While it’s difficult to pinpoint exactly how many plastic or plastic-lined paper coffee cups end up in the trash in the U.S. every year, we …
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Some dogs fetch, but Scruff the British border collie recycles. This 13-year-old dog from Nuneaton in central England has picked up a new habit that …
Read moreDog in UK fetches more than 1,000 plastic bottles that his humans will recycle
Maryland will now prohibit restaurants from using foam containers for takeout and delivery orders — the first state to enact a ban the products. The …
Read moreMaryland is first state to ban Styrofoam takeout containers
Thailand is the latest country to ban single-use plastic bags, and at the same time, it’s showing what a creative nation it is. Since the …
As much as I love a good Keurig coffee, I have to say I was pretty shocked to find out that a coffee pod can …
Read moreThis new bike is made from 300 recycled coffee pods
Even though some cities, states and even other countries have banned single-use plastic bags, we humans still use (and dispose of) a lot of them. …
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Read moreTiny Hotel Shampoo And Lotion Bottles Could Be On The Way Out
It’s the end of an era. Since 2012, Jason Momoa‘s star has risen along with the length of his facial hair (which he’s sported proudly …
Read moreJason Momoa shaved off his beard and he’s almost unrecognizable
If you’ve been worried about the environmental consequences of constantly using and tossing single-use plastics, take note — technology might be the solution after all. A …
Read moreThese machines can turn seafood waste into recyclable objects
Walmart shoppers everywhere can feel even better about their purchases soon. In addition to offering solid savings, Walmart has committed to using recyclable packaging for …
Read moreWalmart and Sam’s Club Are Making All of Their Store-Brand Packaging Recyclable
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Read moreGet $10 off a Victoria’s Secret bra when you bring in any old bra to recycle
Back-to-school time is almost upon us, and that means you’re probably in the midst of amassing school supplies for your kids. You may have markers …
Read moreThis mom’s post about recycling your kid’s markers is going viral
Ask anyone for a handful of facts about Germany, and one of the first things they’ll likely point out is that Germans love their beer. …
Recycling one ton of paper saves enough energy to power the average home for six months, saves 7,000 gallons of water and massively reduces greenhouse …
They say you shouldn’t judge a book by its cover, but magazines — including National Geographic — have long been known for their iconic covers that spark …
Read moreThis National Geographic cover has people buzzing for an important reason
In the age of smartphones, Wi-Fi and Alexa, there might be nothing more antiquated than a phone book. They’re big, heavy eyesores that get dumped …
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Read moreRecycle your old electronics and make money through Amazon
McDonald’s has pledged to make its packaging and restaurants more Earth-friendly. By 2025, the fast food chain plans to use renewable, recyclable or certified materials …
If there was ever a time to declutter, the week after Christmas is it. After the big holiday, chances are your house is even more …
Read more5 things you should get rid of between Christmas and New Year’s Day
A Scottish startup could be behind the roads of the future, and those roads will be paved with recycled plastic! Over at MacRebur, engineer Toby McCartney …
Read moreThis startup is using recycled plastics to pave roads
Have you ever wondered what happens to the half-used (or once-used) bar of hotel soap you leave in your room? Maybe not, but it’s something …
Read moreWhat happens to your hotel soap after you check out
With the rush to get holiday presents just in time, you’ve likely gotten quite a few packages expedited to your doorstep. Now that the gifts …
Read moreThis Give Back Program Is The BEST Way To Get Rid Of All Those Empty Boxes
Remember those jeans you donated last season when you cleaned out your closet? Have you ever wondered what happens next? We decided to look into the …
You’ve heard the expression, something just “came out of thin air.” In this case, the something happens to be clean drinking water. An Israeli company …
Read moreA New Machine Can Draw Clean Drinking Water From Thin Air
Ok, so we all know that recycling means our waste can be reused and turned into new and different items. But, what if you could …
Read moreTeens Invent A Vending Machine That Turns Trash Into Phone Cases
Keeping a garden is a wonderful hobby, but sometimes it can seem like an expensive one, too. Luckily, keeping a garden doesn’t have to break …
Read more7 Charming Gardening Products You Can Make From Stuff You Have At Home
Making paper planes and creating origami is a fun activity, but I’m sure it’s got some people thinking about how many times they can fold …
Read moreWhy You Can Fold A Piece Of Paper Only A Certain Number Of Times