All you need to know about Copper Recycling
July 24th, 2017 | by Sponsored Content
Copper has many amazing properties, but one of the most important is that it doesn’t degrade after multiple rounds of [&hellip
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Clever Tips for Better Waste Segregation
March 20th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Better waste management starts with better waste segregation. When the waste we produce, be it at home or office, is carefully segregated into different categories, the disposal of different elements of the waste becomes much easier and environmentally efficient
Should We Really Recycle Plastic into Clothing?
March 17th, 2017 | by Guest Contributor
Seems like a good idea to recycle our plastic into clothing, but these yoga pants and fleece jackets have a dirty secret. Learn more and take action with The Story of Stuff Project.
5 “Lightweighted” Items that Make a Heavy Environmental Impact
March 10th, 2017 | by TerraCycle
Making a package "Lightweighted” is the practice of cutting down the amount of packaging material used to make it, or replacing it with a lighter weight alternative entirely. Learn five main types of packages being lightweighted
5 DIY Thanksgiving Crafts to Give Thanks to the Planet
November 15th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Five awesome upcycled and recycled DIY Thanksgiving crafts from our friends at TerraCycle
Celebrate America Recycles Day, November 15
November 14th, 2016 | by Guest Contributor
This America Recycles Day, learn more stats and why recycling is still important from the team at the National Environmental Education and Training Foundation (NEEF)
5 Last Minute Upcycled Halloween Projects
October 27th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Make the most of Halloween with this fun upcycled Halloween projects from TerraCycle!
Do Consumers Still Care about Recycling?
October 12th, 2016 | by TerraCycle
Do consumers still care about recycling? YES, and you can read here how TerraCycle makes recycling easier for hard-to-recycle goods around the country.
Solutions for Single-Serve Coffee Pods and Capsule Waste
October 3rd, 2016 | by TerraCycle
For eco-conscious consumers who use coffee pods, work in an environment that uses them, or simply want to spread the word, there are coffee pod recycling solutions from TerraCycle!
A Peek at the Fun Side of Recycling: TV Show Human Resources by TerraCycle
August 23rd, 2016 | by TerraCycle
TerraCycle has created a fun docu-drama, and their third season is just about to be released. Learn how TerraCycle has created a fun and factual show integrating TerraCycle projects, mission goals and events
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