING MATERIALS CIRCULARITY & RECYCLING
News
July 28, 2024
Renewable energy technologies – like solar panels, wind turbines, and batteries – are expected to grow exponentially in the next few decades. Over a quarter…
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The accumulation of post-consumer textile waste (PCTW) in municipal landfills has emerged as a significant challenge to a more sustainable economy. The Environmental Research and…
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Join us to get an inside look at cutting-edge research on optimizing anaerobic digestion. Learn how this project boosts methane yields and enhances process resilience…
RegisterEREF will hold its 2024 Fall Classic & Networking Event October 9 & 10 at Talking Stick Resort in Scottsdale, AZ. This annual event gathers…
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