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Brightmark tackles the planet’s most pressing environmental challenges with imagination, optimism, and activity that is making real progress toward a cleaner future. We do this by taking a holistic, closed-loop, circular economy approach that has actual results. Driven by equal parts urgency and optimism, we Reimagine Waste. We deploy circular waste solutions, focused on plastics renewal (circular plastics) and anaerobic digestion (renewable natural gas), that disrupt the status quo and make actual change happen. Our programs are tailored as scalable project solutions that meet specific environmental needs around the world and in communities where people live and work.  

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Brightmark remains committed to the Ashley community with renewed focus on facility’s performance and operations The United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware confirmed that a Brightmark LLC subsidiary was the winning bid to retain its Ashley, Indiana, facility. With the retention, Brightmark will continue to enhance the facility’s operations and performance. Brightmark… Continue reading Brightmark LLC Retains Ashley, Indiana Facility Following Competitive Bidding Process

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With the world feeling like it’s in a constant state of unpredictable flux, the hurdles that sometimes present themselves can feel overwhelming. Whether that feeling stems from tackling complex challenges, navigating changes, or dealing with uncertainty—it can be easy to feel the weight of it all. Yet, in these moments, there is an opportunity to… Continue reading Pushing Through the Weight of it All with a Radical Focus

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Brightmark Fund Holdings is now one of the leading dairy RNG solution providers in the U.S. as it expands its portfolio with new operational projects in Iowa, Michigan, South Dakota, Wisconsin, and Ohio HOUSTON/SAN FRANCISCO (Jan. 16, 2025) – Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC announced today that it has delivered first gas at 10 renewable natural… Continue reading Brightmark RNG Holdings Achieves Landmark First Gas Milestone at 10 Midwest RNG Projects

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“Gratitude unlocks the fullness of life. It turns what we have into enough, and more.”​ – Melody Beattie​ As the year comes to a close, it’s the perfect time for gratitude and counting every blessing, no matter the size or significance. In a world often captivated by the trope of overconsumption during the holidays, it’s… Continue reading The Best Gifts Are the Ones Given

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Single-use plastic pollution is a pressing issue threatening the planet and all its inhabitants. The problem is heightened by the long lifespan of plastic materials, which can take hundreds of years to decompose. As a result, when plastics aren’t recycled, they can accumulate in landfills and the environment. However, there are organizations working diligently to… Continue reading The Alliance to End Plastic Waste is Leading a Global Effort to Combat Plastic Pollution

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With the holiday season quickly approaching, I’ve been reflecting on how consumption tends to skyrocket this time of year. In the modern age, where technology is at our fingertips and the choices are seemingly endless, it’s easy to equate abundance with success—especially in the developed world. Yet, I believe that having and wanting less can… Continue reading Less is More Speaks Volumes

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National parks, hiking trails, and beaches offer a chance to escape the everyday, reconnect with the world, and create lasting memories. However, with enjoyment comes responsibility—the duty to ensure these special places remain undisturbed for everyone to enjoy. Brightmark’s “Leave It Better Than You Found It Guide” empowers you to become an environmental ambassador. Embracing… Continue reading Leave It Better Than You Found It Guide

\n","date":"2024-10-30T10:48:23","slug":"leave-it-better-than-you-found-it-guide","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/leave-it-better-than-you-found-it-guide","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTYzMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Bob-Halloween-Letter-Blog-Header-e1729620839107.jpg","altText":"Kids jumping in the air inside a gymnasium"}},"title":"Let’s Make Waste Less Frightening for the Planet","excerpt":"

Celebrating Halloween is part of enjoying Fall and October. However, a topic often highlighted much less is the waste it generates. The aftermath of this consumption leaves behind an insurmountable amount of waste, including single-use costumes, plastic decorations, and candy wrappers, much of which ends up in landfills and incinerators—two factors contributing to greenhouse gas… Continue reading Let’s Make Waste Less Frightening for the Planet

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From Halloween treats to everyday snacks, candy is prevalent throughout the year, with the average American consuming eight pounds annually. Despite their small size, these colorful pieces of packaging often end up in landfills, contributing to pollution and other waste challenges. Understanding the difficulties of recycling candy wrappers and exploring alternative options can help consumers… Continue reading The Sweet and Sour Truth About Candy Wrappers 

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Jennifer Bakakos has always wanted to be a teacher. She was inspired by helping her mother with various classroom projects, and that passion grew. With the help of the Changing the Tide marine science curriculum, created in partnership with the Guy Harvey Foundation and Ocean First Education, she’s educating the next generation about the importance… Continue reading Teaching the Next Generation of Ocean Conservationists: Interview with Jennifer Bakakos 

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para la escuela secundaria y educa a los estudiantes sobre los impactos de los plásticos y las soluciones para abordar los desechos plásticos.   Área temática + Ciencias de la vida + Ciencias de la Tierra + Diseño de ingeniería   Duración estimada Cinco períodos de 45 minutos.… Continue reading Escuela Secundaria: Contaminación plástica, solución plástica

\n","date":"2024-09-18T08:30:39","slug":"escuela-secundaria-contaminacion-plastica-solucion-plastica","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/escuela-secundaria-contaminacion-plastica-solucion-plastica","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTA1MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Guy-Harvey-Beach-Cleanup-CTD.jpg","altText":"Guy Harvey Beach Cleanup CTD"}},"title":"Brightmark®, Guy Harvey Foundation Announce Translation Of K-12 Marine Science Curriculum into Spanish, Making it More Accessible","excerpt":"

Translation effort aims to expand marine science education and encourage environmental stewardship among Spanish-speaking students San Francisco, CA and Fort Lauderdale, FL, Sept. 17, 2024 – Brightmark, a circular innovations company with a mission to Reimagine Waste®, and the Guy Harvey Foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the marine environment, announced today that their… Continue reading Brightmark®, Guy Harvey Foundation Announce Translation Of K-12 Marine Science Curriculum into Spanish, Making it More Accessible

\n","date":"2024-09-18T05:00:18","slug":"brightmark-guy-harvey-foundation-announce-translation-of-k-12-marine-science-curriculum-into-spanish-making-it-more-accessible","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-guy-harvey-foundation-announce-translation-of-k-12-marine-science-curriculum-into-spanish-making-it-more-accessible","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybTo0MA==","name":"Changing the Tide","slug":"changing-the-tide"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTA0Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Bob-ICCD-FY24.jpg","altText":"Man on the beach holding a bag and cleaning the shore"}},"title":"Any Day is a Great Day to Take Action for the Planet ","excerpt":"

Pursuing environmental solutions across various sectors—from transportation and agriculture to energy and water—is essential for building a brighter future. Alongside developing innovative solutions, it is crucial to embrace the mindset that we can take action today to positively impact tomorrow.  International Coastal Cleanup Day is a shining example of collective action. This global movement unites… Continue reading Any Day is a Great Day to Take Action for the Planet 

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para cualquier grado y educa a los estudiantes sobre la limpieza de plástico y los beneficios asociados con esta actividad.   Plan de lección     Plataforma de diapositivas Esta plataforma de diapositivas es un activo adicional para complementar las enseñanzas del plan de lección. La presentación tiene… Continue reading Limpieza de plásticos en la escuela

\n","date":"2024-09-13T12:47:46","slug":"limpieza-de-plasticos-en-la-escuela","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/limpieza-de-plasticos-en-la-escuela","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTA5NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Community-cleanup-group.jpg","altText":"Community cleanup group"}},"title":"Limpieza comnitaria de plásticos","excerpt":"

Este módulo es para cualquier persona interesada en aprender formas de limpiar su comunidad.   Plan de lección     Plataforma de diapositivas Esta plataforma de diapositivas es un activo adicional para complementar las enseñanzas del plan de lección. La presentación tiene como objetivo aumentar la participación y mejorar la experiencia general.   Descargar

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para quinto grado y educa a los estudiantes sobre el reciclaje avanzado.   Área temática + Ciencia: Compare los procesos de reciclaje de plástico tradicionales y avanzados. + Arte: Colaborar para combinar/curar arte para crear instalaciones para informar a las comunidades sobre los plásticos. + Alfabetización: comunicar sobre… Continue reading Quinto grado: Reciclaje avanzado

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para cuarto grado y educa a los estudiantes sobre el reciclaje.   Área temática + Ciencia: Describir el proceso de reciclaje de plástico e identificar sus limitaciones. + Arte: Interpretar y aplicar elementos unificadores en una obra de arte colaborativa. + Alfabetización: Comunicar sobre el reciclaje de plástico… Continue reading Cuarto grado: Reciclaje

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para tercer grado y educa a los estudiantes sobre los impactos de los plásticos en los humanos y los animales.   Área temática + Ciencia: Describir los impactos de la contaminación plástica en las redes alimentarias. + Arte: Crea arte inspirado en recursos y observaciones de arrecifes de… Continue reading Trecer grado: Impactos de los plásticos en humanos y animales

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para educar a los estudiantes de segundo grado sobre los microplásticos.   Área temática + Ciencia: Observa cómo el calor altera diferentes tipos de plástico. + Arte: Utilizar calor para manipular materiales plásticos y crear esculturas. + Alfabetización: comunicar datos sobre los microplásticos y la contaminación plástica.  … Continue reading Segundo grado: Microplásticos

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para primer grado y enseña a los estudiantes sobre la contaminación plástica.   Área temática + Ciencia: Comparar fortalezas y debilidades de diferentes materiales. + Arte: Experimente con materiales para tomar decisiones artísticas y conectarse con observaciones/investigaciones. + Alfabetización: Comunicar observaciones y opiniones de eventos en secuencia.  … Continue reading Primer grado: Contaminación por plástico

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Este plan de estudios está diseñado específicamente para el jardín de infantes y enseña a los estudiantes cómo clasificar plásticos.   Área temática + Ciencia: Estrategias para reducir el impacto humano en el medio ambiente + Arte: Identificar los materiales necesarios para crear arte influenciado por el aprendizaje de la natualeza. + Alfabetización: Comunicar información… Continue reading Kinder: Clasificando Plásticos

\n","date":"2024-09-13T08:33:19","slug":"kinder-clasificando-plasticos","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/kinder-clasificando-plasticos","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTA2Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/ICCD-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Arial view of ocean waves breaking."}},"title":"Ways You Can Get Involved Before International Coastal Cleanup Day","excerpt":"

International Coastal Cleanup Day (ICCD) is a global event dedicated to preserving marine environments. Held annually on the third Saturday of September, it brings volunteers worldwide together to clean up coastal areas, beaches, and waterways. This initiative is crucial because it helps highlight and mitigate pollution’s harmful effects on marine ecosystems. International Coastal Cleanup Day… Continue reading Ways You Can Get Involved Before International Coastal Cleanup Day

\n","date":"2024-09-12T14:28:36","slug":"ways-you-can-get-involved-before-international-coastal-cleanup-day","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/ways-you-can-get-involved-before-international-coastal-cleanup-day","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybTo0MA==","name":"Changing the Tide","slug":"changing-the-tide"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTA2MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Plastics-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"A hand sorting plastic caps"}},"title":"Recycling Toward a Brighter Future: Highlighting the Innovation of Can I Recycle This","excerpt":"

With various types of materials making up the products in circulation for recycling, it can be complex to navigate proper waste disposal. Recycling guidelines often differ by municipality, and conflicting information can leave individuals wondering: “Can this be recycled?” This uncertainty can lead to contamination of recycling streams, reducing the effectiveness of recycling programs and… Continue reading Recycling Toward a Brighter Future: Highlighting the Innovation of Can I Recycle This

\n","date":"2024-09-12T11:33:55","slug":"recycling-toward-a-brighter-future-highlighting-the-innovation-of-can-i-recycle-this","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/recycling-toward-a-brighter-future-highlighting-the-innovation-of-can-i-recycle-this","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTAzMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Ocean-Plastics-Leadership-Network-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Ocean Plastics Leadership Network Blog Header"}},"title":"Turning the Tide: How The Ocean Plastics Leadership Network is Collaborating Toward a Solution for Plastic Pollution in the Ocean","excerpt":"

The world’s oceans are facing an unprecedented crisis: plastic pollution. Plastic waste makes up 80% of all marine pollution, and researchers believe plastic will outweigh all the fish in the sea by 2050. This pervasive problem threatens marine life, ecosystems, and even human health. Amidst the growing concern, the Ocean Plastics Leadership Network (OPLN) is… Continue reading Turning the Tide: How The Ocean Plastics Leadership Network is Collaborating Toward a Solution for Plastic Pollution in the Ocean

\n","date":"2024-09-05T11:39:25","slug":"turning-the-tide-how-the-ocean-plastics-leadership-network-is-collaborating-toward-a-solution-for-plastic-pollution-in-the-ocean","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/turning-the-tide-how-the-ocean-plastics-leadership-network-is-collaborating-toward-a-solution-for-plastic-pollution-in-the-ocean","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDk5NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Surthy-Cooks-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Surthy Cooks Blog Header"}},"title":"How Food Influencer Surthy Cooks is Leading the Fight Against Food Waste","excerpt":"

Approximately one-third of all food produced globally is wasted annually—equivalent to about 1.3 billion tons. This contributes significantly to greenhouse gas emissions—if food goes to the landfill and rots, it produces methane—contributing significantly to climate change. In a world where millions face hunger, such waste is staggering. However, there are those acting as a beacon… Continue reading How Food Influencer Surthy Cooks is Leading the Fight Against Food Waste

\n","date":"2024-08-21T14:09:55","slug":"how-food-influencer-surthy-cooks-is-leading-the-fight-against-food-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/how-food-influencer-surthy-cooks-is-leading-the-fight-against-food-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTE2Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/10/Kids-Running-on-Beach-e1728438313209.jpg","altText":"Kids Running on Beach"}},"title":"Our river, our responsibility: Keeping waterways clean mad libs","excerpt":"

Empowering and educating the next generation of changemakers is imperative for creating lasting change and positive environmental impacts. Our mad libs, made with California educators, encourage children (and adults) to think carefully about how pollution impacts rivers and oceans and ways to work together to prevent it. This free resource can be downloaded, printed, and… Continue reading Our river, our responsibility: Keeping waterways clean mad libs

\n","date":"2024-08-01T08:00:06","slug":"our-river-our-responsibility-keeping-waterways-clean-mad-libs","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/our-river-our-responsibility-keeping-waterways-clean-mad-libs","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDg2Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Sorting-Plastic.jpg","altText":"Sorting Plastic"}},"title":"Reimagining Waste: The Benefits of Recycling Plastic Waste","excerpt":"

Although humans have been recycling for a long time, the idea of recycling as beneficial to the environment is relatively new. During the Great Depression, reuse ran rampant, as families reused biscuit containers as lunch boxes and the fabric from flour sacks to create clothing. It was partly born out of necessity, but it was… Continue reading Reimagining Waste: The Benefits of Recycling Plastic Waste

\n","date":"2024-07-31T08:00:47","slug":"reimagining-waste-the-benefits-of-recycling-plastic-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/reimagining-waste-the-benefits-of-recycling-plastic-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDg4Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Bob-and-Carey-Lewis-Salvage.jpg","altText":"Bob and Carey Lewis Salvage"}},"title":"Brightmark® Collaborates with Lewis Salvage to Improve Healthcare Plastics Recyclability","excerpt":"

The strategic partnership aims to reduce landfill waste by recycling mixed plastics from medical implants and devices and turning them into the building blocks for new, circular plastics WARSAW, Ind. — Brightmark LLC, a circular innovations company with a mission to Reimagine Waste®, announced today its strategic partnership with Lewis Salvage, an independently-owned recycling company… Continue reading Brightmark® Collaborates with Lewis Salvage to Improve Healthcare Plastics Recyclability

\n","date":"2024-07-30T05:00:24","slug":"brightmark-collaborates-with-lewis-salvage-to-improve-healthcare-plastics-recyclability","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-collaborates-with-lewis-salvage-to-improve-healthcare-plastics-recyclability","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDg3MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/Thomaston-IDA-Board-Group-Photo.jpg","altText":"Thomaston IDA Board Group Photo"}},"title":"IDA Members, County Officials Tour Brightmark","excerpt":"

This article was originally featured in the Upson Beacon. You can view it here. Pictured: Upson County Manager Jason Tinsley, Thomaston Assistant City Manager and Thomaston-Upson Industrial Development Authority Vice Chair Lonnie Joyce, IDA Chair Chase Fallin, IDA member Jennifer Rogers, and IDA Executive Director Slade Gulledge stand in front of recycled plastic materials with… Continue reading IDA Members, County Officials Tour Brightmark

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I love being part of the global spectacle of watching the world’s best athletes push the boundaries of physical human potential during the Olympics. The Olympics also remind me of the importance of setting ambitious goals and meticulously planning for success. This spirit of dedication extends beyond athletics; it’s a cornerstone for tackling the environmental… Continue reading Going for Gold: Why Sustainability Plans are Integral for a Brighter Future

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At Brightmark, we believe there’s inherent value in investing in many sustainable practices to create a world without waste.   In this guide, developed in tandem with Rêve En Verte, we’ll explain: The ethos behind regenerative agriculture Regenerative agriculture’s value to the planet and communities Provide practical tips and guidance for developing regenerative agricultural practices… Continue reading A guide to regenerative agriculture

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As people immerse themselves in Plastic Free July’s environmental movement, communities worldwide unite to champion sustainable living practices, reduce plastic waste, and explore innovative recycling strategies. Humanity’s path to a more sustainable world involves supporting initiatives like Plastic Free July while developing sustainable recycling methods for essential plastics. Reducing unnecessary plastic consumption (particularly single-use) is… Continue reading Creating a World Without (Plastic) Waste: Embracing Plastic Free July

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The LGBTQIA+ community is bringing powerful energy to the fight for a healthy planet. This Pride Month, we’re spotlighting three incredible environmental groups. These champions for the planet are redefining the narrative of environmental activism and carving out a unique path toward a sustainable future where every voice is heard and every individual is empowered… Continue reading Cultivating Community: Pioneering Change: Eco-Conscious LGBTQIA+ Organizations Leading in Environmental Advocacy

\n","date":"2024-06-15T08:00:58","slug":"cultivating-community-pioneering-change-eco-conscious-lgbtqia-organizations-leading-in-environmental-advocacy","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/cultivating-community-pioneering-change-eco-conscious-lgbtqia-organizations-leading-in-environmental-advocacy","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDcyMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Bob-on-NOAA-Boat.jpg","altText":"Man and woman on a boat in the ocean"}},"title":"Celebrate the Oceans Today and Every Day","excerpt":"

