For the past 14 months, the world has struggled to find ways to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus but a new pandemic is hiding right in front of our faces! The use of masks, gloves, and other single-use plastics has increased dramatically and disrupted global efforts to reduce…
People get rid of furniture for many different reasons. Whether you’re moving, updating your living room, replacing an old bedroom set, downsizing or simply saying goodbye to that old couch you’ve had since college, think twice before tossing it to the curb. Curbside services vary greatly by area. Depending on…
Grass clippings, food scraps and dried leaves make up 20 to 30 percent of waste. Instead of throwing away organic materials like these, try composting instead! Composting is a natural process of recycling that turns organic materials such as leaves and vegetable scraps into a dark, rich soil amendment. Composting…
“Books are the ultimate Dumpees: put them down and they’ll wait for you forever; pay attention to them and they always love you back.” ― Author, John Green If you are a book lover, you may find it astounding that libraries throw away hundreds of books every year. Why? Sometimes…
Want to sleep like a rock tonight? Learn how to take care of the environment by disposing of your mattress properly so it can be recycled. Mattress Firm suggests that consumers replace mattresses every 8 years, due to all the sweat, dust mites and dead skin cells that accumulate in a…
Batteries not only run small items like your TV remote, they also provide backup power for hospitals and can even run commuter trains. Who knew that something so relatively small could be so powerful?! Environmental Effects While they come in a variety of shapes and sizes, all batteries have two…
So you just spent the weekend cleaning out all your closets. You have four giant black garbage bags of clothes to get rid of. What is the best way to do that? Think before you make that decision, as it is estimated that textiles make up more than 5.2% of…
While adding color to your home or business can certainly give it a facelift, we should all consider the environmental impact of the paint. From indoor painting to outdoor painting to furniture refinishing, there are different types of paint you can choose from. Paint is often considered a hazardous material…
Although official worldwide recycling didn’t start until somewhere in the 1970’s, it has quickly become popular, particularly in the last several years. More and more people are seeing recycling as more of a necessity than a novelty. With that discovery, comes the art of glass re-use. Many artists have started…
These days, our lives are largely dependent on technology and electronics. In 2015, about 87% of American households had at least one computer at home and 75% had at least one handheld device, such as a cell phone or tablet. In many cases, you will find multiple cell phones and computers…
In the early 1990s, there were an estimated 2 to 3 billion tires in stockpiles across America. These discarded tires were a fire hazard and provided shelter for rodents and breeding grounds for mosquitoes, posing serious environmental and health risks. According to the EPA, Americans are generating around 290 million scrap…
Many items that seem like waste at a remodeling or construction site can actually be recycled. This can include building materials such as concrete, tile, wood or lumber, drywall, plastics, doors, windows, insulation and carpet. Here are some tips for reducing waste, recycling construction debris and making your next project environmentally…
Ready to make a difference? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned recycler, we’re here to support your journey toward a greener future. Explore our resources, learn about best practices, and find out how you can reduce, reuse, and recycle with ease.