Breaking Bonds: A Scholar’s Innovative Approach to PFAS Destruction
The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) is excited to welcome Laura DiGiacomo as 2024’s Lonnie Poole Scholar. Laura’s research on the destruction of per-…
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From Theory to Practice: One Scholar’s Practical Approach to Sustainability
Natalie Vasilivetsky joined the Environmental Research & Education Foundation’s (EREF) latest class of scholars in the fall of 2023. Her academic and professional work in…
Fueling the Energy Transition with Trash
CNN: While the world seeks potential alternatives to Fossil Fuels, the UN estimates that by 2050, 10% of city waste will be used to produce…
With Lithium Ion Battery Use on the Rise, Tips for How to Discard
WGN9 CHICAGO: Lithium-ion batteries are highly flammable and pose a fire hazard not only to our homes but also to recycling and waste facilities. Dr.…
Understanding the Role of Social Norms in Recycling Behavior:
A New York City Study funded by EREF Almost every day, we’re reminded to recycle: from separating paper and plastics at home, to spotting recycling…
From Seattle to Sustainability: One Scholar’s Journey
The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) has just concluded its most recent round of new scholar applications. Since 1992, EREF has furthered the education…
Measuring for Impact: The Critical Role of Accuracy in Landfill Emission Management
Imagine you’re baking a cake – maybe it’s for a birthday, anniversary, or just a sweet tooth craving! Instead of using a single, standardized measuring…
5 Things We Must Do To Inspire The Next Generation About Sustainability And The Environment
AUTHORITY MAGAZINE: Learn from the Source: Tour a recycling facility, compost facility, and a landfill. Research the effort and resources it takes to get food…
Safely Disposing of Old Technology for New Tech after the Holidays
ABC NEWS 7: Tech gifts are the most popular gifts for the holidays, but what do you do with your old tech that won’t leave…
Sustainable Gifting Ideas
CBS NEWS CHICAGO: It’s probably no surprise that waste from shopping bags, wrapping paper, and food increases 25% between Thanksgiving and the New Year. What…