“No water, no life. No blue, no green.” – Dr. Sylvia Earle Today is World Oceans Day, dedicated to a powerful global call to action: to recognize the incredible value that the oceans bring to our lives and the urgent need to protect them. The oceans are the planet’s life force, covering over 70% of… Continue reading Celebrate the Oceans Today and Every Day

\n","date":"2024-06-08T05:00:54","slug":"celebrate-the-oceans-today-and-every-day","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/celebrate-the-oceans-today-and-every-day","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybTo0MA==","name":"Changing the Tide","slug":"changing-the-tide"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDczNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/World-Oceans-Day-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Ocean wave with land in the background"}},"title":"Dive Into Dining: Why Ocean-Friendly Restaurants Matter","excerpt":"

Plastics that aren’t properly recycled affect marine ecosystems and wildlife, contributing 11 million metric tons of plastic waste into the ocean annually. The impact of this goes beyond marine life—some plastics contain harmful chemicals that can transfer from containers, utensils, and straws directly into consumers’ food. A wave of change is rising to combat this… Continue reading Dive Into Dining: Why Ocean-Friendly Restaurants Matter

\n","date":"2024-06-07T16:02:22","slug":"dive-into-dining-why-ocean-friendly-restaurants-matter","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/dive-into-dining-why-ocean-friendly-restaurants-matter","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDc2OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Food-Waste-Appliances.jpg","altText":"Food Waste Appliances"}},"title":"Optimizing Appliances to Minimize Food Waste","excerpt":"

This feature was originally published on Porch Warranty. See the feature here. Food waste is a global issue with significant environmental, economic, and social consequences. In the United States alone, up to 40% of the food supply goes uneaten, amounting to approximately 63 million tons of food waste yearly. This waste contributes to greenhouse gas… Continue reading Optimizing Appliances to Minimize Food Waste

\n","date":"2024-06-07T08:00:08","slug":"optimizing-appliances-to-minimize-food-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/optimizing-appliances-to-minimize-food-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDY3Mg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Country-Meadow-Elementary.jpg","altText":"Kids in vests jumping in the air"}},"title":"Brightmark Partners with Country Meadow Elementary in Ashley, Indiana, to create a world without waste","excerpt":"

Students divert nearly 3,000 pounds of plastic waste from landfills and the environment during first year of recycling program Ashley, Ind. – Brightmark LLC, a circular innovations company with a mission to Reimagine Waste®, has teamed up with Country Meadow Elementary School in Ashley, Indiana to develop a first-of-its-kind recycling program to educate students about… Continue reading Brightmark Partners with Country Meadow Elementary in Ashley, Indiana, to create a world without waste

\n","date":"2024-06-04T05:00:39","slug":"brightmark-partners-with-country-meadow-elementary-in-ashley-indiana-to-create-a-world-without-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-partners-with-country-meadow-elementary-in-ashley-indiana-to-create-a-world-without-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDcxNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Pattie-Gonia-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Drag queen holding a Pride flag in the mountains"}},"title":"Cultivating Community: How Pattie Gonia is Shaping a More Inclusive Climate Movement","excerpt":"

Photo credit: Samuel Crossley Copyright: © 2022 Samuel Crossley Media, LLC Pattie Gonia isn’t a typical environmental activist. This electrifying drag queen is taking the climate movement by storm, all while rocking fabulous wigs and sequined gowns. Beneath the dazzling persona is Wyn Wiley, a passionate environmentalist who’s redefining what it means to be an… Continue reading Cultivating Community: How Pattie Gonia is Shaping a More Inclusive Climate Movement

\n","date":"2024-06-01T08:00:30","slug":"cultivating-community-how-pattie-gonia-is-shaping-a-more-inclusive-climate-movement","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/cultivating-community-how-pattie-gonia-is-shaping-a-more-inclusive-climate-movement","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDU5OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Drawdown-Georgia-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Different images showing environmental progress being made in Georgia"}},"title":"Brightmark Joins Drawdown Georgia Business Compact, Contributing to Statewide Recycling and Climate Action Efforts","excerpt":"

Atlanta, Ga. – The Drawdown Georgia Business Compact announced the inclusion of Brightmark as the newest member of the initiative to advance statewide decarbonization. Brightmark, a circular innovation company with a mission to Reimagine Waste, joins forces with like-minded industry leaders committed to collaborative climate action in Georgia. The Drawdown Georgia Business Compact, a state-wide… Continue reading Brightmark Joins Drawdown Georgia Business Compact, Contributing to Statewide Recycling and Climate Action Efforts

\n","date":"2024-05-14T05:00:42","slug":"brightmark-joins-drawdown-georgia-business-compact-contributing-to-statewide-recycling-and-climate-action-efforts","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-joins-drawdown-georgia-business-compact-contributing-to-statewide-recycling-and-climate-action-efforts","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDQ2Mg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Climate-Cafes-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"A coffee cup on a table next to a plant."}},"title":"Cultivating Community: Climate Cafés are Starting Conversations and Brewing Climate Action","excerpt":"

Emerging around the late 2010s, Climate Cafés are created in response to growing anxiety and helplessness surrounding the climate crisis. They offer a much-needed space for open and honest conversations, allowing individuals to express fears, frustrations, and uncertainties in a supportive environment. The purpose of Climate Cafés is twofold—fostering connection and inspiring action. They help… Continue reading Cultivating Community: Climate Cafés are Starting Conversations and Brewing Climate Action

\n","date":"2024-05-07T14:53:24","slug":"cultivating-community-climate-cafes-are-starting-conversations-and-brewing-climate-action","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/cultivating-community-climate-cafes-are-starting-conversations-and-brewing-climate-action","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDYwOQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Caleb-Stokes-Blog.jpg","altText":"Caleb Stokes Blog"}},"title":"Making a Mark: Caleb Stokes Looks for Direction While Moving Forward","excerpt":"

One of Caleb Stokes’ defining moments in his life came when he was just nine years old. His father, who cared about giving Caleb a proper cinematic education, took Caleb to see The Exorcist in the movie theater. While most kids his age would have buried their faces in their parent’s shoulders, Caleb was enthralled—so… Continue reading Making a Mark: Caleb Stokes Looks for Direction While Moving Forward

\n","date":"2024-05-01T08:00:29","slug":"making-a-mark-caleb-stokes-looks-for-direction-while-moving-forward","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/making-a-mark-caleb-stokes-looks-for-direction-while-moving-forward","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTUzMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/cat.jpg","altText":"cat"}},"title":"Making a Mark: Brightmark Employee was Born for This","excerpt":"

Cat MacGregor’s origin story is one you might find on The Hallmark Channel or in a Lifetime movie, not necessarily in the pages of a blog. But everyone has a story to tell, and Cat is no different. Before Cat was merely a twinkle in her mother’s eye, her father traveled a lot for work,… Continue reading Making a Mark: Brightmark Employee was Born for This

\n","date":"2024-05-01T06:00:24","slug":"making-a-mark-brightmark-employee-was-born-for-this","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/making-a-mark-brightmark-employee-was-born-for-this","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDU1NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Reinventing-Recycling-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Plastic waste on a blue background"}},"title":"Reinventing Recycling: A feature documentary","excerpt":"

With the U.S. recycling system teetering on the point of collapse, and a global plastic pollution crisis on the horizon, a group of determined scientists and engineers engage in a race to rescue recycling. Reinventing Recycling is a feature documentary that peels back the layers of the waste problem and shares the stories of those… Continue reading Reinventing Recycling: A feature documentary

\n","date":"2024-04-30T15:26:39","slug":"reinventing-recycling-a-feature-documentary","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/reinventing-recycling-a-feature-documentary","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDIwMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Blog-Header-ArborDay.png","altText":"Trees in the forest with sun shining through"}},"title":"Getting Involved During National Arbor Day","excerpt":"

National Arbor Day, observed annually on the last Friday of April, is a pivotal reminder of trees’ crucial role in the larger ecosystem. It’s a call to appreciate the trees that enrich humanity’s lives, understand the threats trees face, and actively participate in preserving and propagating trees.   A Rooted History The story of National… Continue reading Getting Involved During National Arbor Day

\n","date":"2024-04-26T05:00:06","slug":"getting-involved-during-national-arbor-day","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/getting-involved-during-national-arbor-day","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDUzOA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/A9A8618-scaled.jpg","altText":"Man walking through plastics facility"}},"title":"Plastic recycling company plans $1 billion investment in Georgia","excerpt":"

This article was originally featured in the Atlanta Journal-Constitution. See the original feature here.  Brightmark plans huge facility to convert plastic waste into the materials to make new plastic By J. Scott Trubey A California company on Tuesday announced plans to invest nearly $1 billion in Middle Georgia to build a factory that will take… Continue reading Plastic recycling company plans $1 billion investment in Georgia

\n","date":"2024-04-23T13:00:44","slug":"plastic-recycling-company-plans-1-billion-investment-in-georgia","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/plastic-recycling-company-plans-1-billion-investment-in-georgia","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDYyNQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/Bob-Plastic-Bales-Photo.jpg","altText":"Man walking in recycling facility"}},"title":"Creating a Bright(er) Future with Georgia","excerpt":"

It’s said that home is where the heart is. That feeling for me couldn’t be more true as Brightmark prepares to open its next circularity center right here in Georgia. As a child growing up in Georgia, I spent a lot of time in my grandmother’s garden, learning about the world and our place in… Continue reading Creating a Bright(er) Future with Georgia

\n","date":"2024-04-23T08:00:56","slug":"creating-a-brighter-future-with-georgia","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/creating-a-brighter-future-with-georgia","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDM1OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Thomaston-PR-Header-e1713897101512.jpg","altText":"Thomaston PR Header"}},"title":"Brightmark Announces Intent to Invest $950 million in Upson County, Georgia to Tackle Plastic Pollution","excerpt":"

New Flagship Plastics Circularity Center in Thomaston, Georgia, to Establish Region as a Center for Environmental Excellence Of the total investment, $20M will be dedicated to ancillary local infrastructure, including utilities, roads, rail access, and other resources to operationalize the business and positively impact the local economy and tax base. Brightmark has been a Level… Continue reading Brightmark Announces Intent to Invest $950 million in Upson County, Georgia to Tackle Plastic Pollution

\n","date":"2024-04-23T03:00:13","slug":"brightmark-announces-intent-to-invest-950-million-in-upson-county-georgia-to-tackle-plastic-pollution","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-announces-intent-to-invest-950-million-in-upson-county-georgia-to-tackle-plastic-pollution","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDQ5Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Bob-Powell-INC-4.jpg","altText":"A group of men in a recycling facility"}},"title":"INC-4: Working Together to Address Plastic Pollution","excerpt":"

At Brightmark, we envision a world where everyone Reimagines Waste and the upcoming Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4)  is taking a critical step toward that future. Plastic pollution is a global issue demanding a global solution, and no single nation, company, or organization can tackle it alone. The fourth session of the INC-4 presents a critical… Continue reading INC-4: Working Together to Address Plastic Pollution

\n","date":"2024-04-19T08:00:38","slug":"inc-4-working-together-to-address-plastic-pollution","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/inc-4-working-together-to-address-plastic-pollution","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDM3MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Arizona-Saguaro-Cacti.jpg","altText":"Arizona Saguaro Cacti"}},"title":"Brightmark® RNG Holdings Completes Eloy Development, Launching Renewable Natural Gas Production in the US Southwest","excerpt":"

SAN FRANCISCO – April 10, 2024 – Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC announces the opening of its Eloy Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) center, which will produce RNG from dairy manure using anaerobic digestion technology. The project brings this innovative renewable fuel technology to the Southwestern US. This development marks the beginning of a new phase of… Continue reading Brightmark® RNG Holdings Completes Eloy Development, Launching Renewable Natural Gas Production in the US Southwest

\n","date":"2024-04-10T05:00:11","slug":"brightmarkⓡ-rng-holdings-completes-eloy-development-launching-renewable-natural-gas-production-in-the-us-southwest","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmarkⓡ-rng-holdings-completes-eloy-development-launching-renewable-natural-gas-production-in-the-us-southwest","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDQxNA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/Community-Garden-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"People in a garden working"}},"title":"Cultivating Community: How to Start a Community Garden","excerpt":"

Community gardens are vibrant, blossoming areas built and maintained by a collaborative effort within a community. The importance of community gardens goes far beyond aesthetics. They offer increased access to fresh fruits and vegetables, particularly in areas where grocery stores are scarce. Community gardens also foster a sense of connection among neighbors, providing a platform… Continue reading Cultivating Community: How to Start a Community Garden

\n","date":"2024-04-09T13:38:15","slug":"cultivating-community-how-to-start-a-community-garden","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/cultivating-community-how-to-start-a-community-garden","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDM2Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Bob-Picking-up-Trash-on-Beach-e1712592911927.jpg","altText":"Man picking up trash on a beach"}},"title":"Earth Month Should be Every Month","excerpt":"

I am thrilled to celebrate another Earth Month with the Brightmark gang and reflect on this beautiful planet’s incredible importance. Earth Month reminds me that we all have a role, and every effort makes a difference—no matter how small. It takes us all to get involved and create a brighter future for the generations of… Continue reading Earth Month Should be Every Month

\n","date":"2024-04-08T06:00:08","slug":"earth-month-should-be-every-month","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/earth-month-should-be-every-month","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDE4OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Georgia-Tech-Building-SPE-e1710355887136.jpg","altText":"Georgia Tech Building SPE"}},"title":"SPE Foundation and Brightmark® Announce First-Of-Its-Kind Scholarship Fund for Georgia Tech Students","excerpt":"

The innovative scholarship from the SPE Foundation and Brightmark meets students’ prolonged interest in plastics sustainability and circularity while addressing the workforce shortage by supporting students seeking careers in the field. DANBURY, CT– March 12, 2024: The SPE Foundation is proud to announce the establishment of the Brightmark Scholarship in Plastics Circularity endowment. In collaboration… Continue reading SPE Foundation and Brightmark® Announce First-Of-Its-Kind Scholarship Fund for Georgia Tech Students

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Climate change is a crucial challenge that many are diligently working to combat. I’m continually inspired by the men and women (at Brightmark and elsewhere) that I see paving a path toward a brighter future.  I am particularly excited to see so many women at the forefront of the battle against climate change. From grassroots… Continue reading Women are Bold and Bright 

\n","date":"2024-03-06T11:23:50","slug":"women-are-bold-and-bright","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/women-are-bold-and-bright","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDE1NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/March-Blog-Header-Image—Leah-Penniman.jpg","altText":"March Blog Header Image—Leah Penniman"}},"title":"Bold & Bright: Nourishing Communities and Improving the Food System ","excerpt":"

Driven by a passion for social justice and land, Leah Penniman wears many hats. A farmer, mother, and champion of food equity, she co-founded Soul Fire Farm in 2010 to dismantle racism in the food system and reconnect people to their ancestral roots. Leah leads programs empowering Black and Brown farmers, provides affordable food access… Continue reading Bold & Bright: Nourishing Communities and Improving the Food System 

\n","date":"2024-03-05T13:47:45","slug":"bold-bright-nourishing-communities-and-improving-the-food-system","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bold-bright-nourishing-communities-and-improving-the-food-system","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDE1MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/March-Blog-Header-Image—Sarah-Kauss.jpg","altText":"March Blog Header Image—Sarah Kauss"}},"title":"Bold & Bright: Meet the Woman Trailblazing in the Circular Economy","excerpt":"

As Women’s History Month celebrations begin, Brightmark believes in spotlighting the bold and bright women making remarkable strides for the environment through their actions. Among these innovators is Sarah Kauss, the founder of S’well, who has made a significant impact on the circular economy.   Get to Know Sarah Kauss Kauss’s journey began in 2010… Continue reading Bold & Bright: Meet the Woman Trailblazing in the Circular Economy

\n","date":"2024-03-04T08:45:50","slug":"bold-bright-meet-the-woman-trailblazing-in-the-circular-economy","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bold-bright-meet-the-woman-trailblazing-in-the-circular-economy","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDAzMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/March-Blog-Header-Image—Dr.-Camp-and-Amon-e1709570116547.jpg","altText":"Woman diving in coral reefs"}},"title":"Bold & Bright: Meet the Women Leading Conservation Efforts for Coral Reefs","excerpt":"

Coral reefs, often called the rainforests of the sea, are among the planet’s most diverse and valuable ecosystems. They provide habitat for countless marine species, support fisheries that feed millions of people, and protect coastlines from erosion and storm damage. However, these vital ecosystems face unprecedented threats from climate change, pollution, overfishing, and habitat destruction.… Continue reading Bold & Bright: Meet the Women Leading Conservation Efforts for Coral Reefs

\n","date":"2024-03-04T08:28:37","slug":"bold-bright-meet-the-women-leading-conservation-efforts-for-coral-reefs","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bold-bright-meet-the-women-leading-conservation-efforts-for-coral-reefs","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTkzMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/Black_Farmers_BHM-e1707335055831.jpg","altText":"Black Farmers BHM"}},"title":"Bold & Bright: Sowing the Seeds of Justice—The National Black Farmers Association and Their Fight for Equitable Agriculture","excerpt":"

To take a stand against injustices and speak up for historically disenfranchised groups takes a bold, bright, and courageous catalyst. In the fertile fields of American agriculture, a story of struggle and resilience takes root. It’s the story of the National Black Farmers Association (NBFA), a beacon of hope for Black farmers who have faced… Continue reading Bold & Bright: Sowing the Seeds of Justice—The National Black Farmers Association and Their Fight for Equitable Agriculture

\n","date":"2024-02-06T13:47:12","slug":"bold-bright-sowing-the-seeds-of-justice-the-national-black-farmers-association-and-their-fight-for-equitable-agriculture","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bold-bright-sowing-the-seeds-of-justice-the-national-black-farmers-association-and-their-fight-for-equitable-agriculture","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTg1Ng==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/dr_ayana_elizabeth_johnson-e1707166056522.jpg","altText":"Dr Ayana Elizabeth Johnson"}},"title":"Bold & Bright: Spotlighting a Black Leader Championing Environmental and Social Justice","excerpt":"

