APR 29

We knew that the use of biomass as an energy source was growing, but we didn't know it had gone chic. L'Oreal Cosmetics has announced that they are installing a biomass system at their factory in Libramont, Belgium where they produce many of their brands' haircare products.

The plant plant will feature an anaerobic digestion system that will capture methane from waste that comes from nearby cattle farms. When the system's installation is completed at the end of the summer, methane will be used to generate 85% of the plant's power. Even better is that this is just a single step in the cosmetics giant's plan to cut their factory and warehouse emissions in half by 2015 (based on 2005 levels).

In order to meet their goal, the company will be installing additional onsite renewable energy systems like solar PV and solar thermaland buying more green power from suppliers.

The company also hopes to cut their water use by 30 to 35 percent in the same time frame by using rainwater capture and steam-cleaning technologies.

It's great to see a large beauty company like L'Oreal making substantial commitments to reducing their emissions and water use. Now, to get them to make significant changes in their packaging and ingredients...

via Business Green

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written by Stacey Edie, April 29, 2009

I think using this waste is great! It helps to make a good product.

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written by Brinjal Bob from Bangor, April 30, 2009

Might as well just stick the poop on your face.

What good does the cosmetic do anyway.

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written by AraLai Discount Cosmetics, May 09, 2009

I think it might be good for the environment.

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written by Solar Energy, May 27, 2009

Packing and ingredients -- just what I was going to say. But it's looking more and more as if these kinds of environmental measures are just going to become the norm for most manufacturing businesses.

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written by Fred, June 25, 2009

Wow, I dont think that will be a good to know fact. Poop as make up!

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written by Classic Argyle Knit Ugg Boots, October 16, 2009

The Bailey Button UGG Boots from UGG Australia are a new addition this year (2009) to the lineup of classics for women. They have an interesting, unique look while still maintaining the basic traditional "classic" design that has become so well known in the fashion world.

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