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Debunked Plastic Myths

Trey Granger, March 1st, 2010

What's your impression of plastic? Is it better or worse than other forms of packaging (such as glass, metal and paper), and how did you form this opinion? There is a lot of information distributed throughout the green world about plastic, and not much of it is positive. Before you write this material out of your life, let's evaluate a few ... read more

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Published in Plastic


Wow, You Can Recycle That?

Lori Brown, February 8th, 2010

A few weeks ago, Earth911 investigated some of the lesser known recyclables. Sure, they don't receive as much media attention as some of their co-stars like the plastic bottle or the aluminum can, but your massive response to "I Didn't Know That Was Recyclable!" proved that there is an outcry to dispose of those odd items. From paint and batteries ... read more

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Plastic Q & A

Jennifer Berry, January 11th, 2010

Even though recycling has been around for decades, there's still a great deal to learn about it. Especially as our focus on environmental issues as a nation continues to rise, our collective knowledge about sustainable options like recycling is more crucial than ever. But let's be honest for a moment: You can't know everything. Maybe you know a bit, and ... read more

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Plastic Fashion, So Haute!

Amanda Wills, December 7th, 2009

Run your hand over it, and it feels similar to your cotton summer scarf. Slip it over your head, and it fits just like that $200 blouse from Donna Karan. Pair it with your favorite go-to jeans, and it makes for the perfect casual outfit. It's plastic, but you would never know it. While synthetic fabrics - polyester, nylon and acrylic - ... read more

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Published in Plastic


5 Fun Holiday Craft Ideas

Amanda Wills, December 7th, 2009

We're suspecting that if you're reading this article, you've got a pretty good eye for creativity - or at least a desire to explore the space. Nothing says "green holiday" like opting for homemade decorations and gifts, and the added personal touch makes your crafts all the more unique and memorable. Keeping in mind both time and money, we scoured the ... read more

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Published in Construction


The Ultimate Plastic Breakdown

Amanda Wills, November 23rd, 2009

You may have seen the plastic resin chart, but what do those numbers actually mean, and why should they be important to you? The industry calls it the "resin identification coding system." It indicates the type of plastic your product is made from and is ultimately your guide to recycling that plastic. While the codes were initially developed to meet the ... read more

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Published in Plastic


Reuse Your Odd Plastic

Amanda Wills, November 16th, 2009

Yeah, it's made of plastic and has a number, and OK, it's technically recyclable. But while 80 percent of Americans have access to plastics recycling programs in some form, finding one that actually accepts our daily hard-to-recycle items is sometimes harder than we anticipate. But instead of trashing that Best of the 80s CD case or those leftover packaging peanuts, consider ... read more

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Published in Plastic


6 Steps to Green Your Tailgate

Amanda Wills, November 2nd, 2009

Tailgating has been called "the last great American neighborhood...where no one locks their doors, everyone is happy to see you and are all together sharing fun, food and football!" As November kicks off, football season is in full swing as NFL stadiums average nearly 100,000 fans at each game. While that's a lot of hot dog buns and foam ... read more

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Save Money: Plastic Bottles

Jennifer Berry, October 26th, 2009

Before we get started, let's lay down some basic information: As this article was in its "research" phase, Earth911 asked a number of people about cool ideas they had for saving money by reusing plastic bottles. A majority of those responded answered: "Don't buy them." Contrary to popular belief, this isn't the best response. Even if you're into reusable bottles (which read more

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Published in Plastic


360: Recycling Plastic #5

Amanda Wills, October 19th, 2009

Earth911's 360 series breaks down the ins and outs of your everyday items. Plastic #5 is more a part of your life than you make think. From your favorite vanilla yogurt to the prescription medicine bottle above your sink, polypropylene is a durable material that's perfect for packaging. According to the American Chemistry Council (ACC), #5 is a similar ... read more

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Published in Plastic


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