Photo credit: TED Talk – ‘A Love Story for the Coral Reef Crisis’ – 2019 – Credit: Ryan Lash. Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson’s story is one of defying expectations and redefining the boundaries of environmentalism. It’s a testament to the power of community, the ingenuity of urban solutions, and the unwavering belief that even in… Continue reading Bold & Bright: Spotlighting a Black Leader Championing Environmental and Social Justice

\n","date":"2024-02-05T12:38:34","slug":"bold-and-bright-spotlighting-a-black-leader-championing-environmental-and-social-justice","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bold-and-bright-spotlighting-a-black-leader-championing-environmental-and-social-justice","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTg1Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/bhm_blog_features-scaled-e1707165726949.jpg","altText":"Black-owned businesses"}},"title":"Bold & Bright: Black Brilliance in Bloom—Celebrating Eco-Conscious Black-Owned Businesses ","excerpt":"

As Black History Month begins, it’s critical to recognize the remarkable achievements of the past and celebrate the incredible work being accomplished in the present. This year, we’re spotlighting environmentally-conscious, Black-owned businesses. These pioneers are forging a path toward a more sustainable future and redefining what it means to make bold moves that make the… Continue reading Bold & Bright: Black Brilliance in Bloom—Celebrating Eco-Conscious Black-Owned Businesses 

\n","date":"2024-02-05T12:27:07","slug":"bold-bright-black-brilliance-in-bloom-celebrating-eco-conscious-black-owned-businesses","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bold-bright-black-brilliance-in-bloom-celebrating-eco-conscious-black-owned-businesses","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDE1OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Nicole-Whitelaw-SF-Pride-Parade.jpg","altText":"Nicole Whitelaw SF Pride Parade"}},"title":"Making a Mark: Nicole Whitelaw Takes Leap of Faith for Personal & Professional Growth","excerpt":"

Nicole Whitelaw wasn’t familiar with Brightmark and its work before she stumbled across it during a job search. However, after doing some research to learn more about Brightmark’s mission, it became apparent that her beliefs matched those of the company and that it would be worth pursuing a career. So Nicole took a leap of… Continue reading Making a Mark: Nicole Whitelaw Takes Leap of Faith for Personal & Professional Growth

\n","date":"2024-02-01T08:00:39","slug":"making-a-mark-nicole-whitelaw-takes-leap-of-faith-for-personal-professional-growth","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/making-a-mark-nicole-whitelaw-takes-leap-of-faith-for-personal-professional-growth","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTU4NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Bob-at-Caballero-e1705950470107.jpg","altText":"Man walking at dairy farm"}},"title":"It’s Coming Full Circle ","excerpt":"

“Life is a circle. The end of one journey is just the beginning of the next.” — Joseph M. Marshall III As the new year begins, I feel a sense of optimism and excitement for what’s to come in 2024—various milestones set by Brightmark are coming to fruition. This hasn’t come without its fair share… Continue reading It’s Coming Full Circle 

\n","date":"2024-01-22T10:59:04","slug":"its-coming-full-circle","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/its-coming-full-circle","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTUwNg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Candace-R-Headshot-GA.jpg","altText":"Candace R Headshot GA"}},"title":"Making a Mark: A Career Built Around Circularity ","excerpt":"

Considering Candace Rutherford’s role at Brightmark, it’s ironic that she considers her career to have come full circle since starting in the plastics recycling industry two decades ago. But that’s exactly how she describes it when discussing her career. “When I started working for one of the largest plastic scrap recycling companies in the country,… Continue reading Making a Mark: A Career Built Around Circularity 

\n","date":"2024-01-16T15:26:38","slug":"making-a-mark-a-career-built-around-circularity","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/making-a-mark-a-career-built-around-circularity","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MDA1NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/Houston-Texas-Skyline.jpg","altText":"Houston Texas Skyline"}},"title":"Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Houston, Texas","excerpt":"

Welcome to Houston, Texas—a vibrant city that blends urban excitement with natural beauty, offering various options for the environmentally conscious traveler. From sustainable hotels to locally sourced dining, Houston has something for everyone while minimizing their environmental footprint. Get ready to explore the stars of Space City.   Lowering your footprint: Getting here and getting… Continue reading Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Houston, Texas

\n","date":"2024-01-01T14:05:16","slug":"look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-houston-texas","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-houston-texas","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTMzMg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Pine-tree-branch.jpg","altText":"Pine tree branch"}},"title":"‘Tis the Season for Less Waste","excerpt":"

The holiday season often brings an influx of waste from gift wrapping, food, travel, and discarded decorations. This year, get creative about cutting down on waste! Here are unique ways to unwaste the holiday season:   Gift Plants Instead of giving yet another knick-knack, give a potted plant or herb garden. Try to choose low-maintenance… Continue reading ‘Tis the Season for Less Waste

\n","date":"2023-12-05T07:09:23","slug":"tis-the-season-for-less-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/tis-the-season-for-less-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTMxOQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Group-giving-back.jpg","altText":"Group giving back"}},"title":"Merry and Bright: Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season","excerpt":"

It’s that time of year to give thanks and look for ways to help those less fortunate and give back—whether through food donations or helping make the holidays more magical. If you’re feeling called to give back and want to spread holiday cheer, we’ve compiled a thoughtful list of local organizations that may align with… Continue reading Merry and Bright: Ways to Give Back This Holiday Season

\n","date":"2023-11-28T14:21:24","slug":"merry-and-bright-ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/merry-and-bright-ways-to-give-back-this-holiday-season","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTI5OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Chris-Hillary-at-Facility.jpg","altText":"Army veteran at facility"}},"title":"Making a Mark: Army Vet Finds Goodness Plentiful at Brightmark","excerpt":"

Work brings a renewed sense of shareable purpose Chris Hillary just wanted to improve himself. So when the Army came calling, Chris answered. While living in Colorado, Chris picked up and joined the Army, where he was stationed in Texas. Chris was in the military for nearly nine years, including two tours of duty in… Continue reading Making a Mark: Army Vet Finds Goodness Plentiful at Brightmark

\n","date":"2023-11-16T13:02:43","slug":"making-a-mark-army-vet-finds-goodness-plentiful-at-brightmark","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/making-a-mark-army-vet-finds-goodness-plentiful-at-brightmark","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTE3NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Bob-RecycleForce-Veterans-Day-e1699726986800.jpg","altText":"Bob RecycleForce Veterans Day"}},"title":"There is Selflessness in Service ","excerpt":"

I was fortunate to attend RecycleForce’s Veterans Day open house—touring their new electronic waste recycling facility in Sherman Park. It is inspiring to see the significant progress RecycleForce continues to make for both the community and the environment through its mission-first business approach and dedication to service leadership.   I want to express my gratitude for… Continue reading There is Selflessness in Service 

\n","date":"2023-11-11T09:46:25","slug":"there-is-selflessness-in-service","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/there-is-selflessness-in-service","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTE3MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/Ocean-First-Institute-Group-e1699288259671.jpg","altText":"Ocean First Institute Group"}},"title":"It Takes A Group(er) ","excerpt":"

Goliath groupers are magical creatures. As the name suggests, these fish are humongous, growing up to eight feet in length and tipping the scales at nearly 800 pounds. Seeing one in person takes your breath away and leaves you marveling at these magnificent creatures. In September, I was fortunate enough to accompany Dr. Chris Malinowski… Continue reading It Takes A Group(er) 

\n","date":"2023-11-03T12:39:10","slug":"it-takes-a-grouper","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/it-takes-a-grouper","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTA5MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/EcoProducts.jpg","altText":"Biodegradable products"}},"title":"Ways to Create a World Without Waste: Biodegradable Products for Consumers","excerpt":"

As humanity continues to generate waste that will inevitably end up in landfills and the natural environment, the importance of biodegradable consumer products becomes more vital. Plastic never biodegrades—it just breaks down into smaller and smaller pieces, resulting in an accumulation of microplastics that may eventually make their way into our bodies. Keep reading to… Continue reading Ways to Create a World Without Waste: Biodegradable Products for Consumers

\n","date":"2023-10-16T09:03:42","slug":"ways-to-create-a-world-without-waste-biodegradable-products-for-consumers","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/ways-to-create-a-world-without-waste-biodegradable-products-for-consumers","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTA1Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Joe-Atkinson-in-Field.jpg","altText":"Joe Atkinson in Field"}},"title":"Making a Mark: Reimagining Safety Started Close to Home","excerpt":"

Brightmark employee works with mom in mind When the proverbial you-know-what hits the fan, those born and raised in the City of Brotherly Love have been known to do whatever it takes to ensure they stay strong for themselves and their family. Brightmark employee Joe Atkinson fits this Philadelphia vibe perfectly. When Joe was 12,… Continue reading Making a Mark: Reimagining Safety Started Close to Home

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The Miami Herald Written by Ashley Miznazi At barn No. 5 at the Larson Dairy farm just north of Lake Okeechobee, a line of cows pump out milk bound for grocery stores shelves and family refrigerators across Florida. Being cows, they are also producing a steady supply of something else — manure, a lot of… Continue reading Producing power from cow poop: A Florida dairy aims to reduce climate impact of cattle

\n","date":"2023-09-26T12:10:44","slug":"producing-power-from-cow-poop","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/producing-power-from-cow-poop","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODk4MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/Food-Waste-Kitchen.jpg","altText":"Food Waste Kitchen"}},"title":"Smart Solutions for Food Waste: Reduction and Proper Disposal","excerpt":"

Food waste is a worldwide issue. Buying more than you need drives up production worldwide, fueling a systemic problem. While you may not be able to change the world, using a few sustainable practices at home can make a difference. There are many intelligent solutions for home food waste. You can reduce your consumption, reuse… Continue reading Smart Solutions for Food Waste: Reduction and Proper Disposal

\n","date":"2023-09-18T11:41:58","slug":"smart-solutions-for-food-waste-reduction-and-proper-disposal","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/smart-solutions-for-food-waste-reduction-and-proper-disposal","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTAwMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Circularity-Centers-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Circularity Centers Blog Header"}},"title":"What Are Circularity Centers?","excerpt":"

As the world continues to grapple with the waste problem, new solutions are emerging to help address this issue. One of these solutions is circularity centers, which are facilities that use technologies—like advanced recycling and anaerobic digestion—to unlock the value in waste by converting materials into valuable outputs. We’ll explore circularity centers in more detail,… Continue reading What Are Circularity Centers?

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“Knowledge is power. Information is liberating. Education is the premise of progress, in every society, in every family.” – Kofi Annan The popular saying  “knowledge is power” speaks to me because I believe this statement to be very true. Knowledge is one of the most powerful tools humanity has. It creates progress, helps make informed… Continue reading Knowledge is Power; Knowledge is the Future

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Inaugural Day of Action Ocean Cleanup Will Commemorate Curriculum Launch, Led by Fourth Graders from Both Coasts San Francisco, CA and Fort Lauderdale, FL, Sept. 12, 2023 – Brightmark, a circular innovation company with a mission to Reimagine Waste, and Guy Harvey Foundation (“GHF”), a non-profit organization dedicated to protecting the marine environment, announced a… Continue reading Brightmark, Guy Harvey Foundation Launch Marine Science Curriculum, Educating K-5 Students on Plastic Pollution

\n","date":"2023-09-12T06:00:04","slug":"brightmark-guy-harvey-foundation-launch-marine-science-curriculum-educating-k-5-students-on-plastic-pollution","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-guy-harvey-foundation-launch-marine-science-curriculum-educating-k-5-students-on-plastic-pollution","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybTo0MA==","name":"Changing the Tide","slug":"changing-the-tide"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODg1Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Coral-Reefs.jpg","altText":"Coral Reefs"}},"title":"Act Now to Save Florida Keys Coral Reefs: Your Advocacy Matters!","excerpt":"

If you feel passionate about what is happening to coral reefs in the Florida Keys and around the world, you can act now and protect these beautiful places so humanity can enjoy them now and in the future. The situation calls for urgent attention and collective efforts to protect fragile ecosystems from further degradation. Individually… Continue reading Act Now to Save Florida Keys Coral Reefs: Your Advocacy Matters!

\n","date":"2023-09-01T13:34:17","slug":"act-now-to-save-florida-keys-coral-reefs-your-advocacy-matters","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/act-now-to-save-florida-keys-coral-reefs-your-advocacy-matters","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODc5OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Brightmark-Byron-NY-Farm-76-1-scaled.jpg","altText":"Cows on Farm"}},"title":"Brightmark Awarded for Global Sustainability","excerpt":"

SAN FRANCISCO, Calif—August 30, 2023—Today, the Business Intelligence Group named Brightmark’s “Reimagining Waste into Renewable Natural Gas” project as a Sustainability Initiative of the Year in the 2023 Sustainability Awards program. The Sustainability Awards honor those people, teams, and organizations who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice or overall mission.  As… Continue reading Brightmark Awarded for Global Sustainability

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Larson Family Farm’s Okeechobee Site Marks the First Renewable Natural Gas Project in Florida for the Venture San Francisco – August 23, 2023 – Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC, a joint venture partnership between Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corporation (NYSE: CVX), and Brightmark Fund Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Brightmark LLC, announces the… Continue reading Brightmark and Chevron Achieve First Gas Milestone with Florida’s Largest Family Dairy

\n","date":"2023-08-23T07:18:40","slug":"brightmark-and-chevron-achieve-first-gas-milestone-with-floridas-largest-family-dairy","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-and-chevron-achieve-first-gas-milestone-with-floridas-largest-family-dairy","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODc2MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Group-Beach-Cleanup.jpg","altText":"Group Beach Cleanup"}},"title":"What is a Block Drop? And how is it helping communities create a world without waste?","excerpt":"

If you spend time in West Seattle, you may have noticed some mobile clean-up stations scattered around the area, encouraging people to grab a bucket and help keep the neighborhoods clean. Block Drop, an environmentalist initiative started by three Girl Scouts who wanted to make a difference in their community, set up these stations. While… Continue reading What is a Block Drop? And how is it helping communities create a world without waste?

\n","date":"2023-08-21T13:35:02","slug":"what-is-a-block-drop-and-how-is-it-helping-communities-create-a-world-without-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/what-is-a-block-drop-and-how-is-it-helping-communities-create-a-world-without-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODc1OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Brightmark-Group.jpg","altText":"Brightmark Group"}},"title":"Learn More About Lunch on the Square’s Innovative Recycling Program—with Brightmark","excerpt":"

This story was originally written and published on Downtown Fort Wayne’s website by author Molly Connor. To see the original feature, visit Downtown Fort Wayne’s website.  Summer is winding down, and with it, Lunch on the Square is getting ready to wrap up its 15th season! Lunch on the Square has come a long way… Continue reading Learn More About Lunch on the Square’s Innovative Recycling Program—with Brightmark

\n","date":"2023-08-18T15:07:49","slug":"learn-more-about-lunch-on-the-squares-innovative-recycling-program-with-brightmark","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/learn-more-about-lunch-on-the-squares-innovative-recycling-program-with-brightmark","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODcwMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Ocean-wave-eclipse.jpg","altText":"Ocean wave eclipse"}},"title":"High School: Plastic pollution, plastic solution","excerpt":"

This curriculum is specifically tailored for high school—educating students about the impacts of plastics and the solutions to address plastic waste.   Subject area + Life Science + Earth Science + Engineering Design   Estimated duration Five 45-minute periods.   Lesson plan         Slide deck This slide deck is an additional asset… Continue reading High School: Plastic pollution, plastic solution

\n","date":"2023-08-15T16:25:42","slug":"high-school-plastic-pollution-plastic-solution","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/high-school-plastic-pollution-plastic-solution","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODU5MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Students-cleaning-beach.jpg","altText":"Students cleaning beach"}},"title":"School wide curriculum: Plastic cleanup","excerpt":"

This curriculum is specifically tailored for any grade—educating students about plastic cleanups and the benefits associated with this activity.   Lesson plan     Slide deck This slide deck is an additional asset to complement the lesson plan’s teachings. The presentation is intended to increase student engagement and enhance the overall teachings of the curriculum.… Continue reading School wide curriculum: Plastic cleanup

\n","date":"2023-08-15T10:33:43","slug":"school-wide-curriculum-plastic-cleanup","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/school-wide-curriculum-plastic-cleanup","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODU4MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Advanced-recycling-facility.jpg","altText":"Advanced recycling facility"}},"title":"5th Grade: Advanced recycling","excerpt":"

This curriculum is tailored specifically for fifth grade—educating students about advanced recycling.   Subject area + Science: Compare traditional and advanced plastic recycling processes. + Art: Collaborate to combine/curate art to create installations to inform communities about plastics. + Literacy: Communicate about advanced plastic recycling through illustrative storytelling.   Estimated duration Three 45-minute periods of… Continue reading 5th Grade: Advanced recycling

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This curriculum is specifically tailored for fourth grade—educating students about recycling.   Subject area + Science: Describe the plastic recycling process and identify its limitations. + Art: Interpret and apply unifying elements in a collaborative work of art. + Literacy: Communicate about plastic recycling through a narrative from the perspective of a plastic object.  … Continue reading 4th Grade: Recycling

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This curriculum is specifically tailored for third grade—educating students on the impacts of plastics on humans and animals.   Subject area + Science: Describe the impacts of plastic pollution on food webs. + Art: Create art inspired by resources and observations of coral reefs. + Literacy: Communicate about the impacts of plastic pollution on humans… Continue reading 3rd Grade: Impacts of plastics on humans and animals

\n","date":"2023-08-15T07:35:23","slug":"3rd-grade-impacts-of-plastics-on-humans-and-animals","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/3rd-grade-impacts-of-plastics-on-humans-and-animals","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODU1Mg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Sorting-Plastic.jpg","altText":"Sorting Plastic"}},"title":"Kindergarten: Sorting plastic","excerpt":"

This curriculum is specifically tailored for kindergarten—teaching students about sorting plastics.   Subject area + Science: Solutions to reduce human impacts on the environment. + Art: Identify materials used to create art in response to learning about the natural environment. + Literacy: Communicate information in chronological order.   Estimated duration Three 45-minute periods of science,… Continue reading Kindergarten: Sorting plastic

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This module is for any individual interested in learning ways to clean up their community.   Lesson plan     Slide deck This slide deck is an additional asset to complement the lesson plan’s teachings. The presentation is intended to increase engagement and enhance the overall experience.   Download

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This curriculum is specifically tailored for second-grade—educating students about microplastics.   Subject area + Science: Observe how heat alters different types of plastic. + Art: Use heat to manipulate plastic materials and create sculptures. + Literacy: Communicate facts about microplastics and plastic pollution.   Estimated duration Three 45-minute periods of science, art, and literacy activities.… Continue reading 2nd Grade: Microplastics

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This curriculum is specifically tailored for first-grade—teaching students about plastic pollution.   Subject area + Science: Comparing strengths and weaknesses of different materials. + Art: Experiment with materials to make artistic choices and connect to observations/research. + Literacy: Communicate observations and opinions of events in sequence.   Estimated duration Three 45-minute periods of science, art,… Continue reading 1st Grade: Plastic pollution

\n","date":"2023-08-14T16:59:01","slug":"1st-grade-plastic-pollution","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/1st-grade-plastic-pollution","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTAxMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Circularity-Centers-Important-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Circularity Centers Important Blog Header"}},"title":"Why Are Circularity Centers Important?","excerpt":"

Circularity centers enable the transition towards a sustainable and circular economy. These centers help address one of the planet’s most significant challenges today: the waste generated by people. Circularity centers can help move our planet away from the linear “take-make-waste” model and towards a more circular solution where resources (and waste) can be utilized continuously.… Continue reading Why Are Circularity Centers Important?

