Quick Bit from Kathryn Sukalich
In 2009, the U.S. generated 291.8 million scrap tires, according to the Rubber Manufacturers Association. Many of these tires get reused, though, and often in unique ways. One Milwaukee-based company called Flat Tire Décor specializes in taking tires that have ...
List from Mary Mazzoni
Fact: The average American office worker uses 10,000 sheets of copy paper annually. If you ask us, that’s way too many virgin resources – especially in light of all the tech-savvy alternatives on the market. If you agree, check out ...
List from Kathryn Sukalich
We've rounded up a handful of techniques you can use to refinish old furniture along with easy-to-understand tutorials. Click through to see what you can do to turn an eyesore into an attention-grabber.
List from Kathryn Sukalich
Before you go running to the drugstore at the first sign of aches, pains or those pesky spring sniffles, check your kitchen – the natural cure for what ails you might already be in your fridge or pantry.
News from Patricia Escarcega
The facility will be powered by spent cooking oil and grease produced by London restaurants, homes and food manufacturers.
List from Nate Lipka
The majority of structures nowadays are still built using age-old materials and techniques. But every once in a while, someone comes along and knocks our socks off with a bold eco-friendly build that's too good not to share.
Quick Bit from Leah Blunt
Recycling your smart phone when you’re upgrading to the latest and greatest technology may not seem like a big deal, but making sure your phone gets recycled rather than wasted can actually have a big impact. The U.S. sends 135 ...
Recycling Mystery from Kathryn Sukalich
The fibers in old T-shirts are usually too worn to be made into soft fabric. That doesn't mean, though, that these fibers go to waste.
Feature from Mother Nature Network
Famers are known for making do with what they have. But this – this is simply amazing.
Feature from Mary Mazzoni
The Natural Resources Defense Council estimates that about two-thirds of household food waste is due to spoilage, and a whopping 39 percent of Americans say they feel guilty about wasting food. It's time to do something about it.
List from Mary Mazzoni
To celebrate the season, we're getting creative with the three As of spring: Asparagus, artichokes and arugula.
Quick Bit from Mary Mazzoni
With this cute and clever craft project from Beverly of Flamingo Toes, you can easily put spring flowers on display using something we all have plenty of.