More in November

News & Lifestyle › November 8th, 2010

‘Waste Wisely’ With New PBS Kids Game

Jennifer Berry, November 8th, 2010

Recycling isn't always about simply tossing an item into a bin. It also embodies the concepts of reuse and repurposing - and a bit of creativity. Utilizing these ideas, Florida PBS radio stations WFSU and WDSC; in partnership with MolaConola Productions LLC, a local environmentally conscious children’s television producer; the state’s Department of Environmental Protection and Department of Environmental Education; ... read more

No Comments

Tagged aluminumcan, number6plasticpolystyrene, reuse

Published in Household


Samsung, AT&T Debut the $30 Evergreen Eco Phone

Amanda Wills, November 8th, 2010

On Sunday, Samsung's Evergreen phone officially went on sale for AT&T customers. It's the latest member of Samsung's growing family of eco phones. Off the bat, the Evergreen's black casing looks more "grown-up" than its Restore and Reclaim siblings' bright green outfit, and it's made from 70 percent post-consumer recycled materials to boot. The phone features a full, slide-out keyboard, ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged cellphone, packaging, recycled

Published in Electronics


FTC Green Guides: What You Need to Know

Sophie Quinton, November 8th, 2010

Eco-conscious shopping can be a daunting task. Among "enzyme-based" and "chlorine-free," "recyclable," "recycled" and "post-consumer recycled," we’re bombarded with endless terms and choices. It sometimes feels like buying green requires a Ph.D., and confusing marketing makes matters even worse. Labeling and advertising practices should help companies showcase the environmental good they’re doing and help consumers make better choices. Yet labels often ... read more

No Comments

Tagged guide, packaging

Published in Household


Expert Q & A on Household Cleaners

Amanda Wills, November 8th, 2010

Your grocer's household aisle is brimming with a slew of cleaners boasting anti-bacterial claims, eco-friendly ingredients or a more-bang-for-your-buck message. Sifting through these products can be daunting, and a 15-minute indecisive standoff simply wastes time and energy. And the hard part isn't even over yet. Once that cleaner has scrubbed its last mildew stain, where does it go next? We asked ... read more

3 Comments

Tagged bath, householdcleaners, kitchen, oven, packaging, recycling

Published in Household


Cooking For Compost: Autumn Salads

Gloria Dawson, November 8th, 2010

Integrating fruits into your diet can be a challenge, especially during the fall and winter months when many of the farmers’ markets dry up. The good news is that there are many hearty fall fruits like apples, pears and grapes can serve as staples for your meal. In the fourth installment of our Cooking for Compost series, we’ll take ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged composting, cookingforcompost, kitchen, organic, organicwaste, Recipes

Published in Garden


Advertise with us

Earth911

Earth911 helps consumers find local recycling information through the largest and most accurate recycling directory in the U.S. Read today's top green lifestyle tips and ideas. Learn how we help businesses.

News & Lifestyle

Recycling 101

Business Solutions