\n","date":"2023-08-10T08:00:09","slug":"why-are-circularity-centers-important","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/why-are-circularity-centers-important","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4OTEwMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Waste-Receptacles.jpg","altText":"Waste Receptacles"}},"title":"What is the “Waste Hierarchy?” Taking a Deep Dive into Examining the Waste Hierarchy and its Importance","excerpt":"

At some point in the 1970s, when the environmental movement began to crest, the original waste hierarchy was created to show an order of preference for waste management.     It can be easy to forget, but waste never truly goes away. So, this diagram depicts how waste should be treated, ranging from the most… Continue reading What is the “Waste Hierarchy?” Taking a Deep Dive into Examining the Waste Hierarchy and its Importance

\n","date":"2023-08-10T08:00:09","slug":"what-is-the-waste-hierarchy-taking-a-deep-dive-into-examining-the-waste-hierarchy-and-its-importance","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/what-is-the-waste-hierarchy-taking-a-deep-dive-into-examining-the-waste-hierarchy-and-its-importance","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODUyMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/PeidmontPark_ATL-GA.jpg","altText":"City scape view of Atlanta, Georgia"}},"title":"Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Atlanta, Georgia","excerpt":"

Whether interested in history, culture, outdoor adventures, or simply indulging in delicious cuisine, Atlanta has something to offer every visitor. Located in Georgia, Atlanta is often referred to as “The City in a Forest,” with abundant lush parks and green spaces. Atlanta should be at the top of your list if you’re seeking an eco-friendly… Continue reading Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Atlanta, Georgia

\n","date":"2023-07-24T06:41:15","slug":"look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-atlanta-ga","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-atlanta-ga","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODM2NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/FarmersMarket.jpg","altText":"FarmersMarket"}},"title":"Greener Groceries: Environmental Benefits of Farmers Market Shopping ","excerpt":"

While groceries are not inherently unethical, certain practices within the grocery industry can raise ethical concerns.  One of these concerns includes the industry’s substantial environmental footprint. The products we see lining the shelves of every local supermarket significantly contribute to detrimental ecological conflicts, such as excessive carbon emissions and plastic waste. When it comes to… Continue reading Greener Groceries: Environmental Benefits of Farmers Market Shopping 

\n","date":"2023-07-13T09:41:51","slug":"greener-groceries-environmental-benefits-of-farmers-market-shopping","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/greener-groceries-environmental-benefits-of-farmers-market-shopping","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODM1Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/07/Downtown-Fort-Wayne-2.jpg","altText":"Downtown Fort Wayne 2"}},"title":"Brightmark, Downtown Fort Wayne Launch Plastic Recycling Pilot at Lunch on the Square Summer Series","excerpt":"

San Francisco, CA and Fort Wayne, IN – Brightmark, a circular innovation company with a mission to Reimagine Waste, in strategic partnership with Downtown Fort Wayne, announced a plastic recycling pilot as part of the 15th annual Lunch on the Square summer series, which runs through August 31, 2023. With the series projected to attract… Continue reading Brightmark, Downtown Fort Wayne Launch Plastic Recycling Pilot at Lunch on the Square Summer Series

\n","date":"2023-07-11T06:00:51","slug":"brightmark-downtown-fort-wayne-and-greater-fort-wayne-inc-launch-plastic-recycling-pilot-at-lunch-on-the-square-summer-series","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-downtown-fort-wayne-and-greater-fort-wayne-inc-launch-plastic-recycling-pilot-at-lunch-on-the-square-summer-series","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODE4Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/LGBTQIA-Environmentalists.jpg","altText":"LGBTQIA+ Environmentalists"}},"title":"Bright with Pride: LGBTQIA+ Environmentalists Making Bright Strides for the Environment","excerpt":"

This month, as individuals begin to celebrate the beginning of summer and the good times the warm weather brings, it’s critical to recognize people actively fighting to keep our Earth habitable so that everyone can enjoy future summers.  June is also Pride Month, and Brightmark remains a strong and committed ally to the LGBTQIA+ community… Continue reading Bright with Pride: LGBTQIA+ Environmentalists Making Bright Strides for the Environment

\n","date":"2023-06-15T09:56:13","slug":"bright-with-pride-lgbtqia-environmentalists-making-bright-strides-for-the-environment","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/bright-with-pride-lgbtqia-environmentalists-making-bright-strides-for-the-environment","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo5MTAwNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Circularity-Center-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Circularity Center Blog Header"}},"title":"What is a Circularity Center?","excerpt":"

Have you ever heard of a circularity center? These centers are designed to support the circular economy by providing innovative waste management and recycling solutions. They can take various forms, but they all have the same purpose: to help create a world without waste. So, what exactly is a circularity center, and how does it… Continue reading What is a Circularity Center?

\n","date":"2023-06-15T08:00:01","slug":"what-is-a-circularity-center","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/what-is-a-circularity-center","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODE2MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Sustainable-Furniture-scaled.jpg","altText":"Sustainable Furniture"}},"title":"Fast Furniture: What it is, Ways to Avoid it, and Ways to Shop Sustainably","excerpt":"

Authored by Liz Mugho Over the years, the rise of sustainable shopping has come into focus with the growing climate crisis. One topic that is gaining in popularity is the fast furniture industry. Similar to fast fashion, which mass-produces low-quality clothing, fast furniture is mass-produced furniture that is made of poorer-quality, plastic-based materials and usually… Continue reading Fast Furniture: What it is, Ways to Avoid it, and Ways to Shop Sustainably

\n","date":"2023-06-12T14:26:56","slug":"fast-furniture-what-it-is-ways-to-avoid-it-and-ways-to-shop-sustainably","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/fast-furniture-what-it-is-ways-to-avoid-it-and-ways-to-shop-sustainably","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODE2OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Bright-with-Pride-e1686356309782.jpg","altText":"Bright with Pride"}},"title":"Let’s Ally for a Brighter Future","excerpt":"

“What divides us pales in comparison to what unites us.” – Edward Kennedy Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) is a core component of the values at Brightmark that act as a guiding principle for how we choose to acknowledge, protect, and celebrate diversity.  June is Pride Month, and Brightmark is excited to continue celebrating and… Continue reading Let’s Ally for a Brighter Future

\n","date":"2023-06-09T17:04:12","slug":"lets-ally-for-a-brighter-future","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/lets-ally-for-a-brighter-future","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODEwMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Cows-Grazing-in-Dandelion-Field-scaled.jpg","altText":"Michigan Cows Grazing in Dandelion Field"}},"title":"Brightmark, Chevron Partnership Expands to Michigan with its Second Largest Renewable Natural Gas Project to Date","excerpt":"

SAN FRANCISCO/SAN RAMON, Calif., – May 31, 2023 – Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC is positioned to expand renewable natural gas (RNG) production with five new anaerobic digestion dairy farm projects in western Michigan, designed to convert animal waste to renewable fuels. Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC is a joint venture between Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary… Continue reading Brightmark, Chevron Partnership Expands to Michigan with its Second Largest Renewable Natural Gas Project to Date

\n","date":"2023-05-31T14:01:11","slug":"brightmark-chevron-partnership-expands-to-michigan-with-its-second-largest-renewable-natural-gas-project-to-date","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-chevron-partnership-expands-to-michigan-with-its-second-largest-renewable-natural-gas-project-to-date","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Nzk4Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Man-walking-in-plastic-recycling-center-scaled-e1695734167525.jpg","altText":"Man walking in plastic recycling center"}},"title":"Mechanical vs. Advanced Recycling: An Inside Look","excerpt":"

What are the differences between the technologies? And what are the benefits of each?  When most American consumers think of recycling, they probably think of the mechanical variety, in which plastic is sorted by type of plastic (number 1, 2, 3, etc.). Then it is shredded or melted and used to manufacture new products like… Continue reading Mechanical vs. Advanced Recycling: An Inside Look

\n","date":"2023-05-25T08:37:53","slug":"mechanical-vs-advanced-recycling-an-inside-look","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/mechanical-vs-advanced-recycling-an-inside-look","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzkzNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Christine-Ramos.jpg","altText":"Christine Ramos"}},"title":"Making a Mark: Christine Ramos Finds Meaning in Her Work ","excerpt":"

And a company that matches her worldview Christine Ramos has been searching for meaning and acceptance for a long time. Growing up as a kid of Filipino descent in the Bay Area, Christine’s parents were hesitant to teach her how to speak her native language out of fear that it would negatively highlight her nationality… Continue reading Making a Mark: Christine Ramos Finds Meaning in Her Work 

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As environmental justice and sustainability continue to gain awareness worldwide, it is essential to amplify the voices of communities that have endured climate injustice and create an inclusive experience for anyone trying to be part of the environmental space. In honor of recognizing Asian American Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month and their immense contributions to… Continue reading Asian American Pacific Islander Environmental Leaders Making Bright Strides for the Environment

\n","date":"2023-05-16T09:33:34","slug":"asian-american-pacific-islander-environmental-leaders-making-bright-strides-for-the-environment","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/asian-american-pacific-islander-environmental-leaders-making-bright-strides-for-the-environment","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Nzg2MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/05/Calm-waterfall-in-dark-green-forest-scaled.jpg","altText":"Calm waterfall in dark green forest"}},"title":"Cards against anxiety","excerpt":"

Spending time in nature can significantly improve mental and physical health. Whether letting the ocean waves send a calming spirit throughout your body or grounding yourself in green pastures, nature helps keep us healthy. If you’re searching for new ways to reduce stress and improve your state of mind, explore our set of free meditation… Continue reading Cards against anxiety

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Did you know that time in nature can significantly reduce anxiety and improve mental and physical health? Whether wading in the water or jogging through the jungle, there are various ways to Nurture Your Mind with Nature. If you’re looking for a calming color palette to brighten (or calm) your day, explore our free nature… Continue reading Nature color palettes

\n","date":"2023-05-11T14:35:51","slug":"nurture-your-mind-with-nature-color-palettes","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/nurture-your-mind-with-nature-color-palettes","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Nzc1MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Sanctuary-Blog-Header.jpg","altText":"Sanctuary Blog Header"}},"title":"Ease Your Anxiety with Animals: A Guide to Animal Sanctuaries","excerpt":"

As a part of Mental Health Awareness Month, it’s essential to recognize nature’s positive impact on mental health. Another important aspect of mental health is finding a sense of purpose and belonging. One way to ignite both is through volunteering and giving back to your community. Whether joining a local cleanup organization, working with the… Continue reading Ease Your Anxiety with Animals: A Guide to Animal Sanctuaries

\n","date":"2023-05-01T08:00:06","slug":"ease-your-anxiety-with-animals-a-guide-to-animal-sanctuaries","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/ease-your-anxiety-with-animals-a-guide-to-animal-sanctuaries","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Nzc3NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bob-Earth-Day-Smiles-scaled-e1682190024542.jpg","altText":"Bob Earth Day Smiles"}},"title":"Every Day is Earth Day","excerpt":"

At Brightmark, we don’t need a reason to celebrate the earth—it is the reason to celebrate. Whether diving in the deepest oceans, climbing the highest mountains, or enjoying the beauty of the natural world in your backyard, there’s always a reason to celebrate the earth. Our mission to Reimagine Waste drives us to create solutions… Continue reading Every Day is Earth Day

\n","date":"2023-04-22T08:00:22","slug":"every-day-is-earth-day","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/every-day-is-earth-day","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Nzc1Mg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/IMG_4103-scaled.jpg","altText":"Man picking up trash at beach cleanup"}},"title":"Waste tracker sheet","excerpt":"

Our waste tracker is a component of our “Zero-waste(ish) Guide“—dedicated to helping you find ways to cut back on waste and live more sustainably. Download, print, and share the sheet below to join us in creating a world without waste.     About Brightmark’s Make Your Mark We’re on a mission to Reimagine Waste—creating circular… Continue reading Waste tracker sheet

\n","date":"2023-04-13T17:42:02","slug":"waste-tracker-sheet","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/waste-tracker-sheet","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzYyNA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/Bob-Smiling-on-Boat-scaled-e1680544806185.jpg","altText":"Man smiling on boat in the ocean"}},"title":"Small Actions, Big Difference: Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together","excerpt":"

 “Individual commitment to a group effort — that is what makes a team work, a company work, a society work, a civilization work.” – Vince Lombardi I often come across statements that claim individual actions don’t matter. That “recycling” or “reducing my wasteful habits alone” will not make a significant difference. I would challenge this… Continue reading Small Actions, Big Difference: Let’s Create a Brighter Future Together

\n","date":"2023-04-03T10:28:27","slug":"small-actions-big-difference-lets-create-a-brighter-future-together","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/small-actions-big-difference-lets-create-a-brighter-future-together","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzU3MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Seattle-Washington-Skyline.jpg","altText":"Seattle Washington Skyline"}},"title":"Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Seattle, Washington","excerpt":"

If you’re searching for a vacation spot that hits both your fix for city life and access to nature, Seattle is the perfect place to visit. Located in Washington, it’s part of a state that is home to some of the most beautiful natural landscapes in the country. Not only is it easy to access… Continue reading Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Seattle, Washington

\n","date":"2023-03-29T13:11:11","slug":"look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-seattle-washington","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-seattle-washington","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzU3NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Aloe-Vera-Plant-.jpg","altText":"Aloe Vera Plant"}},"title":"Show Mother Earth Love with Sustainable Skincare","excerpt":"

One way to celebrate Mother Earth is to be conscious about the skincare products used. Some key things to look for in your products are recyclable packaging, which helps reduce the use of single-use plastics, non-toxic ingredients, which ensures product safety, cruelty-free products, which means that they do not test on animals, and fewer steps… Continue reading Show Mother Earth Love with Sustainable Skincare

\n","date":"2023-03-28T12:30:43","slug":"show-mother-earth-love-with-sustainable-skincare","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/show-mother-earth-love-with-sustainable-skincare","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzU2NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/Dark-Green-Leaves.png","altText":"Dark Green Leaves"}},"title":"A Greener Shade of Work","excerpt":"

As we find ourselves a month into 2023, a return-to-office mandate seems to be gaining steam among employers as a looming recession threatens to remove the upper hand workers have enjoyed as wages have increased amid labor shortages. If the United States does, indeed, enter a recession, giving up your job to find a new… Continue reading A Greener Shade of Work

\n","date":"2023-03-24T16:15:55","slug":"a-greener-shade-of-work","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/a-greener-shade-of-work","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzUwNQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Rie-e1678926380199.jpg","altText":"Woman posing holding flowers in black and white photo"}},"title":"Planting the Seeds of Growth","excerpt":"

Women have always inspired me. In particular, my late grandmother Rie, which is short for Marie. She is a woman that still inspires me to this day. As I’ve written in previous letters, Rie was a critical influence in my life. Creating a world without waste may not have been the path I set out… Continue reading Planting the Seeds of Growth

\n","date":"2023-03-15T16:51:07","slug":"planting-the-seeds-of-growth","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/planting-the-seeds-of-growth","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzMzNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/plant-guide.jpg","altText":"plant guide"}},"title":"Plant-keeping essentials guide","excerpt":"

Let’s be honest, not everyone has a green thumb, and that’s ok! Everyone has had that “one plant” they’ve accidentally killed. Life happens. However, fear no more! At Brightmark, we love plants as much as we love Reimagining Waste. We’ve created a carefully curated plant lover’s guide made by a group of plant lovers from… Continue reading Plant-keeping essentials guide

\n","date":"2023-03-02T10:08:12","slug":"plant-keeping-essentials-guide","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/plant-keeping-essentials-guide","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Njk4MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Group-of-People-Cleaning-Up-Rocks-Near-Ocean.jpg","altText":"Group of People Cleaning Up Rocks Near Ocean"}},"title":"Cleaning up Communities: A Guide to State-by-state Cleanups ","excerpt":"

Being involved in your local community is an important endeavor to pursue if you want to improve the quality of life where you live and work.  At Brightmark, we encourage all of our employees to volunteer and seek ways in which they can make the world a better place for all as we work together… Continue reading Cleaning up Communities: A Guide to State-by-state Cleanups 

\n","date":"2023-03-02T08:48:31","slug":"cleaning-up-communities-a-guide-to-state-by-state-cleanups","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/cleaning-up-communities-a-guide-to-state-by-state-cleanups","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzMxOQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Black-Leaders-in-Sustainability.jpg","altText":"Black Leaders in Sustainability"}},"title":"Black Leaders Making Bright Strides for the Environment","excerpt":"

The climate justice movement continues to grow bigger each and every day. However, when looking for people making waves in sustainability and environmentalism, there is often a lack of representation of Black voices. With climate change affecting different people in a variety of ways, it is important to highlight Black individuals taking action and advocating… Continue reading Black Leaders Making Bright Strides for the Environment

\n","date":"2023-02-20T08:22:39","slug":"black-leaders-making-bright-strides-for-the-environment","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/black-leaders-making-bright-strides-for-the-environment","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzI2OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Bob-Powell-Florida-Beach-Cleanup-scaled-e1676046063730.jpg","altText":"Man showing children toy"}},"title":"Big Change Requires Bold Character","excerpt":"

“How far you go in life depends on your being tender with the young, compassionate with the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and tolerant of the weak and strong. Because someday in your life you will have been all of these.” – George Washington Carver It’s been said that humanity can often fear the unknown—especially… Continue reading Big Change Requires Bold Character

