Historically, Connecticut has recycled just a third of the four million total tons of waste we generate every year. We wanted ...

Have you ever thrown something in the recycling bin, hoping it's recyclable? Maybe a toothpaste tube, bubble wrap or plastic ...

Giant Eagle has reinstated plastic bags at its Erie County stores after removing them in 2022. Giant Eagle uses bags made of 75% recycled material and offers in-store recycling. Plastic bags are back ...

EPR initiatives are encouraging packaging firms to rethink their operations, incorporate greater volumes of recycled ...

A mountain of recyclables and a massive pile of garbage at the Keene Recycling Center and Transfer Station tell a story, according to Duncan Watson, the assistant public works director in Keene.

Discover five genius hacks using everyday plastic containers that will save time, effort, and money. These simple yet innovative ideas will transform plastic containers into essential tools for daily ...

In our daily lives, I’m sure there are plenty of examples where we pick the convenient route over the more sustainable one. Like, buying coffee instead of brewing it at home or snagging a protein bar ...

Thirty years ago, Italian households mostly took out the trash in one go. Since then, nearly all residents of Italy have at ...

Much of the U.S. uses single-stream recycling, where plastic, glass and paper go into one bin. Here’s what happens to that ...

Rules for recycling vary by city, so that's something to consider before you toss thin plastics, glass, or even your pet food bag into your bins.

Dr. Ferreira says everyday consumers can help by changing habits, starting with reducing and reusing before recycling.

At Pittsburgh’s Reclamation Factory, Georgia Crowther aims to use automation to turn waste into park benches, playgrounds and more.