Virtual Museum of Litter Turns Discards into Art
Jan 27, 2014, 4:49 am By Mary Mazzoni
Angels made from discarded cigarettes and food packaging waste. Photo: Museum of Litter The United…How to Lower Your Pet’s Carbon Pawprint
Jan 27, 2014, 4:48 am By Megan Malone
Even the cutest of pets can have not-so-cute effects on the environment. Photo: Shutterstock Sparky…Yale Student Wins $5,000 to Study Recycling
Jan 27, 2014, 4:47 am By Mary Mazzoni
Aaron Greenfield was awarded the Recycling Research Foundation’s 2013 National Scholarship. Photo:…Cleaning Up Space Debris: Is It Possible?
Jan 24, 2014, 9:05 am By Mary Mazzoni
More than $300 billion worth of satellites are drifting through space in geosynchronous orbit (GEO)…FlightCar Lets Air Travelers Park for Free, Rent Out Their Rides
Jan 24, 2014, 9:05 am By Maria Carter
Approximately 360,000 cars are parked in long-term parking lots in the top 30 U.S. airports at any…How Grocers and Retailers Can Reduce Food Waste
Jan 24, 2014, 9:04 am By Chase Ezell
Not all food a grocery store carries gets sold. So what happens next? Photo: Shutterstock Grocers…Letting Go and Finding a Second Life for Old Toys
Jan 22, 2014, 10:15 pm By Donna DeForbes
A toy lineup. Photo: Flickr/Evelyn Giggles After the winter holidays, I get into decluttering mode.…6 Amazing Uses for Breast Milk (Besides Feeding the Baby)
Jan 22, 2014, 10:14 pm By Donna DeForbes
Breast milk stored in bags. Photo: Flickr/Mark Cato Most of us already know the benefits of breast…Infographic: A Guide to Buying Energy-Efficient Light Bulbs
Jan 22, 2014, 1:01 am By Haley Shapley
Now that the 40- and 60-watt incandescent light bulbs have gone the way of the Dodo bird, thanks to…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…
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