\n","date":"2023-02-10T08:09:53","slug":"big-change-requires-bold-character","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/big-change-requires-bold-character","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzA5OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/Alexandria-Virginia.jpg","altText":"Alexandria Virginia"}},"title":"Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Alexandria, Virginia","excerpt":"

Welcome to the first edition of Brightmark’s new sustainable travel guide series! I’m excited to share some of my favorite sustainable lifestyle spots in my hometown of Alexandria, Virginia. Alexandria is an ideal home base for anyone who has wanderlust like myself. The historic architecture and charm remind me of some of my favorite European… Continue reading Look Before You Book: A Sustainable Travel Guide to Alexandria, Virginia

\n","date":"2023-02-06T15:29:28","slug":"look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-alexandria-virginia","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/look-before-you-book-a-sustainable-travel-guide-to-alexandria-virginia","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzcwMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/PlantShop.jpg","altText":"Black woman shopping in her plant shop"}},"title":"Supporting Black Individuals in Communities","excerpt":"

Black History Month is an annual celebration of Black people and Black communities all across the world. Not only is it a time to look back in history and celebrate monumental Black figures who have fought for racial equity, but it is also a time to celebrate the innovations and strides Black people are currently… Continue reading Supporting Black Individuals in Communities

\n","date":"2023-02-01T14:45:32","slug":"supporting-black-individuals-in-communities","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/supporting-black-individuals-in-communities","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NzAzMg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Green_Leaves.jpg","altText":"Green Leaves"}},"title":"Brightmark Names Justin Goldstein as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer","excerpt":"

Sustainable Finance Veteran Joins Executive Bench to Provide Strategic Direction for Next Phase of Growth  SAN FRANCISCO- Brightmark, a leading global waste solutions company with a mission to Reimagine Waste, announced today the appointment of Justin Goldstein as its new Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer. Mr. Goldstein will oversee Brightmark’s financial growth, market expansion, and… Continue reading Brightmark Names Justin Goldstein as Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

\n","date":"2023-01-31T06:48:34","slug":"brightmark-names-new-chief-finance-officer","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-names-new-chief-finance-officer","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Njk1MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/People-hiking-down-a-hill-scaled-e1673655665688.jpg","altText":"People hiking down a hill"}},"title":"Intersectional Environmentalism: Why Intersectionality is Important When Looking at Climate Change","excerpt":"

When looking at environmental justice and campaigns against climate change, it is crucial to understand the nuance behind the climate movement and how it affects different communities. This is why it is so essential to learn about intersectionality in relation to climate change.   What is intersectionality? The term intersectionality was first introduced by Black… Continue reading Intersectional Environmentalism: Why Intersectionality is Important When Looking at Climate Change

\n","date":"2023-01-13T16:15:54","slug":"intersectional-environmentalism-why-intersectionality-is-important-when-looking-at-climate-change","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/intersectional-environmentalism-why-intersectionality-is-important-when-looking-at-climate-change","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NjkwMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Two-men-laughing-in-field-scaled-e1673399473969.jpg","altText":"Two men laughing in field"}},"title":"New Year, Big Goals: Keeping with Consistency","excerpt":"

“The journey of a thousand miles begins with one step.” – Loa Tzu With every new year comes a slew of New Year’s resolutions. Whether committing to a rigorous fitness routine, experimenting with the trendiest diet plan, or attempting to complete that overdue project, the new year can undoubtedly revitalize your to-do list. But there… Continue reading New Year, Big Goals: Keeping with Consistency

\n","date":"2023-01-10T17:05:38","slug":"new-year-big-goals-keeping-with-consistency","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/new-year-big-goals-keeping-with-consistency","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Njg1OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Clear-jars-on-a-shelf-scaled.jpg","altText":"Clear jars on a shelf"}},"title":"A zero-waste(ish) guide","excerpt":"

“We don’t need a handful of people doing zero-waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly.” – Anne Marie Bonneau   An introduction to a zero-waste(ish) lifestyle Zero-waste is defined by the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as “The conservation of all resources by means of responsible production, consumption, reuse, and recovery… Continue reading A zero-waste(ish) guide

\n","date":"2023-01-06T17:17:15","slug":"a-zero-wasteish-guide","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/a-zero-wasteish-guide","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NjQwNA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/ThreeHappyWomenWeeding-e1675280084640.jpg","altText":"Three women pulling weeds"}},"title":"Environmental Justice and its Impact","excerpt":"

In a world where climate change is real and highly evident, it is important to also examine how climate change affects different groups of people, especially in the world’s most vulnerable communities. To address climate change holistically, it is imperative to include the topic of environmental and climate justice and how different populations are affected… Continue reading Environmental Justice and its Impact

\n","date":"2023-01-03T09:14:15","slug":"environmental-justice-and-its-impact","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/environmental-justice-and-its-impact","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4ODgxNA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/Screen-Shot-2023-08-24-at-3.41.30-PM.png","altText":"Screen Shot 2023 08 24 at 3 41 30 PM"}},"title":"Country Meadow working to fund new playground","excerpt":"

The Herald Republican  December 20, 2022 ASHLEY — Brightmark is throwing its weight behind the fundraising effort to build a new, inclusive playground for Country Meadow Elementary. The school has a goal of building a new playground that will be able to be used by all of the students at the school, which includes pre-kindergarten… Continue reading Country Meadow working to fund new playground

\n","date":"2022-12-20T12:37:06","slug":"country-meadow-working-to-funding-new-playground","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/country-meadow-working-to-funding-new-playground","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NjYzMg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Person-holding-bird-in-their-hand-scaled-e1671054736238.jpg","altText":"Person holding bird in their hand"}},"title":"December Donations: Ways to Give Back During the Holidays","excerpt":"

Giving back during the holidays is a fantastic way to show gratitude and give thanks for all you have. This holiday, we’re sharing some brands, organizations, and individuals giving back to their communities and making the world a brighter place for all. Find one that resonates most with you and find ways to show them… Continue reading December Donations: Ways to Give Back During the Holidays

\n","date":"2022-12-14T13:56:09","slug":"december-donations-ways-to-give-back-during-the-holidays","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/december-donations-ways-to-give-back-during-the-holidays","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NjU5Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/Trees_HolidayLights.jpg","altText":"Pine trees with lights hanging on them"}},"title":"Merry and Bright: Donating During December","excerpt":"

“It’s easier to take than to give. It’s nobler to give than to take. The thrill of taking lasts a day. The thrill of giving lasts a lifetime.” – Joan Marques When the holiday season is in full swing, most of us focus on the “perfect” gifts to buy. Whether for a loved one, a… Continue reading Merry and Bright: Donating During December

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The holidays are an excellent time to celebrate with friends and family. However, while the holidays are a special time of year,  they can also be a time of excess. From taking part in one too many Black Friday sales to tossing out gifts and decor that are no longer in style, significant amounts of… Continue reading Unwaste the Holiday Season

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It’s the most wonderful time of the year when we spend quality time with family, enjoy some time off work, and create lots and lots of waste. *record scratch* More waste? According to Stanford University, Americans throw away 25 percent more trash between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, equating to more than 25 million tons of… Continue reading Be Less Wasteful This Holiday Season

\n","date":"2022-12-02T08:49:35","slug":"be-less-wasteful-this-holiday-season","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/be-less-wasteful-this-holiday-season","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NjMzOQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Green-Trees-in-Large-Green-Forest.jpg","altText":"Green Trees in Large Green Forest"}},"title":"The Best Ways to Give Back to the Environment","excerpt":"

As Thanksgiving rolls around, it is important to give thanks. The holiday season is an excellent time for reflection, to look at the world and people around you, and express gratitude. As we get ready to celebrate with family and loved ones, it’s also essential we learn to give thanks for the environment. Being environmentally… Continue reading The Best Ways to Give Back to the Environment

\n","date":"2022-11-22T12:53:50","slug":"the-best-ways-to-give-back-to-the-environment","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/the-best-ways-to-give-back-to-the-environment","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NjI5MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Man-looking-out-on-ocean-sunset-scaled.jpg","altText":"Man looking out on ocean sunset"}},"title":"Happiness Cannot be Bought","excerpt":"

“Happiness cannot be traveled to, owned, earned, worn, or consumed. Happiness is the spiritual experience of living every minute with love, grace, and gratitude.” – Denis Waitley  With the holidays quickly approaching, most of the Western world is preparing for what the season typically encourages—mass consumerism. As I see the world trying to shift towards… Continue reading Happiness Cannot be Bought

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As a college student, fast and easy meals are of utmost importance to me. However, eating take-out every night or buying frozen meals is not only hard on my wallet and personal health, but it’s also hard on the environment. The single-use, excessive packaging used for this type of food distribution is unsustainable and overall… Continue reading Goodbye Waste, HelloFresh

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When we say we want to Reimagine Waste, we do so with an eye toward making the world around us a better place. When we step into the voting booth, our thoughts don’t stray too far from that ideal. No matter who we vote for, we maintain the belief that our elected officials will ensure… Continue reading Your Voice Matters More Than Ever

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In humanity’s fast-paced world, convenience is something to be valued. Using a plastic straw or grabbing take-out after a long workday might not seem like much, but it quickly adds up. Single-use plastics might be convenient at the moment, but people’s collective addiction to plastic has a steep price, and it’s a debt humans will… Continue reading The Impact of Single-use Plastics

\n","date":"2022-10-27T13:15:57","slug":"the-impact-of-single-use-plastics","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/the-impact-of-single-use-plastics","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTc3MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Man-Diving-in-Ocean-Reefs-scaled.jpg","altText":"Man Diving in Ocean Reefs"}},"title":"Keep the reefs safe: Reef-safe sunscreen guide","excerpt":"

Keeping your skin safe from the sun is essential. However, it’s also critical to use sunscreen that is safe for the oceans—specifically the reefs.   Did you know? Just because a brand says “reef-safe” doesn’t mean it’s safe for reefs. There are currently no government regulations that require brands to adhere to making fully reef-safe… Continue reading Keep the reefs safe: Reef-safe sunscreen guide

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Do you know how much you’re throwing away? As long as our trash cans fill up, so do our landfills and oceans. But once it’s out of sight, is your garbage out of mind? Try spending a week paying attention to your waste. If you want to cut waste, you need to know how much… Continue reading How to conduct a waste audit

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With fall in full swing, college application season is right around the corner. For you students entering your last year of high school, this is a time to plan your future, think about where you would like to go, and the marks you want to make in your life. If you are a student or… Continue reading A Greener Education: College Campuses Focused on Sustainability

\n","date":"2022-10-18T09:56:52","slug":"a-greener-education-college-campuses-focused-on-sustainability","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/a-greener-education-college-campuses-focused-on-sustainability","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTYwNg==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/trashortreat.jpg","altText":"Assorted pumpkins"}},"title":"Trash or Treat? How to Make Halloween Waste a Little Less Spooky.","excerpt":"

It’s that time of year again when ghouls and ghosts roam our streets in search of candy and goodies that are tasty and sweet. But the amount of waste this holiday produces is the scariest part of the spooky season. To help you get maximum enjoyment out of the holiday while giving you some peace… Continue reading Trash or Treat? How to Make Halloween Waste a Little Less Spooky.

\n","date":"2022-10-17T10:38:48","slug":"trash-or-treat-how-to-make-halloween-waste-a-little-less-spooky","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/trash-or-treat-how-to-make-halloween-waste-a-little-less-spooky","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTU5NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/Lets-be-Zero-wasteish-scaled.jpg","altText":"Bob Powell with team from Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation"}},"title":"Let’s Strive to be Zero-waste(ish)","excerpt":"

“We don’t need a handful of people doing zero-waste perfectly. We need millions of people doing it imperfectly.” – Anne Marie Bonneau Recently, I’ve seen guidance from individuals, brands, and organizations on living a “zero-waste lifestyle.” While I believe this mindset is fantastic and a phenomenal aspiration, it may be challenging for the average individual… Continue reading Let’s Strive to be Zero-waste(ish)

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Sunscreen is super important for our skin. With hotter summers becoming more of a norm, sunscreen is vital to ensuring your skin is protected from harmful UV rays that can lead to wrinkles, skin discoloration, and even cancer. There are also mountains of evidence that show sunscreen is a threat to the health of our… Continue reading Sun, Sand, and Reef-safe Sunscreen: Keep the Reefs Safe with These Reef-safe Sunscreens.

\n","date":"2022-10-04T14:55:52","slug":"sun-sand-and-reef-safe-sunscreen-keep-the-reefs-safe-with-these-reef-safe-sunscreens","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/sun-sand-and-reef-safe-sunscreen-keep-the-reefs-safe-with-these-reef-safe-sunscreens","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybTo0MA==","name":"Changing the Tide","slug":"changing-the-tide"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTY2MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Divers-Recycling-Marine-Debris-scaled.jpg","altText":"Divers Recycling Marine Debris"}},"title":"Marine Recycling in the Florida Keys","excerpt":"

Learn more about our marine recycling partnership with NOAA’s Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary here. NBC 6 Miami   About the Program  Brightmark and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary are teaming up to effectively and sustainably decrease marine plastic pollution in the Florida Keys through strategic marine recycling. This first-of-its-kind plastics renewal program will… Continue reading Marine Recycling in the Florida Keys

\n","date":"2022-09-26T08:55:34","slug":"marine-recycling-in-the-florida-keys","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/marine-recycling-in-the-florida-keys","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTM1Ng==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Swimming-with-my-thoughts.jpg","altText":"Diver swimming in ocean with a shark"}},"title":"Swimming with My Thoughts","excerpt":"

I am an environmentalist at heart. My journey, personally and professionally, has led me to a path of ensuring we leave this earth in better shape than we found it. It began with my grandma at her home in Georgia, and it’s why I founded Brightmark: to find ways to make our mark on the… Continue reading Swimming with My Thoughts

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At Brightmark, our mission of Reimagining Waste spans farther than our business model—it’s a mantra we follow to positively impact the environments and communities we serve. Our “Beach + Coastal Cleanup Guide” allows you to prepare for your cleanup, with dedicated sections for before, during, and after. This is a dedicated resource for helping you… Continue reading Learn ways to clean your coasts

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Brightmark and Buoy Team to facilitate recycling of inoperative mooring, boundary and informational buoys in the Florida Keys.     SAN FRANCISCO & FLORIDA KEYS, FL – Sept. 13, 2022 – Brightmark LLC, the global waste solutions provider, and Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary (FKNMS), today announced a new plastic recycling partnership that will reduce… Continue reading Brightmark and NOAA’s Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary Announce Buoy Plastic Recycling Partnership

\n","date":"2022-09-13T05:05:44","slug":"brightmark-fknms-plastics-program","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-fknms-plastics-program","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTE5OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/Coastal-Cleanup-Trash-Tracker-Header-scaled.jpg","altText":"Two people cleaning up trash on coast"}},"title":"Keep track of trash with our checklist","excerpt":"

At Brightmark, our mission of Reimagining Waste spans farther than our business model—it’s a mantra we follow to positively impact the environments and communities we serve. Our “Trash Tracker Checklist” is a dedicated resource for helping you notate the waste you collect during a beach or coastal cleanup. Tally the trash you find and see… Continue reading Keep track of trash with our checklist

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The company will convert plastic medical waste, including Jamar’s PATRAN slide sheets, into circular and sustainable products. Brightmark, a global waste solutions provider based in San Francisco, and Jamar Health Products, a Wisconsin-based health care product manufacturer, have announced a strategic partnership to recycle plastic medical waste. Brightmark says it provides a sustainable and circular… Continue reading Brightmark launches medical waste recycling program with Jamar Health Products

\n","date":"2022-08-25T07:13:44","slug":"brightmark-launches-medical-waste-recycling-program-with-jamar-health-products-2","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-launches-medical-waste-recycling-program-with-jamar-health-products-2","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTA0MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Brightmark-X-Patran.jpg","altText":"Multi-color Patran medical sheets"}},"title":"Brightmark to Recycle Medical Plastic Waste","excerpt":"

Advanced recycling company Brightmark has entered into a strategic partnership with Jamar Health Products, a Wisconsin-based manufacturer of slide sheets designed to safely move or position patients. Brightmark said in today’s announcement that it will convert Jamar’s proprietary plastic Patran slide sheets into low-carbon fuels and the building blocks for circular plastics. Brightmark’s proprietary closed-loop… Continue reading Brightmark to Recycle Medical Plastic Waste

\n","date":"2022-08-24T12:24:54","slug":"brightmark-to-recycle-medical-plastic-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-to-recycle-medical-plastic-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTAzNQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/BlogHeader.png","altText":"Patran Blue Yellow Pink Colors"}},"title":"Brightmark Launches Medical Waste Recycling Program with Jamar Health Products","excerpt":"

Brightmark will convert plastic medical waste, including Jamar’s PATRAN® slide sheets, into circular and sustainable products. SAN FRANCISCO, CA. and GREENDALE, WI – August 24, 2022 – Brightmark, a global waste solutions provider, and Jamar Health Products, a Wisconsin-based health care product manufacturer, today announced a strategic partnership to recycle plastic medical waste. Brightmark provides… Continue reading Brightmark Launches Medical Waste Recycling Program with Jamar Health Products

\n","date":"2022-08-24T06:06:51","slug":"brightmark-launches-medical-waste-recycling-program-with-jamar-health-products","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-launches-medical-waste-recycling-program-with-jamar-health-products","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDg4Mw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Bob-Climate-Win-scaled.jpg","altText":"Bob Powell at RNG facility"}},"title":"A Long Overdue Path Forward","excerpt":"

On Tuesday, President Biden signed into law the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), an ambitious legislative package aimed at tackling climate change on an unprecedented scale that we have never seen in the United States. For an effort that seemed dead in the water a few months ago, this final climate change package seems poised to… Continue reading A Long Overdue Path Forward

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“Perfect is the enemy of good.” – Voltaire Humanity has always feared the unknown. It’s what makes us human. I believe that when someone is on the precipice of something new and uncharted, whether that be pursuing a new career, standing up for something that you believe in, or anything in between, there will be… Continue reading Don’t Let Great Get in the Way of Good.

