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A Legacy of Opportunity: Education and Innovation in Waste Management
Those who’ve been fortunate enough to benefit from inspiring teachers and mentors know the value of experience and education. They’re the ones who’ve walked the…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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Empowering Sustainability through Innovation and Collaboration: The 2024 EREF Auction
Raleigh, NC (March 25, 2024) – The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) is pleased to announce its Annual Charitable Auction for 2024, an event designed…
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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…
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EREF, USCC Release Report on Composting Practices in the U.S.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Raleigh, NC | February 20, 2024 – The Environmental Research & Education Foundation (EREF) has released a new report entitled Composting State of Practice:…
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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…
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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…
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