Zoos Recycle Cellphones to Save Animal Habitats
Feb 5, 2014, 9:16 am By Paula Felps
At the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden, an ongoing drive helps prevent the disruption of gorilla…Vancouver Rolls Out Recycling Program for Cigarette Butts
Feb 4, 2014, 1:03 am By Paula Felps
The “Butt Bins” mounted on light poles throughout Vancouver are part of an innovative recycling…DIY: A Hand-Me-Down Play Table Makeover
Feb 4, 2014, 1:02 am By Dinah Wulf
Getting hand-me-down furniture is a great way to keep good stuff out of landfills. But if your…Salvaged Plane Parts Become Upscale Furniture
Feb 4, 2014, 1:01 am By Paula Felps
Dave Hall stands in an entryway that once was part of an engine cowling. Photo: MotoArt Dave Hall…University of Michigan Residence Halls Compete to Save Energy
Feb 2, 2014, 10:31 pm By Kathryn Sukalich
Students at the University of Michigan recently competed in the campus’s third annual Kill-A-Watt…Company Turns Retired Fire Hoses into Mats, Furniture, Accessories
Feb 2, 2014, 10:11 pm By Kathryn Sukalich
Oxgut Hose Company salvages fire hoses from fire stations in California and turns them into products…Green Jobs Event Challenges Companies to ‘Repair America’
Feb 2, 2014, 1:01 am By Maria Carter
House Democratic Leader Nancy Pelosi, who spoke at the 2013 Good Jobs, Green Jobs Conference, said,…How This Super Bowl Will Be the Greenest Yet
Jan 31, 2014, 4:27 am By Teresa Bitler
MetLife Stadium, which has a number of recycling programs, readies for Super Bowl XLVIII. Photo:…The Hip ‘Eco-Lightbulb That Looks Better Naked’
Jan 31, 2014, 4:25 am By Maria Carter
The ambient Plumen 002 is an environmentally sound alternative to the 30W incandescent bulb. Photo:…Eco-Friendly Feng Shui Tips for Chinese New Year
Jan 31, 2014, 1:01 am By Megan Malone
Friday, Jan. 31, marks the start of the Chinese New Year and an opportunity to be more eco-friendly.…New USB Charger Eliminates Vampire Power in Style
Jan 30, 2014, 2:23 am By Kathryn Sukalich
Powerslayer, a new USB charger, uses software that can stop electronic devices from drawing power…Make a Recycled-Magazine Frame in 4 Easy Steps
Jan 30, 2014, 2:20 am By Dinah Wulf
A recycled-magazine frame makes a great gift. Photo: Dinah Wulf I have always wanted to make…Boston University Keeps Campus Clean the Eco Way
Jan 30, 2014, 2:18 am By Mary Mazzoni
Boston University. Photo: Flickr/drummerchris By taking a close look at how its custodians clean and…DIY: Upcycling Garage-Sale Finds
Jan 29, 2014, 3:34 am By Dinah Wulf
Upcycling a garage-sale find can be a perfect DIY project. Photo: Dinah Wulf I adore going to garage…6 Easy Eco-Actions to Take with Your Kids
Jan 29, 2014, 3:29 am By Donna DeForbes
When you think about moving toward a greener lifestyle, recycling often tops the list — and for…8 Tips for Greening Your Super Bowl Party
Jan 29, 2014, 1:02 am By Kathryn Sukalich
Hosting a green Super Bowl party is easy if you follow some of our simple tips. Photo: Shutterstock…Illinois Considers New Fee on Paint to Fund Recycling
Jan 29, 2014, 1:01 am By Mary Mazzoni
Illinois could add a fee to the cost of paint that would be used to establish drop-off points for…Heat and Power Plant Will Double as Ski Slope
Jan 28, 2014, 3:45 am By Paula Felps
The Amager Bakke power plant is designed as both a waste incinerator and a ski slope. Photo:…How Product Design Affects Future Recycling Rates
Jan 28, 2014, 3:43 am By Kathryn Sukalich
Ease of recycling all begins at the design stage. Photo: Shutterstock There are a number of factors…Tennessee University Adds Solar Picnic Tables to Campus
Jan 28, 2014, 3:05 am By Mary Mazzoni
One of the five solar-powered picnic tables at Austin Peay State University. Photo: Austin Peay…
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