\n","date":"2022-08-15T09:14:20","slug":"dont-let-great-get-in-the-way-of-good","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/dont-let-great-get-in-the-way-of-good","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDc1MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/FI8A0166.jpg","altText":"Athena Project ribbon cutting"}},"title":"Local dairy farm becomes more sustainable with methane digesters","excerpt":"

A local dairy operation is becoming more sustainable. Boadwine Dairy in Baltic is taking manure and turning it into renewable natural gas through the use of their new methane digesters.
\nIt’s all a part of the Athena Project, a partnership with Brightmark, to bring agricultural sustainability to the next level.

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Brightmark delivers the first gas at its Athena Project in Minnehaha County, South Dakota. The project comprises three farms in Minnehaha County: Boadwine Farms, Pioneer Dairy, and Mooody Dairy.

\n","date":"2022-08-03T05:42:05","slug":"brightmark-announces-first-gas-at-the-athena-project","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-announces-first-gas-at-the-athena-project","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDQyMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/Larson-Farms-Partners-e1667864994165.jpg","altText":"Bob Powell with Larson family"}},"title":"Passion. Purpose. People. Planet. There’s Incredible Power in Partnerships.","excerpt":"

“The biggest sources of opportunity are collaboration and partnership.” – Mark Parker What do you think of when you think of powerful partnerships? Do you think of Marvel’s Avengers? Or do you like to stay grounded in realism and admire a collaboration between General Motors and Honda to develop affordable electric vehicles? Or perhaps it’s… Continue reading Passion. Purpose. People. Planet. There’s Incredible Power in Partnerships.

\n","date":"2022-07-12T09:24:53","slug":"passion-purpose-people-planet-theres-incredible-power-in-partnerships","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/passion-purpose-people-planet-theres-incredible-power-in-partnerships","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDMyMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/08/Katie-C-Web-Legacy-scaled.jpg","altText":"Woman in safety vest at RNG plant"}},"title":"When Every Job is a Green Job","excerpt":"

It’s unmistakable that we are in the midst of a global shift in how people work. The COVID-19 pandemic shuttered offices nationwide, leaving many workplaces scrambling to stand up remote work systems and reimagine collaboration in a digital office. But this isn’t the only shifting component of today’s workplace. More than ever, jobs throughout the… Continue reading When Every Job is a Green Job

\n","date":"2022-06-29T09:34:04","slug":"when-every-job-is-a-green-job","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/when-every-job-is-a-green-job","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDQ5MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/3-Digesters.jpg","altText":"Three digesters"}},"title":"Chevron, Cummins team on RNG engine demonstration with Walmart","excerpt":"

BIOMASS MAGAZINE June 8, 2022 Chevron U.S.A. Inc., a subsidiary of Chevron Corp., today announced definitive agreements to supply fuel linked to renewable natural gas for a Walmart Inc. demonstration of Cummins Inc.’s new 15-liter natural gas engine for heavy-duty trucks. As part of the agreements, Walmart will provide heavy-duty trucks for Cummins to integrate… Continue reading Chevron, Cummins team on RNG engine demonstration with Walmart

\n","date":"2022-06-08T11:24:15","slug":"chevron-cummins-team-on-rng-engine-demonstration-with-walmart","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/chevron-cummins-team-on-rng-engine-demonstration-with-walmart","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDA4MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/BlogImage.jpg","altText":"Leaves with rainbow stripes overlay"}},"title":"Dress your tech: Bright with Pride","excerpt":"

The month of June recognizes and celebrates Pride—the self-affirmation, dignity, equality, and increased visibility of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and CIS people as a social group. Diversity & Inclusion are at the core of our values and act as a guiding principle for how we acknowledge and celebrate initiatives such as Pride Month. We’ve created… Continue reading Dress your tech: Bright with Pride

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“It takes no compromise to give people their rights. It takes no money to respect the individual. It takes no survey to remove repressions.” – Harvey Milk I believe one of the best characteristics of the human race is the tremendous amount of diversity we possess as a species. Even if some of us look,… Continue reading Be You. Be Proud. Be Bright.

\n","date":"2022-06-06T11:08:59","slug":"brightmark-celebrates-diversity","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-celebrates-diversity","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Mzk4MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/Bright-with-Pride-Playlists.jpg","altText":"Bright with Pride Playlists logo"}},"title":"Bright with Pride Playlists","excerpt":"

Diversity & Inclusion are at the core of our values at Brightmark. These guiding principles serve as a compass for how we choose to acknowledge, protect, and celebrate diversity at our company. Our “Bright with Pride” and “Brighter with Pride” playlists infuse fun, pop culture, and upbeat songs to help you get loud and celebrate… Continue reading Bright with Pride Playlists

\n","date":"2022-06-03T12:17:55","slug":"brightwithpride","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightwithpride","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4Mzc4NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/40A9022-scaled.jpg","altText":"Students Beach cleanup group photo"}},"title":"Young Students Spend the Day Learning to Conquer Plastics in the Ocean","excerpt":"

A group of 60 students from New River Middle School in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, recently spent the day collecting trash on the beach that they measured, sorted, and cataloged to learn more about the devastating effect that plastics have on the ocean ecosystem.

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Mental health matters during Mental Health Awareness Month and beyond. To advocate for positive mental health conversations,  practices, and initiatives and to show our support, we’ve created a simple way for you to nurture your mind with nature through “Breathe with Brightmark.” This curated collection of nature videos is dedicated to helping you take a… Continue reading Breathe with Brightmark

\n","date":"2022-05-09T08:32:18","slug":"breathe-with-brightmark","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/breathe-with-brightmark","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDQ4OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/04/DJI_0094-scaled.jpg","altText":"Plastics facility"}},"title":"2022 Northeast Indiana Manufacturing Awards presented","excerpt":"

The 2022 Northeast Indiana Manufacturing Awards highlighted some of the outstanding products being created in Northeast Indiana. KPC Media and the Regional Chamber of Northeast Indiana held the event virtually April 29. The inaugural event was in 2020 with 2021’s event canceled because of COVID-19.

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“Mental health problems don’t define who you are. They are something you experience. You walk in the rain, and you feel the rain, but, importantly, YOU ARE NOT THE RAIN.” – Matt Haig For quite some time, mental health seemed to garner a taboo reputation. It was a point of contention for many, and something… Continue reading Mental Health Matters: Always Be Kind to Your Mind

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KPC MEDIA April 22, 2022 AUBURN — Before returning to Washington next week, Sen. Mike Braun, R-Indiana, made a swing through northeast Indiana to cap off his trip home to the Hoosier state. Braun was in Angola Thursday night for the GOP’s Lincoln Day dinner before stopping in Ashley Friday morning to tour the Brightmark… Continue reading Senator Braun tours Brightmark during northeast Indiana stop

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Milestone achieved at flagship Ashley, Indiana Plastics Renewal Facility. SAN FRANCISCO, CA – April 21, 2022 – Brightmark LLC, the global waste solutions provider, today announced it has achieved the milestone of recycling four million pounds of plastic waste. This waste, which includes all forms of plastics types 1-7, has been successfully recycled at the… Continue reading Brightmark Celebrates Earth Day with Milestone Achievement of Four Million Pounds of Plastic Waste Recycled

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Here are the top 10 zero-waste and sustainable restaurants you can enjoy for a night out while also being eco-conscious!

\n","date":"2022-04-12T09:02:52","slug":"top-10-zero-waste-restaurants-around-the-world","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/top-10-zero-waste-restaurants-around-the-world","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MzU1MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/04/howtorecycle.jpg","altText":"man recyling a cup"}},"title":"Learn how to recycle right","excerpt":"

We get it; the different plastic types can be confusing. What does each of the numbers mean? And how do you know which number goes where? Through our “Recycle Right Guide,” you can learn about each specific plastic type, how to properly recycle each, and find ways to reduce your overall plastic consumption—helping us create… Continue reading Learn how to recycle right

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“You cannot get through a single day without having an impact on the world around you. What you do makes a difference, and you have to decide what kind of a difference you want to make.” – Jane Goodall As a child, I spent time with my grandmother in the garden. She had this tremendous… Continue reading There is Strength in Stewardship

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Leading a company that faces some of the planet’s most significant environmental challenges can be discouraging. It’s easy to become preoccupied with the massive scope of Earth’s waste crisis. I’ve previously written about how I cope with that, including focusing on solutions like Brightmark’s plastics renewal technology. After a few days of hanging out with… Continue reading The Kids Are Alright

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60 students from New River Middle School hit the beach in Hollywood picking up things along the shoreline that we know don’t belong there.

\n","date":"2022-03-29T11:11:48","slug":"middle-school-students-turn-trash-into-treasure-while-cleaning-hollywood-beaches","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/middle-school-students-turn-trash-into-treasure-while-cleaning-hollywood-beaches","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NDQ4MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/40A1651-1-scaled.jpg","altText":"Plastics facility tractor"}},"title":"Brightmark taking plastics renewal to Australia","excerpt":"

THE HERALD REPLICAN  March 25, 2022 SAN FRANCISCO — Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, recently announced plans to construct an advanced plastics renewal facility for the Parkes Special Activation Precinct in New South Wales, Australia. Brightmark will be taking the technology used in creation of its original plant in Ashley down under. With the… Continue reading Brightmark taking plastics renewal to Australia

\n","date":"2022-03-25T11:08:44","slug":"brightmark-taking-plastics-renewal-to-australia","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-taking-plastics-renewal-to-australia","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MzI1OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Ukraine-and-Nature.png","altText":"Ukraine flag on mountain"}},"title":"We Need to Stand Up for What’s Right—Always: How to Support Ukraine","excerpt":"

What is currently happening in Ukraine is hard to miss—even more so, it’s saddening to witness. From the various pieces of live news coverage to the surmounting number of individuals doing all they can to give and show support, it’s yet another trying time for humanity as we close one chapter and begin another. I… Continue reading We Need to Stand Up for What’s Right—Always: How to Support Ukraine

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Did you know that the average American eats about a credit card-sized amount of plastic every single week? Not exactly appealing, is it? Microplastics are synthetic particles with at least three dimensions up to 5 millimeters in diameter, and they are pervasive and persistent global pollutants. In California, microplastics have been found in vital marine… Continue reading California Leads on Microplastics

\n","date":"2022-03-14T07:24:38","slug":"california-leads-on-microplastics","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/california-leads-on-microplastics","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MzEzMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/CompostingatHome.jpg","altText":"Pouring food scraps into a composter"}},"title":"A guide to composting","excerpt":"

Living a more sustainable lifestyle is imperative—but it can be hard to find ways to make fundamental changes that make a genuine impact. However, small changes can make a significant difference, and these small steps make considerable progress over time. With our Composting 101 Guide, you can Make Your Mark by starting small changes in… Continue reading A guide to composting

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“I raise my voice—not so that I can shout, but so that those without a voice can be heard… We cannot all succeed when half of us are held back.” – Malaya Yousafzai March is Women’s History Month—a month that commemorates and encourages the study, observance, and celebration of the vital role of women in… Continue reading Women Make History Every Month

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The latest recipients of the NSW Government’s $250 million Jobs Plus Program have been announced, with help for autonomous vehicles, robotics, recycling, and advanced manufacturing specialists set to support more than 1,900 new jobs across the state. Sunday, March 6, 2022- New South Wales, Australia Minister for Enterprise, Investment, and Trade Stuart Ayres said that… Continue reading 1,900 New Jobs on the Way as Businesses Choose NSW Expansion

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ABC CENTRAL WEST March 3, 2022 A US-based recycling company has announced plans to build the largest plastic processing factory in Australia in the New South Wales Central West. Brightmark is investing $260 million to build the recycling plant in Parkes. The facility will have the capacity to recycle 200,000 tonnes of waste plastic per… Continue reading Global company to transform Australian recycling with $260-million plant in NSW Central West

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PARKES CHAMPION-POST March 3, 2022 ‘It’s a game-changer.’ That’s what Deputy Premier, and Minister for Regional NSW, Paul Toole, who was in Parkes on Tuesday, thinks about a new tenant for Parkes’ Special Activation Precinct (SAP). He was in Parkes to announce a $260 million direct investment, and over 100 new jobs, are coming to… Continue reading Brightmark investing $260 million, hundreds of jobs in Parkes Special Activation Precinct

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With the establishment of this new facility, Brightmark will be the first new circular economy business in the Parkes Special Activation Precinct, as well as the first-of-its-kind advanced recycling, plastics renewal facility in Australia. Brightmark will be constructing the facility in partnership with the NSW Government, as part of its commitment to drive economic growth and prosperity in regional NSW.

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SYRACUSE.COM Bob Powell, of Syracuse, is the Founder of Brightmark, a waste solutions company that plans to divert more than 10 million metric tons of plastic waste from landfills by 2030. Just this month, New York broke ground on its first offshore wind project, South Fork Wind, marking a major milestone for the state’s burgeoning… Continue reading Next step for NY’s green economy: improving how we recycle (Guest Opinion by Bob Powell)

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Some companies are doing their due diligence in being eco-friendly, eco-conscious, sustainable companies that use sustainable materials and give back to the Earth! Here are ten sustainable brands to look out for in 2022.

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“Human progress is neither automatic nor inevitable… Every step toward the goal of justice requires sacrifice, suffering, and struggle; the tireless exertions and passionate concern of dedicated individuals.” – Martin Luther King, Jr. I’m a big Olympics fan. I enjoy the spirit of competition, the athletes’ stories, and the immense physical and mental training and… Continue reading Celebrate Black History All Year

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Here are the best sustainable cities to live in and the reasons why they are sustainable! All these cities are so beautiful, and if you decide that you don’t want to live in a completely different city, any of these cities are definitely worth the visit! 

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CEO and founder Bob Powell shares how (and why) it’s important to win support for future plastics renewal plants as Brightmark works to create a world without waste. Read more on why Bob is credited as a “Peace Maker” during a time when local opposition arises in this exclusive article authored by Geoff Giordano in… Continue reading Brightmark CEO Featured in Plastics Engineering Magazine

\n","date":"2022-02-11T10:10:22","slug":"brightmark-green-genes","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-green-genes","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MjM3MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/kornel-mahl-J30dKbzvtQo-unsplash-1280x800-1.jpeg","altText":"iPhone taking a picture of a creek"}},"title":"Top 5 Sustainability Social Media Influencers to Follow","excerpt":"

To make navigating social media just a little bit easier, here are five sustainable social media influencers and why you should give them a follow!

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Whether you call it molecular, difficult-to-recycle, or advanced plastics recycling, technological peers of Brightmark’s proprietary plastics renewal process are growing in diversity and prominence as the world shifts toward a circular economy. Even when prioritizing strategies like reducing single-use plastic production, developing bioplastics, and increasing the use of refill systems, advanced recycling solutions like Brightmark’s… Continue reading Collaborating for the Future of Advanced Plastic Recycling

\n","date":"2022-02-09T08:51:25","slug":"collaborating-for-the-future-of-advanced-plastic-recycling","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/collaborating-for-the-future-of-advanced-plastic-recycling","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MzQ0OA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/zero-waste-lifestyle.jpeg","altText":"Sustainable house supplies"}},"title":"How to Live Your Best (Zero-waste) Life","excerpt":"

Zero-waste living is more than just recycling; zero-waste living entails that you are eliminating 100% of the waste that is sent to a landfill. Using reusable daily items such as reusable water bottles, reusable jars for spices, shopping bags, storage containers, etc., are all ways that help with incorporating a zero-waste lifestyle.

\n","date":"2022-01-29T10:12:55","slug":"how-to-live-your-best-zero-waste-life","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/how-to-live-your-best-zero-waste-life","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1NQ==","name":"The Green Pages Blog","slug":"green-pages-blog"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MjIxNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Untitled-1080-x-1080-px-Presentation-169-2-pdf.jpg","altText":""}},"title":"Brightmark, Chevron Announce Vlot Anaerobic Digestion Project","excerpt":"

The Vlot anaerobic digestion project is anticipated to capture, clean, and convert methane from manure that would otherwise escape to the atmosphere on the Vlot Calf Ranch and dairy farm into renewable natural gas (RNG).  When used in the transportation sector, renewable natural gas from dairy operations has a negative carbon intensity on a lifecycle basis under California’s Low Carbon Fuel Standard. The Vlot Project is Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC’s first renewable natural gas project in the state of California.  

