10 Things in Your Bedroom You Can Reuse or Recycle
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Your bedroom may not be a space where you keep a recycling bin, but many common bedroom items can be recycled. We’ve put together a list explaining how to reuse or recycle 10 items in your bedroom you shouldn’t throw away. The post 10 Things in…
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5 Battery Trends That Represent a More Sustainable Future
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When you think about the most eco-friendly items in your home, batteries might not be the first things that come to mind. Even if you have rechargeable batteries for your flashlight and some of your kids’ toys, you probably throw away a…
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5 Fun Ways to Recycle Your Jeans
February 6, 2017 by
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Clothing is probably one of the easiest things to avoid putting in the trash, yet Americans throw away 13 million tons of textiles every year, which is about 85 percent of our clothes. There’s no need for this. Next time you’re staring…
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Zero Landfill Status? Yeah, These Brands Have It
August 3, 2015 by
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Americans throw away 200 million tons of garbage annually, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. However, recycling programs have encouraged U.S. citizens to do their part to reduce waste. In fact, in 2009, there were more than 9,000…
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What Food Do We Throw Away the Most? (Infographic)
October 27, 2014 by
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How many times have you bought a bunch of bananas only to have them go brown in a matter of days? And how many times have you thrown away wilted salad? Kitchen designer Noel Dempsey sent over this food waste infographic, which outlines just how much perfectly good food the Irish throw away each year. Even though this particular study addresses the behavior of Irish households, we think it’s globally relevant. For example, one study finds that reducing food waste could feed an additional one billion people . Hit the jump to check out this illuminating infographic about food waste, and let us know in the comments what we can do to prevent this disturbing trend. Read the rest of What Food Do We Throw Away the Most? (Infographic) Permalink | Add to del.icio.us | digg Post tags: food thrown away , food waste , infographic , infographic about food waste , ireland food waste , obesity , reader submissions , UK food waste , user generated content , wasting food , world hunger
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How Ford, Adidas are making climate change work in their favor
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Addressing long-term climate change risks offers companies a profitable path forward.
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How Samsung is keeping e-waste from the landfill
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The South Korean-based electronic company's new Evolution Kit enables TV upgrades without having to throw away the old.
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Why brand awareness helps to win sustainability consulting gigs
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New research suggests traditional consulting firms benefit from broad awareness — but specialized expertise still wins engagements.
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Company Turns Expired Groceries into Sustainable Compost
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It’s estimated that Americans throw away about 40 percent of their food. That totals around $165 million of tossed goods each year, which isn’t just a waste of money – it’s a waste of the energy used to create the food and to properly dispose of…
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Made By Hand: Searching for Meaning in a Throw Away World (Book Review)
March 29, 2010 by
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Photo of tools via fotographix ; Image of book cover via Amazon . Do It Yourself. It’s a phrase that’s been snatched up by mainstream culture through televisions shows, best seller books, and craft store kits.
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