Content tagged with: Waste reduction

86% construction waste cut just the start for developer Townline

Tyler Choi Waste Waste reduction Metro Vancouver Nov. 2 2023

An 86 per cent cut in construction waste that was destined for landfills is only the beginning of the sustainability journey for Vancouver-based developer Townline, which is setting its baselines for next year.

ChopValue raises $7.7M to grow chopstick recycling model

Tyler Choi Waste Waste reduction Metro Vancouver Apr. 3 2023

ChopValue, a Vancouver-based company, is scaling up its microfactory model where single-use chopsticks are turned into recycled wood products like furniture and shelves with the closing of a $7.7-million fundraising round.