Davidson Environmental

09/29/2026

Supporting a great cause Youth Unlimited YFC St. Catharines, and having a great day out in the process. We have a great team.

09/25/2026

You've heard the hype. Solar panels are expensive, wind power kills wildlife, electric cars can't cover distances. WHAT IS THE TRUTH?
These renewable energy myths were tackled by National Geographic and we thought the facts are worth sharing. Read on to discover how renewable energy really has advanced to help us create a cleaner world. ....
https://davidsonenvironmental.ca/the-transition-to-clean-power-is-practical-reliable-and-necessary-yet-myths-prevail-so-we-are-debunking-them/

09/18/2026

This summer, Davidson Environmental was happy to source from Small Scale Farms to provide fresh produce bags for our team.
They’ve been greatly appreciated by everyone who has received one—and we love knowing that our actions are helping support local farmers & local business while helping Niagara households with food security.
Good food. Local businesses. Happy team. 🌱
Leave a comment to tell us how you support our local economy.

09/04/2026

What’s the Deal with AI and Sustainability?
There is a problem of potable water being used by AI businesses for cooling their equipment. Why be concerned? The problem comes from the fact that many commercial-scale facilities rely on evaporative cooling towers that “drink” clean water, then vent it as steam.
Fresh, clean water is one of the earth's most precious resources. Research suggests that some data centers can guzzle 5 million gallons of potable water daily — that’s equivalent to the drinking water for a town of 50,000 people. That’s a problem.
Thankfully, technology is changing. Google has developed a closed system cooling approach which will be used in new developments. Others are finding innovative ways to cool their heat producing infrastructure including developing locations in cool climates.
The good news is that the Canadian government has responded to the outcry against infrastructure that jeopardizes local water supplies. They set up a new framework outlining key expectations for responsible data centre development. The framework sets out five expectations, they must:
• Create lasting local benefits.
• Not shift electricity costs to Canadians.
• Minimize water use and environmental impacts.
• Be transparent about local impacts.
• Bring strategic value to Canada.
AI Minister Evan Solomon emphasized the five expectations do not mean there's a new federal approval process — and do not replace provincial, territorial or municipal responsibilities. Municipalities are still the ones to negotiate agreements for new builds.
Like all environmental concerns, all of us carry responsibility to speak up. Being aware of the problem and staying abreast of new developments gives citizens an informed voice before their government and industry so that they speak up for sustainable development.
Maybe this is a strange post from an organic diversion company, but we are invested in helping industry make sustainable decisions. This is just another branch of that objective. Happy Friday. Happy Labour Day.
Source: https://www.cbc.ca/news/climate/data-centres-ask-faq-9.7316098

08/28/2026

When More Becomes Too Much

Our fridges are often full, yet so are our green bins.

It's a strange contradiction of modern life: we buy food with good intentions, but life changes faster than our meal plans.

The same thing happens in business.

Customers want options. They want variety, convenience and availability. Businesses respond by offering more choices, more sizes and more products. It makes sense. But sometimes, more becomes too much.

That's where overconsumption comes in.

Overconsumption isn't necessarily about greed. Often, it's about convenience, optimism and abundance. We buy what we think we might need. We prepare a little extra "just in case." We keep more choices available because we don't want to disappoint a customer.

The challenge is that food has a short shelf life.

When that food isn't sold, served or eaten, the resources behind it don't disappear. The water, energy, land, labour, transportation and packaging that went into getting it to the customer have already been used.

So what can businesses do?

The answer isn't necessarily to offer less. It's to become more intentional about how much we offer, how we purchase it and what happens when there is too much.

Small changes can make a difference:

• Look at purchasing patterns and adjust where possible.

• Find creative ways to use surplus food.

• Review portion sizes and preparation quantities.

• Give customers choices without automatically overstocking every option.

• And when food truly can't be used, make sure it is diverted from landfill.

We may not be able to eliminate food waste. And that's okay.

The goal is to make better decisions, one purchase, one order and one bin at a time.

At Davidson Environmental, we see every day that food waste doesn't have to be the end of the story. With the right diversion system, even food that can't be eaten can have another purpose. (check link at top of post)

More isn't always better. Sometimes, better is simply making the most of what we already have.

We would love to hear how you make the most of what you have or how you manage to reduce consumption.

08/21/2026

The Sorting Dilemma
At home, we face a recycling dilemma every week. I sort, prepare and clean our recyclables to ensure that what goes in the bin actually gets recycled.
My husband just tosses items in blue recycling bags. Everything you could imagine goes in. Some examples include unrinsed cans with labels attached, loose plastic bags, plastic bottles, Styrofoam meat trays with plastic wrap still on it or the absorbent pad still stuck on the bottom, paper, cardboard and once in a while an apple core. Really!
I could go on and on, but I think you get the picture. When we talk about these first-world challenges his response is “it shouldn’t be such a fussy chore to help save our planet.”
If our little bit of household recycling causes stress, can you imagine what frustration sorting large quantities would cause?
Thankfully, our motto at Davidson Environmental is “Chuck it in the Bucket.” This applies to food waste and its packaging because waste systems have to work in the real world.
In a busy commercial kitchen, grocery store, restaurant or food processing facility, expecting employees to stop and separate every piece of packaging from every bit of food waste is not practical. There are time pressures, competing priorities and, yes, human beings involved.
That doesn’t mean sorting and recycling don’t matter. At Davidson Environmental, we believe we need to be realistic about where sorting adds value and where better systems can do the work for us. “Chuck it in the Bucket” means food waste and its packaging can go together, rather than asking employees to spend valuable time separating them.
Sometimes, the best waste diversion system isn’t the one that asks people to do more. It’s the one that makes doing the right thing easier.

