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fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Environment

'We are drowning in trash': How this Danish artist's sculptures put a global spotlight on recycling

fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

Earth911 Podcast Classic: Sustainability at Home -- Food, Detergents, and Reuse Projects

Food & drink
fromApartment Therapy
2 weeks ago

The $4 Kitchen Storage Gem Hiding in Trader Joe's Sauce Aisle (I Use It Every Day!)

Reusing jars from Trader Joe's provides practical storage solutions and promotes sustainability.
fromFast Company
2 weeks ago
Environment

'We are drowning in trash': How this Danish artist's sculptures put a global spotlight on recycling

fromEarth911
2 weeks ago
Environment

Earth911 Podcast Classic: Sustainability at Home -- Food, Detergents, and Reuse Projects

#waste-management
#gardening
fromEarth911
4 days ago

Solar Panel Recycling In 2025

The future of solar energy hinges on effective recycling solutions for the millions of panels reaching the end of their lifespan.
#plastic-waste
#art
from48 hills
1 week ago
SF real estate

Trash, transmogrified: Recology celebrates 35 years of art spawned by refuse - 48 hills

from48 hills
1 week ago
SF real estate

Trash, transmogrified: Recology celebrates 35 years of art spawned by refuse - 48 hills

Environment
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Councils set for windfall under new recycling scheme

The Extended Producer Responsibility scheme mandates businesses to fund the recycling of their packaging to reduce waste and promote sustainability.
fromBoston.com
2 weeks ago

Gloucester man accused of hitting DPW worker with his car while dropping off recycling amid strike

A Gloucester man was arrested for allegedly hitting a DPW worker with his car during a recycling drop-off amid a strike.
Apple
fromComputerworld
2 weeks ago

Apple wants to build a circular manufacturing economy

Over 85% of post-consumer rare earth magnets are not recycled, indicating significant material loss.
fromABC7 Los Angeles
2 weeks ago

Meet the 'Patchwork Ladies' who craft blankets for a good cause

The 'Patchwork Ladies' group creates essential items for those in need, focusing on blankets and bags for seniors.
fromEarth911
2 weeks ago

Recycling Mystery: Plastic Shower Curtains

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.
Environment
Environment
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Young, educated and knee deep in rubbish: the recyclers cleaning up in Cairo's Garbage City

Mina Nedi chose recycling over nursing to combat climate change and help the environment in Cairo's Garbage City.
Environment
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

Recycling solar panels is complicated. An electrical engineer explains why

Recycling solar panels is complicated and costly, with 90% currently ending up in landfills.
fromDesign Milk
3 weeks ago

Daniel Michalik Elevates Eco-Friendly Cork in Forest for the Trees

Cork is an infinitely recyclable material used in sustainable furniture design by Daniel Michalik.
#ev-batteries
fromThe Verge
3 weeks ago

GM and Redwood teaming up to make batteries for energy storage

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.
E-Commerce
fromFast Company
3 weeks ago

When will we leverage our above-ground mine?

Recycling rare earth elements from end-of-life products is essential for decoupling from China.
#apple
fromEarth911
3 weeks ago

9 Ways to Inspire Reuse in Your Community

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.
Environment
California
fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

Oakland pulls plug on California Waste Solutions land deal at former Army base

The $8.3 million land deal for a new recycling plant in Oakland has been terminated due to federal indictments tied to alleged bribery.
fromTasting Table
1 month ago

The Clever Way To Turn Old 12-Pack Soda Boxes Into Functional Pantry Storage - Tasting Table

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.
Renovation
#circular-economy
fromEarth911
1 month ago
E-Commerce

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Knoxfill's Michaela Barnett on Recycling's Failures & Refill Alternatives

fromEarth911
1 month ago
Tech industry

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Building A Better Recycling Infrastructure With ISRI's Robin Wiener

fromEarth911
1 month ago
E-Commerce

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Knoxfill's Michaela Barnett on Recycling's Failures & Refill Alternatives

fromEarth911
1 month ago
Tech industry

Best of Earth911 Podcast: Building A Better Recycling Infrastructure With ISRI's Robin Wiener

#fast-tech
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Billie Eilish's next act: Getting music labels to give unsold concert T-shirts a second life

Unsold concert merchandise from Universal Music Group often ends up in a Nashville warehouse, leading to initiatives for recycling rather than disposal.
fromHomebuilding
1 month ago

Donkey invasion in the New Forest! Council's 5.6 million food bin rollout sparks chaos after animals start ransacking waste

Hungry donkeys are raiding new recycling bins in New Forest, causing chaos and concerns for animal health and local ecosystems.
fromBored Panda
1 month ago

Stoop And Stare: 28 Times People Threw Out Real Treasures In NYC (New Pics)

"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."
New York City
fromFortune
1 month ago

Will recycling ever be profitable? AMP Robotics is using AI to make it so

AI-enhanced recycling technology can significantly improve efficiency and profitability in waste management.
fromFast Company
1 month ago

Would you recycle more if every bottle gave you a chance to win $1,000?