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Article by BUILDINGS January 19, 2022– Picture a conference table in any style. Now ask yourself a simple question—how do I know if this furniture is healthy? If this mental exercise feels nebulous, you aren’t alone. One of the ongoing challenges in interior design is to define what a healthy material is. The leading perspective… Continue reading BUILDINGS: Material Health Requires a Look from All Angles

\n","date":"2022-01-19T11:17:27","slug":"buildings-feature","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/buildings-feature","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MzI1Ng==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/Brightmark_PChang-0639-4-scaled.jpg","altText":"Brightmark headquarters office"}},"title":"METROPOLIS: Arcsine Designs Brightmark Headquarters to Support its Green Mission","excerpt":"

Article by METROPOLIS. January 19, 2022 The Oakland-based architecture and interior design firm specified the materials from other innovative, sustainability-minded brands and manufacturers. By: Jessica Ritz It’s not surprising that Brightmark, an engineering group at the forefront of renewable energy development, prioritized sustainability when it came time to design its new San Francisco headquarters. Company leadership… Continue reading METROPOLIS: Arcsine Designs Brightmark Headquarters to Support its Green Mission

\n","date":"2022-01-19T06:37:20","slug":"metropolis-feature","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/metropolis-feature","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MjA5OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Fearless-Dive-scaled.jpg","altText":"Scuba divers underwater"}},"title":"Embrace the Fear, Let it Make You Fearless","excerpt":"

“The impossible—we are told—cannot be achieved. To overcome the ‘impossible,’ we need to use our wits and be fearless.” – Phillippe Petit What comes to mind when you think of the term “fearless”? Do you think about a particular person? A comic book superhero? A role model? A historical figure? Many ideas come to mind… Continue reading Embrace the Fear, Let it Make You Fearless

\n","date":"2022-01-10T08:17:28","slug":"embrace-the-fear-let-it-make-you-fearless","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/embrace-the-fear-let-it-make-you-fearless","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTc0NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/A9A7848-scaled.jpg","altText":"Water tower in Ashley, Indiana"}},"title":"5 Year Impact Report","excerpt":"

Welcome to our 5 Year Impact Report. Our goal to Reimagine Waste is more than a mission—it’s a way of life. As 2021 marks our fifth anniversary, we’re proud and grateful to showcase our first-ever impact report—highlighting all we’re doing at Brightmark to create a world without waste.   Within this report, you’ll learn:  Our… Continue reading 5 Year Impact Report

\n","date":"2021-12-21T06:56:53","slug":"5-year-impact-report","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/5-year-impact-report","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTc0MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/A9A8431-scaled.jpg","altText":"Two men in safety gear talking"}},"title":"We’ve Got to Decarbonize Everything","excerpt":"

One of the outcomes I found most encouraging from the recent COP26 (United Nations Climate Change Conference) in Glasgow was the announcement of new efforts that will work to slash carbon emissions from industries that have been historically difficult to decarbonize. Such work is essential because while the world has made tremendous progress toward developing… Continue reading We’ve Got to Decarbonize Everything

\n","date":"2021-12-17T10:59:31","slug":"weve-got-to-decarbonize-everything","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/weve-got-to-decarbonize-everything","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTQ4MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/DJI_0874-6-scaled.jpg","altText":"Overhead view of plastics renewal center"}},"title":"Brightmark Receives ISCC PLUS Certification","excerpt":"

Certification ensures compliance with high ecological and social sustainability requirements, greenhouse gas emissions savings, and traceability throughout the supply chain  Ashley, IN, December 09, 2021: Brightmark, LLC the global waste solutions provider, today announced that its Ashley, Indiana Plastics Renewal Facility has been ISCC PLUS (International Sustainability and Carbon Certification) certified. The certification is provided by… Continue reading Brightmark Receives ISCC PLUS Certification

\n","date":"2021-12-09T07:59:58","slug":"brightmark-receives-iscc-plus-certification","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-receives-iscc-plus-certification","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTQ0MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/IMG_0646-scaled.jpeg","altText":"Brightmark San Francisco office team photo"}},"title":"The Gift of Giving Back","excerpt":"

“When you’re in a position to have gotten so much, the gift at this point is giving back.” – Paul Stanley  I genuinely love the holiday season. Sometimes it may sound cliche, but it truly is one of the best times of the year. It’s almost as if there’s a magical power floating throughout the… Continue reading The Gift of Giving Back

\n","date":"2021-12-06T15:57:55","slug":"the-gift-of-giving-back","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/the-gift-of-giving-back","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTM4OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/sunset-scaled.jpg","altText":"Beach at sunset"}},"title":"On the Shore","excerpt":"

During the COVID-19 pandemic, Americans began traveling differently. And so did I. In lieu of my annual two-week excursion abroad with my husband, my family has stuck closer to home and focused on short excursions that don’t require plane travel (not until our 4-year-old is vaccinated, anyway). Local travel has scratched my wanderlust itch…mostly. I continue to dream of the Mediterranean, but I’m also grateful for the destinations I have visited in the DMV (DC-Maryland-Virginia area). 

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Tasked to redesign the office space for waste solutions organization Brightmark, Arcsine wove together eco-forward materials and elements that echo the company’s unwavering dedication to a sustainable and waste-free environment. The office, which reopened in June 2021, is located in the heart of San Francisco’s famous Telegraph Hill neighborhood.

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“Our world faces difficult challenges, but no more so than in the past. Working together in a constructive spirit, we can assure our children the future they deserve.” – Paul Kagame When asked, “what do I truly live for?” My answer always remains the same: my kids, Claire, Sean, and Grace—the three most important people… Continue reading Be the Change You Want to See: Creating a World for Future Generations

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Brightmark Named Honorable Mention in Fast Company’s First-Ever List of the Next Big Things in Tech New Recognition Program Highlights Tech Breakthroughs That Promise to Define the Future of Their Industries    San Francisco, CA, November 18, 2021: Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, today announced that it has been recognized as an Honorable Mention… Continue reading Brightmark Fast Company Next Big Things in Tech

\n","date":"2021-11-18T10:09:47","slug":"brightmark-fast-company-next-big-things-in-tech","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-fast-company-next-big-things-in-tech","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTA4Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/guy-harveyxbrightmark.jpg","altText":"Boat driving in circles"}},"title":"Brightmark Partners with Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation","excerpt":"

Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation Expands High School Marine Science Curriculum to Include Plastics in Partnership with Brightmark FT. LAUDERDALE, Fla. (November 16, 2021) – Two powerhouses have come together to provide a marine sciences curriculum for high school students focused on the impacts of post-use plastics on oceans and marine life and the greater ecosystem… Continue reading Brightmark Partners with Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation

\n","date":"2021-11-16T09:00:30","slug":"brightmark-partners-with-guy-harvey-ocean-foundation","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-partners-with-guy-harvey-ocean-foundation","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NzQ3MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/Cows-Grazing-scaled.jpg","altText":"Overhead view of cows grazing"}},"title":"True sustainability: Your next car or home could be powered by cow poop","excerpt":"

How does Brightmark do it? Through anaerobic digestion, large-scale manure tanks are turned into big “stomachs” that digest all the organic materials, and the gas is captured and sold back to the grid.

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Growing up, it was impossible to avoid the fact that our yard abutted a chicken farm. Before the row of pines at the rear of our property grew a couple of stories over my head—and when the wind blew just right—the aroma was overpowering, contributing to my understandable ambivalence toward my hometown’s leading industry. Farming is so influential here, in fact, that my high school held an annual Tractor Day, during which students drove their family’s tractors to school, parked them in the bus lane, and were excused from school for the day to host students out at the parking lot on their shiny farm equipment, a tradition I firmly eschewed.

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This Company Is On a Mission To Reimagine Waste with Bob Powell How do you turn animal waste and plastic into renewable energy? Bob Powell, CEO of Brightmark, explains how his company has created technology to do just that. Bob and his team are on a mission to reimagine waste. He talks about how their… Continue reading GoodMakers Podcast

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Peer-reviewed life cycle analysis of the company’s proprietary advanced plastics renewal recycling technology yields significant environmental savings.     Brightmark, the global waste solutions company, today announced that a life cycle analysis of its plastics renewal technology has revealed that its proprietary, pyrolysis-based process produces 39%-139% fewer greenhouse gas emissions than equivalent products made from… Continue reading Brightmark’s Plastics Renewal Technology Reduces Carbon Footprint From Fuels By 39%-139%

\n","date":"2021-11-11T18:38:03","slug":"lca","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/lca","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MDYzOA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/hudsonvalley.png","altText":"Overhead view of Hudson Valley"}},"title":"Brightmark, Chevron Announce First Renewable Natural Gas at Lawnhurst Farms","excerpt":"

Brightmark, Chevron achieve first delivery of renewable natural gas produced at Lawnhurst Farms, part of their previously announced partnership to own project companies to produce and market RNG Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC – a joint venture partnership between Chevron U.S.A. Inc. and Brightmark Fund Holdings LLC, a subsidiary of Brightmark LLC, the global waste solutions… Continue reading Brightmark, Chevron Announce First Renewable Natural Gas at Lawnhurst Farms

\n","date":"2021-11-01T18:36:22","slug":"brightmark-chevron-announce-first-renewable-natural-gas-at-lawnhurst-farms","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-chevron-announce-first-renewable-natural-gas-at-lawnhurst-farms","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyNw==","name":"Top Stories","slug":"top-stories"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MjY2MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/1635273979405.jpeg","altText":"RecycleForce groundbreaking"}},"title":"The Gift of Second Chances: Finding Hope and Opportunity Around Every Corner","excerpt":"

“Look, if you had one shot or one opportunity to seize everything you ever wanted in one moment, would you capture it or just let it slip?” – Eminem Second chances are powerful. When someone embraces an opportunity to improve or to walk a different path, they can change their circumstances and inspire others around… Continue reading The Gift of Second Chances: Finding Hope and Opportunity Around Every Corner

\n","date":"2021-10-26T18:47:10","slug":"the-gift-of-second-chances","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/the-gift-of-second-chances","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTU4MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/BrightMark_Photoshoot_2020SEP19_183A7600-scaled.jpg","altText":"Brightmark beach cleanup photoshoot"}},"title":"Teamwork Does Make the Dream Work","excerpt":"

“If you care about someone, and you got a little love in your heart, there ain’t nothing you can’t get through together.” – Ted Lasso Lately, I’ve been pondering about why specific individuals choose to take the road less traveled. It’s arguably a more difficult path to follow—with various unknown challenges that lay in the… Continue reading Teamwork Does Make the Dream Work

\n","date":"2021-09-27T10:00:12","slug":"teamwork-does-make-the-dream-work","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/teamwork-does-make-the-dream-work","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3ODczMQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/09/post_awarded.jpg","altText":"Sustainability Wheat field"}},"title":"Brightmark Awarded for Global Sustainability","excerpt":"

Business Intelligence Group recognizes Brightmark’s Ashley, Indiana Plastics Renewal Facility as Sustainability Initiative of the Year.

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By the year 2050, there will be more plastic in the ocean than fish due to a glut of plastic manufactured in the United States that cannot be recycled. This unrecyclable plastic, typically plastics type 3-7, sits in a landfill or as litter in our natural environment, where it eventually becomes a global nuisance. While… Continue reading Pyrolysis 101

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BLOOMBERG GREEN By: Naureen S. Malik Chevron Corp. is accelerating its push to convert cow manure into renewable natural gas as part of its effort to reduce its carbon footprint. The oil major and its joint venture partner Brightmark LLC, a waste solutions manager, will build another 10 facilities to produce dairy biomethane to fuel… Continue reading Chevron Expanding Push into Dairy-to-Gas Fuel to Cut Emissions

\n","date":"2021-08-24T11:08:39","slug":"chevron-expanding-push-into-dairy-to-gas-fuel-to-cut-emissions","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/chevron-expanding-push-into-dairy-to-gas-fuel-to-cut-emissions","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTY2NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/40A1789-scaled.jpg","altText":"Plastic waste"}},"title":"What can and can’t be recycled","excerpt":"

Most mechanical recycling facilities collect plastics #1 and #2, easily recycled through traditional technologies. These empty soda bottles and salad dressing containers can be recycled into new versions or turned into other long-lasting products. Plastics #3 through #7 are notoriously difficult to recycle because additives included during manufacturing cannot be removed. This challenge is compounded… Continue reading What can and can’t be recycled

\n","date":"2021-08-01T10:00:03","slug":"what-can-and-cant-be-recycled","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/what-can-and-cant-be-recycled","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3ODYzOA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/Brightmark_ClimateforChange_Post.png","altText":"Landfill"}},"title":"Climate For Change: Closing The Loop: Ep 1: Waste Not","excerpt":"

This series examines how Singapore, with its green plan and sustainable practices, is driving change, while other forward-thinking countries are unlocking economic opportunities by closing the resource loop. Meet the smart, motivated entrepreneurs who are making it happen.

\n","date":"2021-07-30T06:37:49","slug":"cna-closingtheloop","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/cna-closingtheloop","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"},{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToxOA==","name":"Podcasts","slug":"podcasts"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3ODYyNQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/bankerslife.jpg","altText":"Indiana Pacers Fieldhouse"}},"title":"80% of waste from Bankers Life Fieldhouse renovations is being kept out of landfills","excerpt":"

RecycleForce is separating the plastic from the steel components of the stadium seats and then sending it to Brightmark, a facility in northern Indiana that purchases hard-to-recycle plastics and converts them into ultra-low sulfur diesel fuel and industrial wax.

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Did you know that just because plastic items have a recycle symbol doesn’t guarantee they’re recyclable? The number within the ♻️ symbol identifies the type of plastic, which determines if it can be recycled. This can make recycling a challenge. But we have good news! We are changing the way plastic recycling works. Our plastic… Continue reading Different plastic types

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Life cycle carbon-negative RNG projects to collectively generate 89,000 metric tons of greenhouse gas credits.   SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, today broke ground on three renewable natural gas (RNG) projects in Michigan. The projects are owned by and will be operated through subsidiaries of Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC, a partnership with… Continue reading Brightmark Breaks Ground on Three Renewable Natural Gas Projects in Michigan

\n","date":"2021-06-30T08:00:47","slug":"brightmark-breaks-ground-on-three-renewable-natural-gas-projects-in-michigan-2","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-breaks-ground-on-three-renewable-natural-gas-projects-in-michigan-2","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTY3NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/iStock-480688427.jpg","altText":"Orange recycling truck"}},"title":"Recycling coloring pages","excerpt":"

Let’s make recycling fun with these coloring pages (adults can color too). Recycling truck coloring page Plastic types coloring page Celebrate Earth Day Reduce, reuse, recycle Recycling in the park maze   About Brightmark Brightmark is a global waste solutions company with a mission to Reimagine Waste. The company takes a holistic, closed-loop, circular economy… Continue reading Recycling coloring pages

\n","date":"2021-06-05T10:00:27","slug":"recycling-coloring-pages","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/recycling-coloring-pages","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4NTc2MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/AdobeStock_249189659-scaled.jpeg","altText":"Plastic in water"}},"title":"What are microplastics? Understanding microplastics","excerpt":"

According to @natgeo, the ocean has 5.25 trillion pieces of plastic debris. They report that 269,000 tons float on the surface, while some four billion plastic microfibers per square kilometer litter the deep sea. One of the ocean’s most significant contributors to microplastics comes from synthetic textiles. The release of microplastics from synthetic clothing happens during… Continue reading What are microplastics? Understanding microplastics

\n","date":"2021-06-01T11:23:22","slug":"what-are-microplastics-understanding-microplastics","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/what-are-microplastics-understanding-microplastics","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3ODI2NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/AdobeStock_241087318-scaled.jpeg","altText":"Swarm of fish in the sea"}},"title":"Teachings from the Sea","excerpt":"

Perspective is truly a phenomenal concept. Recently, I’ve been looking at things a little differently. I have the fortunate opportunity to spend a little time underwater as I sought my dive certification, and I’ve found that being underwater has allowed me to reflect on the impact of our work at Brightmark and the “why” behind it all…. From a completely new perspective.

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Moving that material proved challenging for the organization in the past, but in 2019, RecycleForce found a consistent outlet in Brightmark, a chemical recycling company operating in nearby Ashley, Ind. That company currently takes all of the plastic RecycleForce produces and it converts the material into fuel, oil and wax products.

\n","date":"2021-05-24T15:49:18","slug":"nonprofit-processor-plans-major-expansion","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/nonprofit-processor-plans-major-expansion","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3ODIxNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/05/A9A7858-scaled.jpg","altText":"Ashley, Indiana smiley face water tower"}},"title":"Brightmark spreads its environmentalism throughout Ashley","excerpt":"

As part of a postponed Earth Day event, Brightmark employees fanned out across Ashley, picking up trash — particularly plastic — and planting trees.

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The history of recycling goes back further than you might think. The first recorded use of paper recycling was in ninth-century Japan. In the 1690s, recycling came to what would eventually become the United States. A mill in Philadelphia recycled cotton rags and linen into paper sold to printers to be used in Bibles and… Continue reading Recycling 101

\n","date":"2021-05-10T10:00:04","slug":"recycling-101","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/recycling-101","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOQ==","name":"Make Your Mark","slug":"make-your-mark"},{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo1Nw==","name":"Resources","slug":"resources"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo4MTY0OQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/CaballeroGroundbreaking_May2021-1001-2-scaled.jpg","altText":"Shovels in dirt at Caballero groundbreaking"}},"title":"Brightmark Breaks Ground on Caballero Renewable Natural Gas Project in Arizona","excerpt":"

Brightmark enters the Arizona market and advances its mission to reimagine waste with carbon-negative RNG projects across the U.S.   SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, today broke ground on the Caballero Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) project, which includes the construction of new anaerobic digesters at Caballero Dairy Farms, an 8,800 animal farm… Continue reading Brightmark Breaks Ground on Caballero Renewable Natural Gas Project in Arizona

\n","date":"2021-05-04T08:00:12","slug":"brightmark-breaks-ground-on-caballero-renewable-natural-gas-project-in-arizona","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-breaks-ground-on-caballero-renewable-natural-gas-project-in-arizona","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3ODAxNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/04/A9A8618-scaled.jpg","altText":"Man walking through plastics facility"}},"title":"Breaking Free from Plastic Pollution","excerpt":"

Solving the global plastic pollution crisis will require thoughtful collaboration, compromise, and innovation across the manufacturing, packaging, and waste management industries. In order to effectively address this complex challenge, everyone in this space needs a seat at the table, enabling us all to further develop holistic solutions that protect the environment, the economy, and jobs. Unfortunately, some of the provisions in recent proposed federal legislation could have a devastating impact on emerging innovation and economic growth in the new circular economy.

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Brightmark is expanding into plastics recycling, beginning with plans to launch a 100,000-ton-a-year facility in Ashley, Indiana. Global energy giant bp is a key offtake customer.

\n","date":"2021-04-06T12:21:52","slug":"brightmark-lands-offtake-agreement-with-bp","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-lands-offtake-agreement-with-bp","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToz","name":"News","slug":"news"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NzcwMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/Brighmark-landscape30-scaled-e1638571291927.jpg","altText":"Man sitting on mountain"}},"title":"The Hill We Climb","excerpt":"

January 2021 felt like an especially tumultuous month in what has been a tumultuous time. In the midst of it all, the Presidential Inauguration was a bright spot that reminded me of the resilient spirit of America that cannot be broken. It was encouraging to see members of both major political parties come together for this great American tradition, embracing a moment of unity that has been sorely missed by many Americans, including myself.

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Brightmark LLC and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. today announced the expansion of their joint venture, Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC, to own projects across the United States to produce and market dairy biomethane, a renewable natural gas (RNG).

\n","date":"2021-02-17T08:04:42","slug":"chevron-expanded-partnership","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/chevron-expanded-partnership","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NzcwNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/02/A9A8198-scaled.jpg","altText":"Person driving recycling forklift"}},"title":"San Francisco Recycling Company aims to Tackle 1/3 of Korea’s Plastic Waste","excerpt":"

Brightmark signed an agreement with SK Global Chemical — a subsidiary of SK Innovation — to form a joint venture to develop, finance, construct and operate a plastics renewal facility in Korea with an annual capacity of 100,000 metric tons in pursuit of a “plastics-to-plastics” circular economy.

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For companies like mine that are relentlessly focused on creating sustainable solutions, the idea of achieving truly circular economic solutions (systems that eliminate waste and reuse our resources) is incredibly motivating.

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Before Florida dairy farmer Louis “Red” Larson passed away at the age of 96 last July, his family compiled a book called “Papa Red Said.” It was a tribute to one of the dairy industry’s true pioneers and contained many of his sayings that provided inspiration to his sons, grandchildren and great-grandchildren.

