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Sustainable Farming Trends

Megan Dobransky, December 14th, 2011

Christmas tree farms, by nature, provide a renewable, recyclable resource that is good for the environment. But did you know that some farms go above and beyond to ensure that their farming methods are sustainable? According the National Christmas Tree Association, Americans buy over 25 million real Christmas trees each year. Those trees come from the nearly 15,000 Christmas tree ... read more

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10 DIY Ornaments for Your Christmas Tree

Mary Mazzoni, December 14th, 2011

Decorating the Christmas tree is a beloved tradition for many families. This year, try adding a new tradition to your holiday repertoire - making your own decorations. These 10 homemade ornaments are so fun and festive, you'd never guess they're made from trash! 1. Egg shell baubles The next time you're whipping up a morning omelette, don't compost those egg shells. ... read more

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Recycling Mysteries: Holiday Cards, Wrapping, Decor

Starre Vartan, December 5th, 2011

A whopping 2.65 billion Christmas cards are sent every year, most of which end up tossed, and XX miles of wrapping paper are snugly fit around boxes and gifts, only to end up torn apart and usually in a huge garbage bag. And what about Christmas décor items, like plastic boughs to decorate the staircase that won’t make it another holiday, ... read more

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5 Waste Lessons Thanksgiving Taught Us

Mary Mazzoni, November 29th, 2011

Food-heavy holidays like Thanksgiving can leave trash bins unusually full. But don't fret, Earth-lover. Your holiday celebration can be the start of a low-waste revolution in your kitchen. Here are five waste-saving lessons we learned this Thanksgiving and ways to apply them all year round. 1. Take inventory Food-related holidays are the perfect time to analyze how you're disposing of kitchen ... read more

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Win $5,000 For Your E-Cycling Idea

Mary Mazzoni, November 28th, 2011

Have a bright idea about how to recycle and reuse cathode ray tube (CRT) glass from old televisions? If your eco ingenuity trumps your peers', you could be $5,000 richer. The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) and Environmental Defense Fund (EDF) have announced the start of "The Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) Challenge: New Uses for Recycled Glass" - a ... read more

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Tagged electronics, glass, ideas, lead, recy, recycle, recycling, reuse, television

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4 Alternative Thanksgiving Celebrations

Mother Nature Network, November 16th, 2011

Written by Starre Vartan, MNN As I was explaining to some foreign visitors the other day, the best part about Thanksgiving is that it's all-inclusive, and pretty much everyone can (and does) celebrate it. To take part in Thanksgiving, you don't have to believe in a specific religion, god or gods, dress up in any kind of outfit, celebrate a totally ... read more

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Recycled Thanksgiving Crafts for Kids

Mary Mazzoni, November 16th, 2011

We've all made the handprint turkey. But if your little ones are in search of a slightly more challenging project this year, why not try using your recyclables to adorn the Thanksgiving table? An added bonus to these five recycled crafts: You won't have to hide them behind the centerpiece when company comes over. 1. Thankful tree Every year, Vanessa Coppola's ... read more

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Celebs, CEOs Hit Red Carpet at Global Green Awards

Amanda Wills, November 15th, 2011

Last night's Global Green Awards in New York City showcased this year's top innovators in sustainable design. Sprint, Starbucks, Fisker, 350.org and actor Adrian Grenier. "Global Green's annual Sustainable Design Awards celebrate and honor those who are changing the world and fighting climate change through innovation," said Global Green President and CEO Matt Petersen. Highlights from the evening included Adrian Grenier and his ... read more

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What Happens Next to Cartons

Megan Dobransky, November 1st, 2011

After you recycle a carton, it can become a wide variety of products that you use on a daily basis. New paper products Cartons are comprised mostly of paper, so naturally most of the recycled material is paper-based. After the paper is separated from the aluminum and plastic, it is processed into a variety of paper products such as paper towels, tissues, ... read more

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How Cartons are Recycled

Megan Dobransky, November 1st, 2011

Cartons go through a series of steps to become a variety of new products: 1. Separation Cartons are first separated from other types of waste at a Materials Recovery Facility. Facilities that sort cartons as a separate commodity will ensure the highest and best use for recovered cartons. 2. Shipping The cartons are bundled and then sent to paper mills where they will be ... read more

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