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Actual Size of Great Pacific Garbage Patch Shocks Scientists

Lauren Hasler, September 7th, 2009

A three-week voyage took researchers from the Scripps Institution of Oceanography at the University of California 1,000 miles off the California Coast to study what is known as the “Great Pacific Garbage Patch.” The team discovered that the amount of garbage is on a much greater scale than expected. The Scripps Environmental Accumulation of Plastics Expedition, or SEAPLEX, set out ... read more

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Published in Plastic


Cheat Sheet: Biodegradable

Haley Paul, September 7th, 2009

Biodegradable. It’s a term that's thrown around a lot these days. And with items ranging from disposable flatware and diapers to bags and balloons now available under the auspices of "biodegradability," it is important to get the facts on what it all means. Who Says? Companies such as Coca-Cola, Solo Cup, International Paper, Glad, Whole Foods and ... read more

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8 Ways to Get Involved

Kasen Seaver, September 7th, 2009

You've already replaced your traditional bulbs with energy-efficient CFLs. You recycle diligently. You compost your food scraps. And hey, you may even have your own backyard organic garden. Now the question remains: How can you take your everyday green habits to the next level? Get out. Spread the word. Share the knowledge. Here are eight fabulous ways to get ... read more

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Trash Planet: United Kingdom

Marie Look, September 7th, 2009

The Trash Planet series highlights various countries around the world and how they handle their waste. To set its nations on the path toward zero-waste communities, the U.K. has adopted policies similar to countries that already have some of the most successful waste management schemes, such as The Netherlands and Germany. Until 2000, the household recycling and composting rate ... read more

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360: Cosmetics

Brandy Norleen, September 7th, 2009

Earth911's 360 series breaks down the ins and outs of your everyday items. When was the last time you went through your cosmetics drawer or bag?  Has it been six months, a year, maybe longer?  Cosmetics can be defined as powder, lotion, lipstick, rouge or any other preparation for beautifying the face, skin, hair, nails, etc. Let’s take a look ... read more

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Recycling Mystery: Medication

Amanda Wills, September 7th, 2009

Whether it's a bottle of baby aspirin in a cabinet above your kitchen sink or a shelf of prescriptions on the bathroom shelf,  medication is a common household item. In fact, a Maine Department of Environmental Protection study says the use of over-the-counter medications has risen 60 percent since the 1990s. But what happens when you get rid of the nasty cold ... read more

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