Message in a Bottle
Americans use billions of plastic bottles every year, at quite a cost to the environment. While they can be recycled – although not all plastics can be – that requires energy and raw materials. Oil and gas resources needed to
The Pumpkin: A Multifunctional Fall Treasure
Practically a symbol of fall’s bounty, pumpkins sit as décor atop porches and Thanksgiving tables alike. But they are far more versatile than traditional holiday decorations and can be creatively used in a number of ways.The most familiar tactic is
The Clear Benefits of Glass
Glass has served as a universal packaging container for centuries. The glass in many items never wears out – it can be recycled over and over without losing its strength. In fact, 90% of recycled glass is used to make
Streamline Waste
Many schools and government offices follow recycling programs to promote materials reuse, recycling and waste reduction – from dual-sided copying to buying remanufactured equipment. Other businesses and organizations are getting on the bandwagon too.Besides their corporate sustainability measures, retailers such
Yes You Can
Aluminum can be recycled into many different products, such as tractor-trailer and car bodies, gutters, siding and more. However, aluminum cans usually become new aluminum cans. Recycling aluminum does not reduce the quality of the metal, so it can be
T-riffic Transformation!
Typically used for less than 30 minutes, plastic shopping bags are rarely recycled. Many stores sell fabric bags or even bags made of recycled material. But here’s a way to kill two birds with one stone without spending any money.Repurpose
Monthly Trivia Game: May
May ShowersInstalling rain barrels on your home’s downspouts can help reduce water bills in warmer months. How many inches of rain does it take to fill a 55-gallon rain barrel?A. 3 inchesB. 33 inchesC. .3 inches
Rain on the Roof Can Mean Money in Your Pocket
Besides helping the environment, harvesting rainwater can also save you some other “green.” Depending on the size of your house and the amount of rainfall in your area, you can collect a substantial amount of rainwater with a simple system,
Infographic: 6 ways you can go green for Earth Day
On April 22, 1970, Gaylord Nelson, a United States Senator from Wisconsin, called for an environmental teach-in, or Earth Day. Over 20 million people participated that year, and Earth Day is now observed on on that same date each year by more than 500 million people
Start Your Own Green Acres
Spring brings to mind growth and renewal, as well as the seasonal varietals of fruits and vegetables soon to be available at the market. For most of us, that is. In many cities, inadequate, unreliable and irregular access to food