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Recycling Mysteries: Tires

Trey Granger, November 2nd, 2009

Let's be honest: Tires make the world go round. Unless you're a professional speed walker, your method of transportation probably involves tires of some sort. But these tires don't last forever. Whether it's an irreparable flat or loss of tread, eventually tires need to be replaced. Some tires can be retreaded for a second life, but what happens to those ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, lead, noteworthy, recycle, steel, tires

Published in Automotive


Drive Green, Avoid Sticker Shock

Trey Granger, October 14th, 2009

Often, eco-friendly products cost more upon their initial purchase because of increased production costs or a lower volume of products sold. It's simple economics, and sometimes "green" is just more expensive. However, that's not the case with recycled antifreeze, as evidenced by a brand called MaxSafe. MaxSafe's line is 20 percent cheaper than virgin antifreeze, with an 80 percent smaller ... read more

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Published in Automotive


An E-Waste Solution?

Michelle Talsma Everson, September 28th, 2009

In today’s fast paced, technology-driven world, it seems like the minute the latest gadget hits your hand it’s nearly obsolete, with another upgraded version ready to take its place in a matter of months. This is great news for the technology market, but it presents a unique challenge for waste management: the continuous growth of e-waste. According to the California ... read more

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Tagged africa, basics, computers, ideas, lead, mercury, noteworthy, television

Published in Electronics


E-Waste Fest Debuts This Weekend

Trey Granger, September 22nd, 2009

A new spin on electronics recycling collection will happen Sept. 26. The E-Waste Fest will feature musical acts, family activities and a non-profit beneficiary, in addition to collecting obsolete electronics. The first E-Waste Fest will take place in West Warwick, R.I. Consumers can bring computers, cell phones, TVs and even inkjet cartridges to be recycled by Office Recycling Solutions. ... read more

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Tagged basics, cellphone, computers, ideas, inkjetcartridge, lead, mercury, noteworthy, television

Published in Hazardous


8 Ways Gadgets Have Gone Green

Amanda Wills, September 21st, 2009

Flash back to 1989: Did we ever imagine a world in which we carried in our pockets palm-sized devices that connected us to everything from our friends to the Internet super-highway? The technology of twenty years ago has evolved into sleek, ingenious, energy-efficient machines today. But electronics' functions and design aren't the only things that have changed. Today our ever-changing vernacular ... read more

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Tagged basics, cellphone, computers, energy, ideas, lead, noteworthy, packaging, pvc, television

Published in Electronics


360: Cosmetics

Brandy Norleen, September 7th, 2009

Earth911's 360 series breaks down the ins and outs of your everyday items. When was the last time you went through your cosmetics drawer or bag?  Has it been six months, a year, maybe longer?  Cosmetics can be defined as powder, lotion, lipstick, rouge or any other preparation for beautifying the face, skin, hair, nails, etc. Let’s take a look ... read more

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Published in General


Recovery Act to Fund $5M N.J. Superfund Cleanup

Amanda Wills, September 1st, 2009

The EPA is allotting $5 million in stimulus funding to Monitor Devices/Intercircuits Inc. to cleanup a superfund site in Wall Township, N.J. Part of the $600 million federal Superfund remedial program, the money will be used to address contaminated groundwater at the site as well as create jobs in Wall Township, according to the EPA. The groundwater remedy includes ... read more

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Published in Hazardous


Tennessee Creates Task Force on Tire Disposal

Trey Granger, August 27th, 2009

Tennessee is addressing scrap tire disposal through a new task force with representatives from the Tennessee government, tire dealers and those who collect tires for recycling, according to TireBusiness.com. State law currently prohibits tires from landfills, and as a result, each county is responsible for providing a collection site where residents can drop them off. To fund these disposal programs, ... read more

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Published in Automotive


‘Recycle Your Computer Month’ Hits Cleveland

Trey Granger, August 14th, 2009

Throughout August, Ohio's Cuyahoga County is encouraging residents and businesses to recycle their computers, a tradition that began in August 2000 and has since recycled 3,700 tons over nine years. Recycle Your Computer Month covers every component of the computer, from CPUs and monitors to cables, software and printers/cartridges. It also accepts cell phones, but not other electronic devices, such ... read more

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Tagged basics, cellphone, computermonitors, computers, ideas, inkjetcartridge, lead, noteworthy, officemachines, television, tonercartridge

Published in Electronics


8 Ways to Green Back to School

Lindsey Wilson, August 10th, 2009

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. Don’t be fooled: Even if Alice Cooper’s “School’s Out” has been playing nonstop lately, the beginning of another school year is quickly approaching. Back to school is the perfect time not only for digging out that alarm clock, but also ... read more

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Published in Household


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