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