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Old Plastic in New Places

Trey Granger, August 24th, 2009

The final product is many times the most intriguing part of the recycling process. While materials such as aluminum and glass often become a newer version of their former selves, plastic is another story. For a plastic bottle, there's a world of opportunity once it gets tossed in the recycling bin. It can end up as lumber, the lining for a ... read more

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Tagged aluminumcan, autobodies, basics, carpet, cellphone, ideas, noteworthy, number1plasticPETE, number2plasticHDPE, steel, wood

Published in Plastic


Scientists: Plastics Break Down in the Ocean…Fast

Amanda Wills, August 24th, 2009

Scientists recently announced that plastic decomposes faster in the ocean than once estimated, leaching chemicals and toxins into the water. According to National Geographic News, scientists previously believed plastics broke down at very high temperatures. However, the new study, which was presented to the American Chemistry Society, found that plastics can actually disintegrate within one year in temperatures as cool ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, plasticbags, plasticbottles, solidwaste

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California to Mandate Recycling for Businesses, Apartments

Lauren Hasler, August 24th, 2009

California residents not living in permanent housing may no longer have to deal with the frustration of searching for recycling options. The state’s Integrated Waste Management Board (IWMB) is formulating a program meant to encourage businesses, apartment complexes and mobile home parks to institute recycling. The mandatory recycling directive would most likely set goals for cities and counties, allowing ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, recycle

Published in Household


New, Non-Toxic Washer Fluid Released

Trey Granger, August 24th, 2009

Daimer® Industries launched a new line of plant-based windshield-washer fluid that will biodegrade by more than 90 percent in less than a month. Eco-Green® washer fluid is free of solvents, chlorine and phosphates, and does not release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) into the air when applied to windshields. The company is marketing the new washer toward large fleets and others in ... read more

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Tagged basics, carfluids, ideas, noteworthy, productstewardship

Published in Automotive


Cheat Sheet: Biofuel

Haley Paul, August 24th, 2009

Biofuels are a growing topic of debate, especially in the past five years as national sentiments supporting energy independence and alternative fuels have gained momentum. As the U.S. continues legislating, developing and promoting alternative fuels to supplement, and possibly replace, fossil fuels such as coal and oil (e.g. some of the provisions in the House-approved Clean Energy and Security Act), ... read more

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Tagged basics, energy, fuel, ideas, noteworthy, organicwaste

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Resolving Global Medical Waste

Michelle Talsma Everson, August 24th, 2009

The Company Profile is an Earth911.com series highlighting consumer goods and services making a difference through product stewardship and recycling. Products and services featured do not pay for placement and are not endorsed by Earth911.com. Two hot-button issues dominating the headlines today are healthcare and the environment. Non-profit organization MedShare tackles both of these concerns by acting as a ... read more

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Tagged basics, energy, ideas, medicalequipment, medicalwaste, medications, noteworthy

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Living Local: New York

Libuse Binder, August 24th, 2009

The Living Local series is an insider’s look at local environmental efforts and accessibility. Take a trip around the U.S. without leaving your computer! New York is the third most populous state in the nation and houses the largest city in the country. Even though such a booming population could create the potential for a great deal of wasted ... read more

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Tagged basics, christmastrees, composting, curbside, ideas, livinglocal, noteworthy, organic, recycle

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8 Ways to Green a Dinner Party

Kasen Seaver, August 24th, 2009

This story is part of Earth911’s Green Eight series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Hosting a dinner party is a perfect way to catch up with friends or network with co-workers over good food in a comfortable setting. If you're hosting a dinner engagement soon, don’t worry. You don't have to ... read more

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Tagged basics, composting, ideas, kitchen, noteworthy, organic, organicwaste, reuse

Published in Household


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