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Brightmark has been working on solutions to the two environmental challenges domestically for a while now. For the plastic waste problem, the company closed a $260 million financing package in 2019 to capitalize the construction of their first commercial-scale plastics-to-fuel plant. Located in Ashley, Indiana, that plant is slated to start up in the first half of this year.

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SK Global Chemical and Brightmark sign MOU aimed at construction of plastics renewal plant in South Korea.

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The new year is here, and I’m sure you share in my hope that some of the challenges facing America and the world come to resolution in 2021. If there’s anything we’ve learned in the past year, it’s that we can’t take our time on Earth for granted. Every passing moment is another chance to turn things around, even in the smallest way. This year, I encourage you to think of something you’ve perhaps been scared to try, and do it. Be bold. Be brave.

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Mechanical recycling is the recycling we have become most familiar with. It’s the type of recycling we expect when we push our plastics to the curb in those typical bins. When those plastics are sent to a recycling facility, they are transformed into raw materials or new products without significantly changing the material’s chemical structure.… Continue reading Where can our plastic go?

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It feels inadequate to say that 2020 has been a difficult year for many of us. You don’t need me to recount the news of the year to know that it’s felt like a real punch in the gut much of the time. Gratitude has really gotten me through this year – gratitude for my health, for my family, for the Brightmark team, and for work that’s meaningful and creates a better world.

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New STEM partnership to focus on ag-science, career development for the next generation of leaders in agriculture.   SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, and 4-H, the nation’s largest youth development organization, announced a new partnership that aims to inspire young people to pursue careers in agriculture, particularly in agricultural science and technology.… Continue reading Brightmark and 4-H Announce National Partnership to Inspire and Educate Youth in Agriculture

\n","date":"2020-12-09T08:00:05","slug":"brightmark-and-4-h-announce-national-partnership-to-inspire-and-educate-youth-in-agriculture","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-and-4-h-announce-national-partnership-to-inspire-and-educate-youth-in-agriculture","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NjkzNw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/12/agdaily.png","altText":"Digester"}},"title":"True sustainability: Your next car or home could be powered by cow poop","excerpt":"

How does Brightmark do it? Through anaerobic digestion, large-scale manure tanks are turned into big “stomachs” that digest all the organic materials, and the gas is captured and sold back to the grid.

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Could the ‘largest ever solicitation for plastics waste’ create a massive opportunity for material recovery facilities and municipalities across the US?

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RNG project to reduce the environmental impact of dairy manure and improve odor and nutrient management practices.   SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, today broke ground on The Sobek Renewable Natural Gas (RNG) project, which includes the construction of new anaerobic digesters at two Larson family dairy farms in Okeechobee County, Florida.… Continue reading Brightmark Breaks Ground on Sobek Renewable Natural Gas Project in Florida

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Could the ‘largest ever solicitation for plastics waste’ create a massive opportunity for material recovery facilities and municipalities across the US?

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Brightmark, a waste solutions company, is aiming to turn 100,000 tons of plastic into eco-friendly fuel and wax next year. CLICK HERE FOR VIDEO

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RNG projects to reduce the environmental impact of dairy manure and improve odor and nutrient management practices.   SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, today announced that it has partnered with three New York dairy farms on the Helios Project, the latest in a series of renewable natural gas (RNG) projects the company… Continue reading Brightmark Partners with New York Dairy Farms to Produce Renewable Natural Gas from Cow Manure

\n","date":"2020-10-27T08:00:27","slug":"brightmark-partners-with-new-york-dairy-farms-to-produce-renewable-natural-gas-from-cow-manure","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-partners-with-new-york-dairy-farms-to-produce-renewable-natural-gas-from-cow-manure","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3Njc3MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Screen-Shot-2022-02-18-at-2.38.39-PM.png","altText":"\"The Business Case for a UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution\" headline on ocean background"}},"title":"The Business Case for a UN Treaty on Plastic Pollution","excerpt":"

The number of international initiatives to fight plastic pollution has more than doubled in the last five years.

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At Brightmark, the scale of our ambition is great. Our team is deeply focused on doing important work that solves our planet’s most pressing environmental challenges, including climate change and plastic pollution.

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Chevron sees a bright future in natural gas-powered auto transportation. But it will be cows, not dinosaurs, supplying the fuel.

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Brightmark and Chevron just formed a joint venture to own projects across the United States to produce and market dairy biomethane. Greenlane Renewables signed a $5.8 million contract with Brightmark.

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Greenlane to supply biogas upgrading systems to returning customer, Brightmark, for a project generating RNG from dairy farms for injection into the local gas grid.

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Chevron Corp. is doubling down on its plan to turn cow manure into renewable natural gas.

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(Reuters) – Oil major Chevron Corp’s CVX.N U.S. unit and waste management firm Brightmark LLC said on Wednesday they have formed a joint venture to market dairy biomethane, a renewable natural gas made of methane emissions from cattle burps. Ruminant livestock such as cattle and sheep produce methane as a byproduct while digesting fibrous plant material. Methane… Continue reading Chevron, Brightmark form JV for Dairy Biomethane Fuel Project

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SAN RAMON, Calif. &SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark LLC and Chevron U.S.A. Inc. today announced the formation of a joint venture, Brightmark RNG Holdings LLC, to own projects across the United States to produce and market dairy biomethane, a renewable natural gas (RNG). Equity investments by each company in the new venture will fund the construction of… Continue reading Chevron, Brightmark Partner on Dairy Biomethane Fuel Projects

\n","date":"2020-10-07T08:00:47","slug":"brightmark-and-chevron-biomethane","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-and-chevron-biomethane","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NjcxMw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/business-insider.jpeg","altText":"Plastics facility sorting plastic waste"}},"title":"How waste solutions company Brightmark is converting plastic waste into fuel","excerpt":"

Brightmark’s facility is the first of its kind in the US. It converts plastic waste into wax and eco-friendly fuels on a commercial scale, a process Brightmark hopes will revolutionize the plastic industry when it opens full time in 2021.

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Brightmark wants to procure 1.2 million tons per year of post-use plastic types 1 through 7 from the eastern half of the United States to recycle into fuel and new materials at its plastics renewal plants.

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This past July, the plastics industry lost a pioneer in the field of recycling plastic waste when Dr. Richard Schwarz (“Dick” to those who knew him well) passed away.

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Company to deploy proven, breakthrough closed-loop solution for converting all types of plastic waste into sustainable fuels, plastics, and other high-value products   SAN FRANCISCO–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, today announced that it is launching the largest-ever solicitation for plastic waste and will deploy its proven, breakthrough circular solution for converting all types… Continue reading Brightmark Wants Your Plastic: Launches Largest Ever Solicitation for Plastic Waste

\n","date":"2020-07-30T08:00:24","slug":"brightmark-wants-your-plastic-launches-largest-ever-solicitation-for-plastic-waste","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-wants-your-plastic-launches-largest-ever-solicitation-for-plastic-waste","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NjMxMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/40A1713-scaled.jpg","altText":"Plastic waste on conveyer belt during COVID-19"}},"title":"COVID-19’s Little Plastic Waste Problem","excerpt":"

By now it has become quite obvious that Brightmark is dedicated to solving the planet’s massive post-use plastic disposal problem.

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Brightmark, the global waste solutions provider, announced today it has successfully completed a pilot collection program for boat wrap with a local marine services dealer located near the company’s Ashley, Ind. plastics renewal facility.

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And one of those waste problems has been staring us in the face for a long time. In fact, you’ve probably seen it yourself, but failed to notice the issue. But the next time you drive by a marina, pay attention to how much shrink wrap covers the boats in dry dock.

\n","date":"2020-07-01T10:05:38","slug":"solving-big-waste-problems","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/solving-big-waste-problems","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NTk5MA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Jason-Sasse.jpg","altText":"Jason Sasse as plastics facility"}},"title":"Brightmark Hires Indiana Local Jason Sasse as Plant Manager for New Recycling Plant","excerpt":"

Brightmark, the global waste solutions leader, today announced that it has hired Northeast Indiana native Jason Sasse as the plant manager for its Ashley, Indiana plastics renewal plant.

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Above all else, I truly believe we are in this together. During this time of extenuating challenges, it is unity, inclusion and teamwork that make me feel most inspired and optimistic about the future.

\n","date":"2020-06-16T08:12:16","slug":"letter-from-the-ceo-june-2020","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/letter-from-the-ceo-june-2020","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NTU2Nw==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/05/iStock-1061824016.jpg","altText":"Man at plastics facility operating a machine"}},"title":"COVID-19: Looking forward","excerpt":"

Where do we go from here? In this time of hardship and challenges that most of us have never experienced, how do we create a path forward and our new norm?

\n","date":"2020-05-15T11:39:24","slug":"letter-from-the-ceo-may-2020","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/letter-from-the-ceo-may-2020","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NTE3Ng==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/Green-Fern-Plant.jpg","altText":"Green Fern Plant"}},"title":"Brightmark Debuts New Brand Identity and Growth Plan","excerpt":"

Brightmark Energy, the global waste solutions leader, today announced that it has dropped the word “Energy” from its name and will be known as simply “Brightmark” to better reflect the company’s mission and focus.

\n","date":"2020-04-21T14:35:31","slug":"brand-announcement","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brand-announcement","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NTEwMA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2021/12/BrightMark_Photoshoot_2020SEP19_183A7600-scaled.jpg","altText":"Brightmark beach cleanup photoshoot"}},"title":"COVID-19: In it together","excerpt":"

During this time of dealing with a global pandemic, we truly are in this together. While we are faced with challenges and tests of strength, there is also more of a feeling of togetherness, optimism and support from mankind than I have ever experienced in my lifetime.

\n","date":"2020-04-19T11:12:26","slug":"letter-from-the-ceo-april-2020","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/letter-from-the-ceo-april-2020","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3NDg0NA==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/IMG_7393.jpeg","altText":"Brightmark employees with three kids at plastics facility"}},"title":"Living a more considered life","excerpt":"

We all are a part of the change and we are in it together. As Jane Goodall famously said, we all have the power to make change happen every day. When I reflect on the current state of the environment, I cannot help but feel overwhelmed by the importance and sense of urgency for us all to make change happen.

\n","date":"2020-04-15T17:46:31","slug":"letter-from-the-ceo-march-2020","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/letter-from-the-ceo-march-2020","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybTo3","name":"Letter from the CEO","slug":"ceo-letter"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3MzU2NQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/40A1651-1-scaled.jpg","altText":"Plastics facility tractor"}},"title":"Brightmark Narrows Search for Next Advanced Plastic Recycling Plant Locations","excerpt":"

Brightmark, a global waste solutions provider, today announced that while it has nationwide development plans, it is prioritizing its search for locations for its next advanced plastic recycling plants to key regions in Florida, Georgia, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Louisiana, and Texas. The company plans to make its final site selection decisions by the third quarter of 2020 and plans to have at least two sites shovel-ready by 2021.

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Brightmark, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, today announced that it has partnered with three Western Michigan farms on the latest in a series of biogas projects the company has launched over the past two years. The Michigan farmers have each signed supply agreements with Brightmark indicating their intent to provide the company with dairy manure from their herds that will serve as feedstock for new anaerobic digesters to be built on Beaver Creek Farm. The digesters will capture, extract, and clean the methane in the manure, then convert it into renewable natural gas (RNG) and inject it into a nearby gas pipeline.

\n","date":"2020-03-05T08:49:47","slug":"brightmark-partners-with-michigan-dairy-farms-to-produce-renewable-natural-gas-from-manure","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-partners-with-michigan-dairy-farms-to-produce-renewable-natural-gas-from-manure","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3MzU3Ng==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Yellowjacket.png","altText":"Yellowjacket digester"}},"title":"Brightmark to Expand Western New York Dairy Biogas Project","excerpt":"

Brightmark, a San Francisco-based waste to energy development company, announced today that it has expanded its Western New York dairy biogas project to partner with six total farms throughout the region. Including two new farms, the Yellowjacket project will extract methane from 265,000 gallons of dairy manure per day and convert it into renewable natural gas (RNG) and other useful products.

\n","date":"2020-02-20T08:53:08","slug":"brightmark-to-expand-western-new-york-dairy-biogas-project","uri":"https://brightmark.com/newsroom/brightmark-to-expand-western-new-york-dairy-biogas-project","projectPostFields":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFields","blockLocation":{"__typename":"ProjectPostFieldsBlockLocation","lat":null,"lng":null,"address":null}},"tags":{"__typename":"PostToTagConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Tag","id":"dGVybToyOA==","name":"Newsroom","slug":"newsroom"}]},"categories":{"__typename":"PostToCategoryConnection","nodes":[{"__typename":"Category","id":"dGVybToy","name":"Press Releases","slug":"press-releases"}]}},{"__typename":"Post","id":"cG9zdDo3MzU4MQ==","featuredImage":{"__typename":"NodeWithFeaturedImageToMediaItemConnectionEdge","node":{"__typename":"MediaItem","sourceUrl":"https://bmadmin.brightmark.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/Demter-ZoomedOutDigesters.png","altText":"Demter Digesters"}},"title":"Brightmark to Build South Dakota’s First-Ever Dairy Renewable Natural Gas Project","excerpt":"

Brightmark, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, announced today that it has signed a manure supply agreement with two South Dakota dairy companies, Boadwine Farms, Inc. and Mooody County Dairy Limited Partnership, to capture methane produced by nearly 12,000 dairy cows and heifers and convert it into renewable natural gas. The project is anticipated to produce 217,000 MMBtu of renewable natural gas each year, which is equivalent to the amount of gas needed to drive 2,492 vehicles for a full year. Brightmark is developing the project, and the company will also own and operate it upon completion.

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Project will convert 230,000 tons of manure per year into renewable natural gas, reduce methane emissions from Central Florida dairy farms SAN FRANCISCO — Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, announced today that it has partnered with four dairy farms in central Florida to build and operate three anaerobic digesters that… Continue reading Brightmark Partners with Larson Family Farms on Florida Biogas Project

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Today, Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy solutions company, and RecycleForce, an Indianapolis social enterprise that provides electronic recycling services and employs formerly incarcerated individuals, announced a new multi- faceted collaboration around training, hiring, and recycling. Brightmark has committed to hiring RecycleForce-trained individuals for jobs at its Ashley, Indiana advanced plastic recycling plant.

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Brightmark, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, announced today that it is launching a nationwide site search for U.S. locations suitable for its next set of advanced recycling facilities, which will convert hundreds of thousands of tons of post-consumer plastics into new products, including fuels, wax, and other products. The nationwide search will kick off on November 19 with a webinar and formal indication of interest submission for interested communities.

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Waste and energy development firm Brightmark launched a nationwide hunt this week for sites to develop an energy recycling facility project that could reach $1B of investment. Fortunately for Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston, both metropolitan areas are on the target list.

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Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste to energy development company, announced today that it has partnered with four dairy farms in upstate New York to utilize anaerobic digesters that will convert a total of 225,000 gallons of dairy waste per day from 11,000 cows into biogas and other useful products.

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Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, announced today that it has purchased an anaerobic digester northwest of Madison, Wisconsin that will convert 90,000 gallons per day of dairy waste from three local farms into biogas and other useful products. After planned installation of gas upgrade equipment is completed, the project is projected to produce enough renewable natural gas (RNG) to replace at least 50,000 MMBtu of conventional natural gas each year.

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Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, today broke ground on the nation’s first commercial-scale plastics-to-fuel plant in Ashley, Indiana. A total of 136 full time manufacturing jobs will be created in Northeast Indiana when all phases of the 112,000 square foot facility are operational

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Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, today announced the closing of a $260 million financing package for the construction of the nation’s first commercial-scale plastics-to-fuel plant, which will be located in Ashley, Indiana. The financing for “Brightmark Energy Ashley Indiana” includes $185 million in Indiana green bonds, which were underwritten by Goldman Sachs & Co.

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Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based waste and energy development company, recently launched a biogas project in Yakima County, Washington, that will convert 150,000 gallons per day of dairy waste from up to 7,000 cows into 160,000 MMBtu of renewable natural gas (RNG) – the equivalent of 1.4 million gallons of gasoline – and other products each year.

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Brightmark Energy, a San Francisco-based renewable energy development company, has acquired a majority interest and invested $10 million in a groundbreaking plastics-to-fuel technology company, RES Polyflow, while committing to an additional $47 million investment in the first commercial-scale plant to utilize this technology, which will be located in Indiana.

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The Larson family dairy farm in Okeechobee, Florida, partnered with Brightmark to process manure into a biogas being used to power homes.

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By recycling buoys and downlines into materials for new products instead of being sent to a landfill, Brightmark and the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary are taking meaningful and tangible steps to aid in handling the plastic waste crisis.

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Brightmark's plant in Ashley, Indiana, is the first of its kind in the US to convert plastic waste into usable products, like wax and eco-friendly fuel, on a commercial scale. The company hopes its technology can help solve the growing problem of plastic waste.

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By 2050, there will be more plastic in our oceans than marine life. And plastic has a notoriously long life in landfills. We meet entrepreneurs discovering new ways to retrieve plastic from our waterways, turning it into fuel or back into plastic again. Others look to reduce single-use plastic in our daily lives, by working on alternative materials.

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The Business Intelligence Group named Brightmark’s Ashley, Indiana Plastics Renewal Facility a Sustainability Initiative of the Year in the 2021 Sustainability Awards program. The Sustainability Awards honor those people, teams, and organizations who have made sustainability an integral part of their business practice or overall mission.

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Brightmark was named honorable mention in Fast Company’s First-Ever List of the Next Big Things in Tech 2021. Brightmark received recognition for its Ashley, Indiana Plastics Renewal Facility. Through a breakthrough proprietary process, Brightmark has the unique ability to recycle all types of plastic (1-7)–including the difficult-to-recycle plastic types—which cannot readily be recycled.

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Brightmark is also leading the way in educating our youth and engaging them in ocean conservation. Teaming up with the Guy Harvey Ocean Foundation, the Brightmark team has developed classroom curriculums and activities for students to learn about and address ocean pollution issues. They have also sponsored the Frost Science Museum Volunteers for the Environment programs helping to clean up and restore south Florida shorelines.

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The 2022 Northeast Indiana Manufacturing Awards highlighted some of the outstanding products created in Northeast Indiana.

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For the latest media and PR-related information, please reach out to our team.

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