The beauty industry is going through a big change. More and more consumers want natural, plant-based ingredients, and natural oils are playing a key role in this shift. This growing interest in natural products brings both opportunities and challenges for businesses in beauty, health, and cosmetics. To keep up with changing customer preferences, it's important for manufacturers of cosmetic products to understand the properties, benefits, and uses of different natural oils.

This article will look at how different natural oils are becoming more popular in beauty products. We'll explore th ...

For professionals in the coffee industry, understanding how coffee gets from its origin to the final cup isn’t just interesting—it’s essential. Sourcing impacts everything from product quality and brand reputation to sustainability efforts and profitability. 

This guide takes a deep dive into the complex and often challenging world of coffee sourcing, covering everything from choosing the right green beans to how different processing methods affect the final product. 

What challenges does global coffee sourcing create for your business, and how can you navigate them eff ...

Let's be frank: The fashion industry is facing a serious environmental crisis. The current system, with its emphasis on fast fashion and disposable clothing, is unsustainable and contributes significantly to pollution, waste, and climate change. 

Is it inevitable? Not necessarily. The circular economy offers a solution by reducing waste, reusing materials, and minimizing production's impact. With eco-friendly materials and circular business models, the industry can work toward a sustainable future

Ever thought about sitting on something made of paper? No, not overdue bills. We’re talking about actual furniture. Surprised? Don’t be. With sustainability being more than just a buzzword, paper is proving itself as a serious contender in the furniture industry. No longer just for disposable goods or packaging, paper products are now durable, practical and stylish. Thanks to new production techniques and designs, paper furniture is here to stay—and it’s changing the game.

The future of our forests depends on how we choose to use wood. Our decisions can either harm forests or help them grow and thrive. 

Forests give us air to breathe, clean water to drink and are home to countless plants and animals. But they are under threat from deforestation, climate change and harmful human activities. That’s why sustainable forestry is more critical than ever. 
Sustainable forestry means managing forests in a way that meets the needs of people, nature and the economy. It allows us to use forest resources while keeping them healthy and able to support lif ...

Looking for a simple way to make your business more eco-friendly? Start with the paper in your printer. 

Paper is still used in many business tasks, like contracts, invoices, marketing materials and communication. But we don't always think about how our paper choices affect the environment and our budget. 
The paper types, weights and sizes we pick can have a big impact. Understanding these factors helps businesses adopt more sustainable paper practices and become more efficient.

The aerospace industry demands high standards for the precision and quality of components. Machining techniques such as CNC milling play a decisive role here. By using state-of-the-art CNC machines, high-precision parts can be manufactured that can withstand the extreme stresses of the aerospace industry.

Hygiene, durability, recycling - no other material does it better than stainless steel. In the food industry, medical technology or in green building projects, the use of stainless steel signifies corrosion resistance, smooth surface and compliance with the highest hygiene standards, especially in the food processing industry.

An estimated 10% of greenhouse emissions and 16% of the UK's electricity consumption can be attributed to the use of refrigeration, air conditioning and heat pump equipment. We take a look at how the industry can become more energy- and resource-efficient, and highlight examples of good practice.

The UK government recently launched its Powering Up Britain initiative to address the challenges associated with relying too heavily on imported oil and gas. The initiative seeks to ‘secure the reliable, affordable energy needed to power Britain's future.’ Powering Up Britain currently serves as the government's road map for the future of energy. ‘By bringing together our Energy Security Plan and Net Zero Growth Plan, it explains how we will diversify, decarbonise, and domesticate energy production by investing in renewables and nuclear power to power Britain from Britain.’

Heat pumps are often now installed as heaters in new buildings. However, especially in old buildings, the operation can also have disadvantages. You will learn here how heat pumps work and the costs associated with the purchasing and installation of them.