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‘Back to the Future’ With New Recycling Technologies

Brittany McNamara, January 26th, 2009

In a world that’s continuously moving forward, everyone is working to create the next up-and-coming product. Beyond cars and gadgets, the race for the greatest new technology is a constant challenge in the recycling industry. Many companies, scientists, and environmental groups are working to construct better recycling processes and machines, as well as create new systems for previously non-recyclable materials. Now ... read more

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Published in Electronics


The Green Home in 2009

Jennifer Berry, January 6th, 2009

We've been reading a great deal lately about the various trends forecasted to be popular in 2009. Of these trends, being "green" hits the top ten on many lists, especially when it comes to the home. According to mlive.com, this year's home trends will focus on going "lean and green," where people are looking to get the most bang for ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, basics, homeandofficefurniture, ideas, noteworthy, paint, recycle, reuse, steel

Published in Household


Will China’s Demand for Aluminum Help U.S. Recycling?

Jennifer Berry, January 2nd, 2009

With U.S. recycling markets showing signs of economic stress, a recent report on the future of aluminum in China brings positive news. Demand from the country is expected to increase 54.32 percent by 2012, compared with 2007. According to the report, China's growing demand for aluminum products is causing its fabricating capacity to expand. China's National Bureau of Statistics reports that ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, aluminumcan, aluminumfoil, basics, ideas, noteworthy, recycle

Published in Metal


Gift Guide 2008

Earth911, November 24th, 2008

Holiday gifting is a breeze when you know who and what you're looking for. Grab your list and check out our favorite picks for the 2008 shopping season. 1. The Person Who Has Everything And we mean everything. You're in luck. We know what they don't have - a chicken made from plastic bags. The recycled, fair trade figurine is handmade by crafts ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, aluminumcan, basics, book, cardboard, clearglass, greetingcard, ideas, mail, newspaper, noteworthy, number2plasticHDPE, plasticbags, wood, wrappingpaper

Published in General


Yellow Pages’ Data Show Recycling Trends

Ashley Schiller, November 20th, 2008

Metal continues to be one of the country's most recycled materials, according to Yellow Pages, whose data shows that 21 percent of total calls are from users looking for a place to drop off their aluminum. Consumers have also shown an increased interest in recycling bulky items.  Auto parts, computers, VCRs, and refrigerators account for 20 percent of Yellow Pages' ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, aluminumcan, autoparts, basics, blueglass, brownglass, clearglass, computers, greenglass, ideas, newspaper, noteworthy, number1plasticPETE, number2plasticHDPE, vcr

Published in Paper


Aluminum’s New Recycling Mission

Jennifer Berry, November 20th, 2008

The Aluminum Association recently announced an effort to increase aluminum recycling industry-wide by almost 20 percent. The association hopes to hit a 75 percent recycling rate by 2015; today, the current recycling rate is approximately 54 percent. Although aluminum cans are the most highly recycled beverage containers in the country, the Aluminum Association estimates that over 50 billion cans are trashed ... read more

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Published in Metal


Aluminum’s Solid Future in ‘Green’ Cars

Jennifer Berry, November 17th, 2008

At the Automotive News Green Car Conference, aluminum was deemed a cost-effective solution to future automotive development, especially in key areas such as fuel economy, reduced emissions, high recyclability and improved safety. Dr. Rick Winter, director of development, Alcoa Technology Center, said North American automotive aluminum content has more than tripled in the last three decades because of its "environmental, ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, autobodies, autoparts, basics, ideas, noteworthy, recycle

Published in Automotive


The Gift of Giving Green

Raquel Fagan, November 11th, 2008

During the holiday season, gifts are given in bounty. These gifts may be the ultimate find or just a fun festive gesture. Either way you approach it, the purchasing of new items is always an opportunity to think about the planet and how even these small actions can play a large part. Usher in...the green gift. You have probably heard about ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, basics, cfl, energy, giftbags, giftboxes, ideas, noteworthy, paperboard, plasticbottles, recycle, wrappingpaper

Published in General


States Lose Millions Annually Due to Recycling Fraud

Trey Granger, October 28th, 2008

The state of Michigan, which features the nation's only 10 cent deposit on carbonated drink containers, is looking at ways to prevent out-of-state redemption since it lost approximately $10 million to fraudulent recycling, according to the Associated Press. Michigan is one of 11 states with a "bottle bill" law, in which stores charge a fee when recyclables are purchased ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, aluminumcan, basics, brownglass, clearglass, greenglass, ideas, noteworthy, number1plasticPETE, plasticbottles

Published in Metal


8 Ways to Green Your Halloween

Trey Granger, October 27th, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Halloween means many things to many people. It can be a day to live as someone else or get scared out of your shorts. It marks a change of seasons, or just more leaves on your front lawn. Read these ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, basics, energy, ideas, leaves, noteworthy, packaging, pesticides, recycle, reuse

Published in General


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