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Bottle It Up

Raquel Fagan, October 20th, 2008

Fact While plastic bottle recycling hit an all-time high in 2009 at 31 percent, there are still many ways to reduce plastic waste. Get Started A small investment in a reusable bottle upfront can save over the long run. Use your reusable bottles at the gym, the office or around the house. Cut a plastic water bottle in half and use the bottom ... read more

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Austin Expands Recycling Program

Ashley Schiller, October 14th, 2008

In hopes of increasing recycling rates and revenue, the city of Austin, Texas, kicked off a single-stream recycling program earlier this month. This type of program allows more materials to be accepted and also has a history of increasing resident participation. In addition to plastics number one through seven and boxboard (cereal boxes and similar packaging). Plastic bags and Styrofoam ... read more

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Eco-Camper

Jennifer Berry, October 7th, 2008

Fact Camping is the perfect time to enjoy nature and get some exercise.  From Glacier Bay to the Everglades, opportunities abound for exciting adventures in the wilderness. Here are a few tips to maintain the integrity of your favorite spot: Get Started "Pack in, pack out" by making sure to bring out any waste that you bring in. Leave no trace behind, ... read more

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About Bio-based, Degradable and Compostable Plastic

Libuse Binder, September 22nd, 2008

Although these terms are sometimes used interchangeably, bio-based, degradable and compostable mean very different things. Bio-based Plastics As bio-based plastics continue to emerge into the market place, they can be found in a multitude of products, such as water bottles, gift cards, clamshell packaging and even cell phones. The term bio-based refers to the source of the carbon molecules used to make a ... read more

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Innovative Plastics

Raquel Fagan, September 22nd, 2008


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Facts About Bio-based, Degradable and Compostable Plastics

Libuse Binder, September 22nd, 2008

Here are a few facts about bio-based, degradable and compostable plastics: 600: The percentage increase from 2000 to 2008 of worldwide consumption of bio-based plastic. 2007: The year California passed a regulation that made it illegal for companies to claim “biodegradable” classification on plastic bags and food packaging without scientific testing and third-party certification. Two: The number of ASTM ... read more

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A New Life For Recycled Paper, Plastic in Israel

Ashley Schiller, September 17th, 2008

The American Israeli Paper Mills Group (AIPM) has invented a pipe "almost as tough as steel" made with recycled The Jerusalem Post. The pipe is composed of 60 to 70 percent recycled material and uses a newly discovered bonding agent which gives the material the resilience of paper fibers and the flexibility of plastic. The company itself is already using the pipes cores for its paper rolls, each of ... read more

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Western Phoenix Suburbs Expand Plastic Curbside Recycling

Trey Granger, August 29th, 2008

The Maricopa County cities of Goodyear, Litchfield Park and Surprise will now be able to recycle additional plastic products at the curb thanks to an expanded plastic recycling program by Waste Management. These cities' curbside programs will now take Bag Central Station program. Other Phoenix-area cities including Chandler and Gilbert already accept all plastics. The rest of the Valley accepts the ... read more

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Company Profile: Noble Juice

Trey Granger, June 9th, 2008

The "Company Profile” is an Earth911.com series highlighting consumer goods and services making a difference through product stewardship and recycling. Products and services featured do not pay for placement and are not endorsed by Earth911.com. Have trouble recycling plastic bottles in your area? A new type of bottle made of polylactic acid (PLA), is not only recyclable but you can Noble ... read more

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Plastic Recycling Facts

Trey Granger, September 6th, 2007

According to the Beverage Marketing Corp, the average American consumed 1.6 gallons of bottled water in 1976. In 2006, that number jumped to 28.3 gallons. More than 2.4 billion pounds of plastic bottles were recycled in 2008. Although the amount of plastic bottles recycled in the U.S. has grown every year since 1990, the actual recycling rate remains steady at around ... read more

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