Wisconsin City De-Ices Roads with Cheese Brine
Jan 21, 2014, 6:31 am By Kathryn Sukalich
Cities nationwide are seeking alternatives to rock salt for de-icing roadways. This winter one…5-Minute Tutorial: How to Make Skinny Jeans
Jan 21, 2014, 6:30 am By Megan Malone
The perfect pair of skinny jeans is just five minutes away. Photo: Shutterstock When it comes to…Coca-Cola, Walmart, Others Support Recycling in Chile
Jan 21, 2014, 3:00 am By Mary Mazzoni
Five top companies have signed a partnership to improve waste management in Chile. Photo: Nestlé…5 Fun Ways to Reuse Shampoo and Lotion Bottles
Jan 21, 2014, 1:02 am By Mary Mazzoni
The plastic bottles used to package common bathroom products like shampoo, lotion and body wash are…Video: Pope Francis Praises Recycling
Jan 21, 2014, 1:02 am By Megan Malone
Pope Francis released a short video encouraging low-waste behavior. Image: YouTube Even the Pope…10 Ways to Reuse Wine Bottles and Corks
Jan 20, 2014, 8:53 am By Mary Mazzoni
Hey, wine lovers! Curious about what you can do with your empty bottles and corks? Surprisingly,…Six-Tower GM Office Complex Goes Landfill-Free
Jan 20, 2014, 1:07 am By Kathryn Sukalich
General Motors Waste Reduction Manager John Bradburn stands outside the Renaissance Center, which…How Do Shingles Become Roads?
Jan 20, 2014, 1:01 am By Mary Mazzoni
Recycled shingles have the potential to contribute to 125,000 miles of paved highway each year.…Design Lampshades for Solar Lanterns to Help People in Need
Jan 17, 2014, 4:42 am By Kathryn Sukalich
During Panasonic’s Cut Out the Darkness project, visitors to the company’s website can design…Upcycle Your Christmas Cards into Bottle-Cap Magnets
Jan 17, 2014, 4:41 am By Dinah Wulf
Bottle-cap magnets are a great way to upcycle photos from holiday cards. Photo: Dinah Wulf I love…7 Easy Ways to Plant a Tree Where It’s Needed Most
Jan 17, 2014, 3:00 am By Mary Mazzoni
Planting a tree in your own neighborhood is a great way to help the planet, but what about those…Artist Mbongeni Buthelezi Creates Portraits from Plastic Waste
Jan 16, 2014, 3:05 am By Mary Mazzoni
Photo: Mbongeni-Buthelezi.com At first glance, these stunning portraits from South African artist…Natural Alternative to Plastic Wrap Creates a Buzz
Jan 16, 2014, 3:00 am By Paula Felps
Bee’s Wrap provides an all-natural alternative to plastic wrap or aluminum foil for safer food…How to Recycle an Outgrown Child Car Seat
Jan 16, 2014, 3:00 am By Donna DeForbes
Car seats need to be upgraded several times as your child grows. Photo: Flickr/Bradley Gordon…‘American Wasteland’ Author Jonathan Bloom Talks Food Waste
Jan 15, 2014, 3:30 am By Mary Mazzoni
Photo used in American Wasteland book cover, courtesy of Jonathan Bloom About 40 percent of all…Cornell Researchers Use Waste Heat to Keep Cows Cool
Jan 15, 2014, 1:07 am By Mary Mazzoni
Graduate student Kristy Perano takes data on a cow’s level of heat stress. Photo: Lindsay…Recycle Denim Through Jan. 31 and Help Insulate Homes
Jan 15, 2014, 1:02 am By Kathryn Sukalich
Now through Jan. 31, if you drop off your old denim at a Fresh Produce store, you’ll receive a…The Dark Side of Community Gardens
Jan 14, 2014, 3:05 am By Megan Malone
Is the kid in the next plot over plotting against you? Photo: Shutterstock When you think of a…Lighten Your Footprint with Shoes Made from Recycled Cork
Jan 14, 2014, 3:00 am By Maria Carter
Used wine corks are transformed into hip shoes for men and women. Photo: ReCORK Boots, ballet flats…U.N. Study: Worldwide E-Waste Expected to Grow by a Third
Jan 14, 2014, 1:01 am By Mary Mazzoni
Electronics waste worldwide is rapidly growing. Photo: Flickr/Mosman Council End-of-life electronics…
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