News & Lifestyle › aluminumfoil

Older › Showing 10 of 13
Flickr

What To Do With Single-Brew Coffee Cups

Megan Dobransky, March 17th, 2011

Keurig’s K-Cup system, the single-cup coffee brewer, boasts some impressive numbers: 2.5 million cups per day in North America, 2 billion cups since 1998 and six percent of the coffee brewed in North American offices. While the convenience and individuality of the machine is considerable, there remains the little problem of disposal. If 2.5 million cups of Keurig coffee ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged aluminumfoil, composting, number7plastic, recycle, reuse

Published in Plastic


Fun Crafts With Used Plastic

Amanda Wills, February 15th, 2010

Every now and then we like to take a break from the big news headlines and explore the creative world. We know you love crafts, perhaps almost as much as you love recycling. We tried to think of an abundant resource that you regularly toss, and plastic was the first thing to come to mind. While we highly tout recycling ... read more

8 Comments

Tagged aluminumfoil, cardboard, cfl, number1plasticPETE, number2plasticHDPE, plasticbags, plasticbottles, reuse

Published in Plastic


New Heinz Ketchup Packet May Be Convenient, But is it Recyclable?

Marisa McNatt, February 11th, 2010

You can pull back the lid for dipping or tear off the tip for squeezing using the new Heinz Dip & Squeeze packet. But currently it’s unclear whether or not you can recycle the new ketchup package once its empty. “The point is to appeal to consumers as well as customers,” says Erin Swanson, a stock analyst who covers H.J. ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged aluminumfoil, packaging

Published in Plastic


Recycling Gets Spooky

Lauren Hasler, October 19th, 2009

Halloween, All Hallow's Eve, Samhain - whatever you may call the 31st day of October, the traditions of both tricks (and treats) enchant imaginations around the world on this haunted evening. To add to the array of creepy costumes, ominous decor and an unearthly consumption of sweet treats, we think it only fitting to provide some spine-chilling facts and tips ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged aluminum, aluminumcan, aluminumfoil, basics, cellphone, greetingcard, ideas, leaves, mixedpaper, mp3player, noteworthy, number6plasticpolystyrene, organicwaste, otherglass, plasticbottles, television, whiteofficepaper, wrappingpaper

Published in General


5 Ways to Repurpose Your Trash

Kathleen Haley, April 27th, 2009

When it comes to reuse, we all know the basics. We can line our wastebaskets with used plastic grocery bags, and we know that old clothes make good rags for cleaning the house. But there are limitless possibilities for reuse once you get to thinking about it. Here are a few more ways to reuse common items instead of tossing them ... read more

11 Comments

Tagged aluminumfoil, basics, clothingandtextile, ideas, kitchen, mail, mixedpaper, noteworthy, reuse, wrappingpaper

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

3 Comments

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

Published in Metal


8 Ways to Green Your Holiday Cooking

Trey Granger, December 1st, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Cooking during the holidays can be a stressful event. You may have to learn new recipes, accommodate extra guests and prepare additional courses. With all this work, eco-friendliness may take a backseat to culinary perfection. But with all this fuss, ... read more

5 Comments

Tagged aluminumfoil, basics, energy, greetingcard, ideas, noteworthy, number5plasticPolypropylene, reuse, steel

Published in Household


Be Thankful, Be Green: Do’s & Don’ts for an Eco-Thanksgiving

Brandy Norleen, November 24th, 2008

It’s that time of year again, and you are preparing to cook a feast to feed the masses. As you start planning the smorgasbord of side dishes and entrees to feed your family this Thanksgiving, are you asking yourself how you can make this holiday a little more eco-friendly? It is easier than you think - let’s get started: Cooking Safely Do ... read more

1 Comment

Tagged aluminumfoil, basics, composting, ideas, noteworthy, number1plasticPETE, number2plasticHDPE, number3plastic, number5plasticPolypropylene, number6plasticpolystyrene, recycle, reuse, steel, styrofoam

Published in Household


Tips on Recycling and Reusing Aluminum Foil

Brandy Norleen, September 22nd, 2008

So you’ve just finished barbequing up some spare ribs, and you begin balling up the leftover aluminum foil to toss in the trash. You pause and glance to your right where you see your recycling container overflowing with aluminum cans, causing you to think, “This is also aluminum. Why can’t I recycle it?” The truth is, most of the time ... read more

No Comments

Tagged aluminumfoil, basics, ideas, noteworthy

Published in General


Facts About Aluminum Foil

Brandy Norleen, September 22nd, 2008

Aluminum foil is a very widely used household item. You can use it to wrap food, grill or even more creative purposes, like crafts. But what happens when you are done using your aluminum foil? Do you dispose of it in the trash? Here are a few facts about aluminum: Americans recycle roughly 65 to 70 percent of ... read more

6 Comments

Tagged aluminumfoil, basics, ideas, noteworthy

Published in General


1 2 Older ›

Advertise with us

Earth911

Earth911 is an environmental services company that addresses solutions for products' end-of-life for both businesses and consumers.

News & Lifestyle

Recycling 101

Business Solutions