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Indian scientists Mukesh Doble and Trishul Artham have determined that plastics containing Bisphenol A (BPA) are able to decompose faster that untreated plastics, which may provide a solution for how to dispose of these products, according to ScienceDaily.
The experiment involved adding three different kinds of fungi to both types of plastic and evaluating the growth after one year. The ... read more
Scientists Use Fungi to Break Down BPA
Indian scientists Mukesh Doble and Trishul Artham have determined that plastics containing Bisphenol A (BPA) are able to decompose faster that untreated plastics, which may provide a solution for how to dispose of these products, according to ScienceDaily.
The experiment involved adding three different kinds of fungi to both types of plastic and evaluating the growth after one year. The ... read more
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Earth911.com released the results of its 2009 Annual Recycling Report, with electronics such as computers, batteries and televisions topping the list of most recycled materials.
“Electronics have always been popular searches on Earth911.com, but with the increased attention these devices have received, this past year was our highest yet,” said Corey Lambrecht, president of Earth911. “Also, overall recycling searches increased ... read more
We’ve Found the Most Recycled Material of 2009
Earth911.com released the results of its 2009 Annual Recycling Report, with electronics such as computers, batteries and televisions topping the list of most recycled materials.
“Electronics have always been popular searches on Earth911.com, but with the increased attention these devices have received, this past year was our highest yet,” said Corey Lambrecht, president of Earth911. “Also, overall recycling searches increased ... read more
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For those of you who turned off the TV after the Saints' big win, we'll tell you about our second favorite highlight of the night. CBS premiered its new series "Undercover Boss," a reality show in which heads of major corporations pose as entry-level employees to find out just what goes on outside of the corporate office.
This week's episode ... read more
Waste Management Head Goes Undercover; You Won’t Believe What He Saw
For those of you who turned off the TV after the Saints' big win, we'll tell you about our second favorite highlight of the night. CBS premiered its new series "Undercover Boss," a reality show in which heads of major corporations pose as entry-level employees to find out just what goes on outside of the corporate office.
This week's episode ... read more
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In the ever-changing world of consumer products, "bio" is gearing up to be the new buzzword (or prefix - take your pick) of the decade.
More and more products are hitting the shelves that are made of bio-based materials and/or are biodegradable. Simultaneously, confusion and questions about what to do with these products are rising at the same rate which they ... read more
What “Bio” Really Means
In the ever-changing world of consumer products, "bio" is gearing up to be the new buzzword (or prefix - take your pick) of the decade.
More and more products are hitting the shelves that are made of bio-based materials and/or are biodegradable. Simultaneously, confusion and questions about what to do with these products are rising at the same rate which they ... read more
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A few weeks ago, Earth911 investigated some of the lesser known recyclables. Sure, they don't receive as much media attention as some of their co-stars like the plastic bottle or the aluminum can, but your massive response to "I Didn't Know That Was Recyclable!" proved that there is an outcry to dispose of those odd items.
From paint and batteries ... read more
Wow, You Can Recycle That?
A few weeks ago, Earth911 investigated some of the lesser known recyclables. Sure, they don't receive as much media attention as some of their co-stars like the plastic bottle or the aluminum can, but your massive response to "I Didn't Know That Was Recyclable!" proved that there is an outcry to dispose of those odd items.
From paint and batteries ... read more
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Throw on your U.S. Curling Team sweatshirt, get out the tissues for those emotional figure skating routines and don't forget that Leno is moving back to the 11:35 time slot.
Starting on Feb. 12, a projected 5,550 athletes from more than 80 countries will participate during the 17 days of the 2010 Winter Olympic Game events, drawing 3 billion television viewers ... read more
Hottest in Green: 2010 Winter Olympics
Throw on your U.S. Curling Team sweatshirt, get out the tissues for those emotional figure skating routines and don't forget that Leno is moving back to the 11:35 time slot.
Starting on Feb. 12, a projected 5,550 athletes from more than 80 countries will participate during the 17 days of the 2010 Winter Olympic Game events, drawing 3 billion television viewers ... read more
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Well, probably not. Some critics have praised the Apple iPad for its speed, sleek design and the detail of the screen’s LED-backlit display. Others, like Gizmodo, have criticized the iPad’s lack of a camera, limited apps and even its name (one which has sparked an onslaught of jokes online).
But the bigger question may be what the future holds ... read more
Will the iPad Push Paper to Extinction?
Well, probably not. Some critics have praised the Apple iPad for its speed, sleek design and the detail of the screen’s LED-backlit display. Others, like Gizmodo, have criticized the iPad’s lack of a camera, limited apps and even its name (one which has sparked an onslaught of jokes online).
But the bigger question may be what the future holds ... read more
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Honeybees are the new "pets" for harbor city residents across the U.S., from San Francisco to New York City. Even the Obamas keep a beehive on the south lawn of the White House.
But the beekeeping community has been under fire as media has drawn attention to colony collapse disorder. However, according to Kim Flottum, editor of Bee Culture Magazine ... read more
Urban Beekeeping is the New (Controversial) Way to ‘Go Local’
Honeybees are the new "pets" for harbor city residents across the U.S., from San Francisco to New York City. Even the Obamas keep a beehive on the south lawn of the White House.
But the beekeeping community has been under fire as media has drawn attention to colony collapse disorder. However, according to Kim Flottum, editor of Bee Culture Magazine ... read more
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On Jan. 27, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted that all companies must include in their annual reports an assessment of how climate change and other climate-related issues are impacting their business.
Prior to this vote, the SEC did not define whether or not climate-related issues were considered a “material” effect that firms must disclose to their ... read more
SEC Ruling Requires Companies to Report Climate Impacts
On Jan. 27, the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) voted that all companies must include in their annual reports an assessment of how climate change and other climate-related issues are impacting their business.
Prior to this vote, the SEC did not define whether or not climate-related issues were considered a “material” effect that firms must disclose to their ... read more
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Earth911’s “Ask The Editor” series tackles your toughest environmental and recycling dilemmas.
Q: I've been switching to the CFLs but find that, in some cases, they don't last any longer than the incandescent bulbs I'm replacing. I thought they were supposed to be cheaper to operate and longer lasting - thus justifying their higher cost. Am I confused or is ... read more
Yes, You Pay More For CFLs, But Are They Worth It?
Earth911’s “Ask The Editor” series tackles your toughest environmental and recycling dilemmas.
Q: I've been switching to the CFLs but find that, in some cases, they don't last any longer than the incandescent bulbs I'm replacing. I thought they were supposed to be cheaper to operate and longer lasting - thus justifying their higher cost. Am I confused or is ... read more
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