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Upcycle Your Old Phone and Help a Child in Need

Christina Caldwell, May 8th, 2012

Electronics upcycling is a win-win situation for consumer and recycler. The consumer gets to keep his or her old device out of landfills, sometimes gets paid for the contribution and gets a sweet new phone out of the process. The recycler gets to turn a profit and have a green reputation. But what if turning in that crappy old phone could ... read more

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Tagged book, books, electronics, recycle, student, students

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10 Must-Read Books for Earth Day

Alex Vietti, April 15th, 2012

As we take a retrospective look at the first Earth Day, it is important to acknowledge the foundation that sparked the interests of the masses in environmental issues of the time, as many of the same ideas and realities are relevant in the present. From a time before internet posts & tweets, these are some of the farthest reaching and ... read more

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Tagged book, books, paper, recycle, recycleables, recycled, recycling

Published in General


Earth911′s Green Spring Cleaning Guide

Mary Mazzoni, March 27th, 2012

Spring cleaning can seem daunting, and adding eco-consciousness to the mix only increases the stress. Sure, you want to spruce your home up for the season, but it can be tough to know where to start. Don't worry. Earth911 has you covered. Check out our Green Spring Cleaning Guide, which will help you do everything from choosing the right cleaning ... read more

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Tagged africa, appliances, bathroom, book, books, carpet, cell phone, cell phones, composting, computer, computers, cosmetics, dvd, electronics, food, furniture, kitchen, library, organic, packaging, recycling, reduce, refrigerator, reuse, stove

Published in Household


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World Swap Day is This Saturday

Alexis Petru, January 19th, 2012

Have a bunch of books or DVDS that need a new home? Or are you looking for a few new budget-friendly pieces of clothing to punch up your wardrobe? Then get ready for World Swap Day this Saturday, Jan. 21, when hundreds of swaps will take place across the country: from an exchange of children’s clothes and toys in Oakland, ... read more

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Published in Clothing


10 Stocking Stuffers for Under $10

Alexis Petru, December 13th, 2011

You’ve decked the halls, you’ve trimmed the tree and soon it will be time to fill those Christmas stockings hanging on the mantle. Here’s Earth911’s top 10 picks for unique stocking stuffers  – all priced under $10 each – that are both good for the planet and easy on your wallet. SEE: Earth911’s 2011 Holiday Gift Guides 1.  Shower timer Envirosax’s ... read more

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Tagged bicycle, book, books, cardboard, food, guide, organic, paper, recycled, reduce, reuse

Published in Household


Gifts for the Student

Mary Mazzoni, November 29th, 2011

Find More Gifts For The… Whether they're in grade school or college, we put together a list of helpful items for the greenest of students. Read on for more. Eco Lunch Bag by Ten Thousand Villages Forget brown-bagging it! Make lunchtime fun for your ... read more

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Tagged books, paper, reuse, solar, student

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8 Things You Can Share, Rent or Borrow

Alexis Petru, November 2nd, 2011

It’s not breaking news that renting or borrowing items you only need occasionally can save you money: books from your local library, DVDs from Netflix or a pick-up truck from a car rental company. But sharing and checking out these items you don’t need to own permanently is also good for the planet. Nowadays, pooling resources goes way beyond the local library ... read more

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Tagged books, dvd, food, fuel, glass, reduce, students, tools, trees

Published in Household


7 Hurricane Essentials You Already Have

Amanda Wills, August 26th, 2011

With the looming threat of hurricane Irene beating on the East Coast's front door, we thought we'd search our pantries, closets and garages for everyday items that will come in handy both during the storm and in its wake. Here's your survival kit for the mean Irene. Homepage photo courtesy of NASA.gov. Old clothes, sheets Remember that bag of clothes you've been ... read more

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Tagged batteries, book, books, cell phone, food, gas, glass, magazines, metal, newspaper, recycling, television, tools, windows

Published in Household


10 Back-to-School Items to Buy Used

Mary Mazzoni, August 16th, 2011

Back to school can break the bank. Instead of heading to the megastore with your three-page list, try starting your own personal reuse revolution this September. Check out these back-to-school basics you should buy used every time, and start shrinking your footprint, not your wallet. 1. Clothes and shoes Kids grow up fast, and that brand new Transformers shirt he just had to ... read more

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Tagged book, books, reuse, students, toys

Published in Household


For College Students: How to Cut Waste When Moving

Jennifer Berry, May 16th, 2011

Across the country, thousands of college students are getting ready to move out from their dorms and residence halls. During the excitement of upcoming summer breaks and the end to stressful semesters, sustainability can get tossed out like last year's statistics book. Earth911 caught up with representatives from Arizona State University, now in its third year of a "Ditch the Dumpster" ... read more

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Tagged books, clearglass, clothingandtextile, computers, homeandofficefurniture, mixedpaper, recycling

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