This study shows that providing a lottery for returning recyclables can enhance recycling rates and boost recycling participants' happiness compared to low fixed payments.
Non-profit organizations
fromEarth911
1 month ago

5 Ideas for Nature-Positive Summer Fun With Kids

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.
Parenting
fromBrownstoner
1 month ago

Paint Recycling Made Easy: How to Reduce Waste

PaintCare's recycling program helps manage unused paint sustainably in NYC.
NYC parents
fromPrism
1 month ago

For New York canners, a dime could make all the difference

Canners like Josefa Marín play a critical role in recycling yet face economic challenges that affect their livelihoods.
#ontario
fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto startup

After complaints about costs, Ontario proposes weakening incoming recycling rules | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Some Ontario grocery stores question selling booze over empties deposit program | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
1 month ago
Toronto startup

After complaints about costs, Ontario proposes weakening incoming recycling rules | CBC News

fromwww.cbc.ca
2 months ago
Toronto startup

Some Ontario grocery stores question selling booze over empties deposit program | CBC News

Marketing tech
fromEarth911
1 month ago

How To Identify Hard-To-Recycle Composite Packaging

Composite packaging, while protective, complicates recycling due to material blends that most local programs cannot process.
UK news
fromIrish Independent
1 month ago

Last-minute talks sees strikes at bin company which serves 135,000 called off

Siptu calls off strike after improved offer for workers amid Bord na Móna Recycling sale.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Scotland could send 100 truckloads of rubbish a day to England after landfill ban

Scotland's landfill ban may lead to significant waste export to England due to insufficient incineration capacity.
NYC politics
fromwww.bxtimes.com
2 months ago

Bronx canners back push to double bottle and can deposit from 5 to 10 cents Bronx Times

New York advocates are urging for a bill to double the bottle deposit to enhance recycling and benefit canners.
fromCbsnews
2 months ago

Fire destroys Crown Recycling facility in Calverton, Long Island

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.
NYC politics
Remodel
fromEarth911
2 months ago

Sustainable In the Bathroom: Waste Less, Save More with Every Flush, Shower & Swab

Bathrooms are small spaces with significant environmental impact, primarily due to high water usage and plastic waste.
Cooking
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

11 Tips For Lighting Your Grill Without Lighter Fluid - Tasting Table

Proper fire starting techniques enhance efficiency.
Using recyclable materials can create effective fire starters.
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

Are Nespresso Pods Biodegradable? Not In The US - Tasting Table

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.
Coffee
#e-waste
fromZDNET
2 months ago
European startups

This power bank sets a whole new standard for me - but not in the way you're expecting

fromZDNET
3 months ago
Gadgets

I finally found a power bank with a wireless charging pad, and it's sustainably-made

fromZDNET
2 months ago
European startups

This power bank sets a whole new standard for me - but not in the way you're expecting

fromZDNET
3 months ago
Gadgets

I finally found a power bank with a wireless charging pad, and it's sustainably-made

Cooking
fromTasting Table
2 months ago

The Ultimate Guide To Recycling Kitchen Appliances - Tasting Table

Proper appliance disposal is crucial for environmental health. Recycling helps combat the growing e-waste crisis.
Fashion & style
fromBusiness Insider
2 months ago

I own a reselling business with my wife, and our sales are booming thanks to tariffs. I can't attribute this growth to anything else.

Tariffs significantly boosted Thrift Vintage Fashion's revenue as more consumers turned to secondhand clothing.
Renovation
fromArchDaily
2 months ago

"Recycle!" Exhibition at the Danish Architecture Center Explores Creative Approaches to Material Reuse

The Recycle! exhibition at the Danish Architecture Center promotes recycling and reuse as essential cultural shifts in architecture amidst the climate crisis.
fromInsideEVs
3 months ago

Solar-Powered Hoverboard Looks Like Sketchy Fun

Unfortunately, no sun means no power.
Alternative transportation
US Elections
fromYahoo News
3 months ago

The astonishing election numbers Aussies don't see: 'This is a problem'

Most electoral materials in Australia are reused or recycled, but improvements in sustainability are needed.
Australia is lagging behind other countries in implementing environmentally friendly election materials.
fromEarth911
3 months ago

To the Point: Pens and Pencils Offer Eco-Responsible Features

Some writing implements are made from 100% recycled materials including plastic and cardboard, drastically reducing waste and plastic consumption without sacrificing quality.
Non-profit organizations
Environment
fromEarth911
3 months ago

7 Steps Toward a Zero-Waste Lifestyle

A zero-waste lifestyle is achievable; with proper choices, individuals can significantly reduce landfill waste.
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 months ago

Resident resorts to burning bins inside home as waste strike continues

"Burning household recycling like cardboard, paper or plastics can be very dangerous, especially indoors. Please don't burn your household waste or recycling. You could quickly be overcome by the smoke, or burned."
London politics
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