How to Recycle Rags
December 2, 2014
Cotton and wool rags are recyclable, reusable and compostable, but when contaminated it gets tricky.
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How to Recycle Jars
October 22, 2014
Glass can be recycled over and over again, and virtually every city and town has access to recycling options.
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Blog Action Day: Environmental Inequality Begins with Education
October 16, 2014
The answer to solving our environmental and recycling inequalities lies in improving our educational approach worldwide.
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The Case for Increasing Glass-Recycling Rates
September 9, 2014
Americans recycle just over one-quarter of the glass they use every year. That figure needs to rise.
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How to Recycle Bottle Caps
September 3, 2014
Both metal and plastic bottle caps are experiencing a spike in recyclability.
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Recycling Glass: Does Color Matter?
September 2, 2014
To separate or not to separate? That is the question when it comes to glass recycling.
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What Should I Do With All of My Unwanted Paper Receipts?
August 21, 2014
Some receipt paper is highly recyclable, while thermal paper in particular presents challenges at recycling facilities.
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Understanding the Recyclability of Different Paper Grades
August 19, 2014
The EPA recognizes five different grades of paper, each with different recyclability properties.
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How to Recycle Scrap Metal
May 28, 2014
Metal is one of the most recyclable materials out there. Your mission is to get that scrap metal to someone who can put it back to use.
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How Recyclable are Soup Cans?
May 27, 2014
Whether steel or tin, most soup cans are recyclable in theory. But, it’s the lining on the inside of the can that reveals the truth.