#recycling

#recycling

Ian Falconer kept thinking about the heaps of discarded plastic fishing nets he saw at Newlyn harbour near his home in Cornwall. I thought it's such a waste', he says. There has to be a better solution than it all going into landfill. Falconer, 52, who studied environmental and mining geology at university, came up with a plan: shredding and cleaning the worn out nets, melting the plastic down and converting it into filament to be used in 3D printing. He then built a micro-factory so that the filament could be made into useful stuff.

As of 2024, 11 states have implemented statewide bans on single-use plastic bags : California, Connecticut, Delaware, Hawaii, Maine, New Jersey, New York, Oregon, Vermont, Washington, and, more recently, Colorado and Rhode Island (which went into effect January 1, 2024). Over 500 cities and towns across 28 states have local plastic bag ordinances. While standard plastic bags usually are not permitted in mixed recycling, some supermarkets and other businesses collect single-use plastic bags for recycling.

An exercise in reclamation, the ollection by Luca Nichetto for Astep transforms fragments of precious Murano glass into sculptural lighting, elevating what would otherwise be waste back into the realm of high design. The collection reimagines discarded material with a new identity, offering not just a sustainable solution but also an entirely fresh aesthetic. Because of its pigmentation, Murano glass fragments are traditionally considered unrecyclable.

Few kitchen tools are more essential than good knives. However, it's the nature of anything used so regularly that, eventually, it'll wear down past the point of effectiveness. At some point, you'll have to get rid of some kitchen knives to make room for newer ones in better shape. The question is, how do you properly (and safely) dispose of kitchen knives?

Our communities rightly expect their streets to be back to normal and ready for business by Tuesday morning after Carnival, and we're very proud to deliver that year in, year out. Revellers enjoy a sun-kissed day at Carnival It's a major operation and I am in awe of the hard-working men and women in our waste crews who work tirelessly through the night to collect the rubbish on Sunday and Monday.

After paper, food, plastic, yard waste, and metal, textiles make up the largest share of household waste. Most textile waste consists of discarded clothing. But furniture, carpets, bedding, and even footwear and tires contribute to the total. As of 2018, the last year the Environmental Protection Agency published national statistics, textiles comprise 5.8% of municipal solid waste , but just 14.7 percent of the more than 17 million tons of fabric waste was recycled.

Recycling plastic shower curtains is often not feasible, as most are made of PVC (plastic #3) which is typically not accepted in municipal recycling systems.

The two companies signed a non-binding memorandum of understanding to build energy storage out of US-manufactured batteries, as well as "second-life" EV packs from GM's vehicles.

Reusing can be much better than recycling. A perfectly good item can have its lifespan extended, even if it has served its purpose in your own home.

Turning cardboard 12-pack boxes into canned goods storage offers a simple, effective way to organize a pantry without extra expense. The boxes keep canned items neatly arranged, allowing easy access and labeling.

"Stooping NYC proves that one person's trash is indeed another's treasure, showcasing the beauty and usefulness of discarded items left on the curbs of New York City."

This study shows that providing a lottery for returning recyclables can enhance recycling rates and boost recycling participants' happiness compared to low fixed payments.

Getting your kids outside and away from their screens is always a good idea. To help you get your kiddos engaged with nature, set up a scavenger hunt.

The recycling plant in Calverton was destroyed in a large fire, which was nearly 80% contained by 8 a.m. with 30 fire departments responding.

It's been estimated that as many as 9 million pounds of coffee pods end up in landfills annually, contributing significantly to plastic waste and environmental concerns.

In Germany, throwing electronic waste in mixed trash is illegal; supermarkets and electronics stores act as designated drop-off points to safely dispose of e-waste.