08/13/2026

Biodegradable vs. Compostable
Ever picked up a product labeled “biodegradable” or “compostable” and wondered what the difference is? You’re not alone!
The terms are often used interchangeably. While there is some overlap, they do not mean the same thing.
Key Differences
• The Golden Rule: All compostable products are biodegradable, but not all biodegradable products are compostable.
• Timeframe: Compostable products are designed to break down within a defined timeframe—often within 90 to 180 days. “Biodegradable” does not provide a specific timeframe.
• End Product: Composted materials break down into natural components such as water, carbon dioxide and biomass, without leaving harmful residues. Biodegradation can have different outcomes depending on the material and environment.
• Testing and Standards: Certified compostable products must meet specific standards and testing requirements. The word “biodegradable,” on its own, doesn't tell us enough about how, where or how quickly a product will break down.
Awareness Promotes Change
Understanding labels is a good first step. Awareness is where real change begins.
At Davidson Environmental, our Tiger Depacker separates packaging from organic material. This prepares organics to be processed through anaerobic digestion and converted into biogas and organic fertilizer. This leaves the separated packaging much cleaner and easier to manage, but we still encounter waste that has nowhere to go but the landfill. That’s an important part of the conversation.
Reducing landfill use doesn't happen because one product is labeled “green.” It happens when we understand what labels mean, make informed choices, improve the systems that handle our waste, and keep looking for better solutions.
The more we understand about the products we buy and the waste we create, the better decisions we can make—at home, at work and across our communities.
Awareness leads to better choices. Better choices lead to better systems. And better systems move us toward a more circular future.

08/07/2026

Small Scale Farms brought the fresh produce to our place today! Glad to support local farmers and businesses. Hope our work families enjoy the fresh local food! They deserve every bit of it!

Huge shout out to Davidson Environmental for supporting local in such a meaningful way.

This week they purchased produce bags for their employees, helping put fresh, healthy food into people’s homes while supporting a local food hub at the same time.

Businesses have an incredible opportunity to strengthen their communities through simple decisions like this. When local businesses support local food, the impact reaches far beyond a single purchase.

Thank you, Davidson Environmental, for choosing to be part of that. We truly appreciate your support. ❤️

07/29/2026

Plastic Free July is coming to an end... but hopefully your new habits are just getting started. 🌎
Let's be honest—forming a good habit isn't easy.
Some days you remembered your reusable bags. Other days they were sitting in the trunk while you stood in the checkout line. We've all been there.
Over the month your ratio of remembering improved. That's exactly how habits are built—not through perfection, but through repetition, mindfulness, better action next time.
Refilling instead of using a disposable bottle.
Ditching single use coffee cups.
Lunch packed in reusable containers.
Thoughtful choices to reduce unnecessary plastic.
Each decision may seem small, but repeated over time, those choices become second nature – a positive habit.
At Davidson Environmental, we know that meaningful environmental change doesn't happen because of one big moment. It happens because thousands of people make better choices every single day—whether that's reducing plastic, diverting food waste, recycling properly, or finding new ways to reduce waste.
So, as July comes to a close, don't think of Plastic Free July as something that's ending.
Think of it as the month you started a few habits worth keeping.
Because lasting change isn't built in 31 days...
It's built one choice at a time.
🌿 Here's to creating habits that are good for us, our communities, and the planet.📣

07/17/2026

Do’s and Don’ts of Limiting Exposure to Microplastics
It’s plastic free July and the news is full of information about what harm micro-plastics do to our bodies and our environment. Information about how and where they accumulate along with some tips to limit exposure has been released from a variety of sources.
The University of Pennsylvania shares that microplastics tend to come from local sources. The air we breathe, the clothing we wear and the use of plastic or plastic coated containers for hot food and beverages are all sources of microplastics which we consume daily. We hear plenty of hype about plastic straws, but microplastics come from a wide range of sources most notably our everyday environment.

A few don’ts:
Avoid single-use coffee cups, especially for hot drinks; those paper cups have a plastic liner.
Avoid single-use plastic bottles and aluminum cans whenever possible. If you do have to use them, try to minimize sloshing and keep them out of the heat.
Avoid plastic takeout containers.
Don’t heat food in plastic containers in the microwave, even if the label says microwave safe.
And most of all, don’t litter.

And a few dos:
Wear natural fibers when you can.
Eat plenty of high-fiber vegetables, which can help move particles through the digestive tract, reducing their absorption.
Use a metal tea strainer with loose, bulk tea rather than nylon tea bags.
Wash synthetic clothing in cold water, use a microfiber-catching laundry bag, and vacuum and dust regularly.

Doing the most we can is the least we can do for ourselves and future generations.

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