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The Cold, Hard Truth About Recycling Steel

Nate Lipka, April 4th, 2012

We've come across quite a few creative uses of unconventional materials lately, from shipping containers made of mushrooms to bow ties made of soda cans, computer parts and pills. But when it comes to producing automobiles, large buildings and machinery, steel is still king. According to steel building site BuildingsGuide.com, the material also has some built-in advantages ... read more

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Tagged energy, infographic, metal, Plastic, recy, recycle, recycled, recycling, steel

Published in Metal


8 Companies That Make Money From Recycling

Leon Kaye, February 6th, 2012

With customers and stakeholders putting companies increasingly under the sustainability microscope, more businesses are realizing that waste is not a nuisance, but an opportunity to create revenue during uncertain economic times. Many companies, of course, have a revenue model solely based on waste management and recycling. Milorganite, for example, has been in business for over 85 years, turning Milwaukee’s ... read more

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Tagged cardboard, electronics, oil, packaging, Plastic, recy, recycle, recycling, steel, tin

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Packers to Recycle Lambeau Field Scoreboards

Mary Mazzoni, February 2nd, 2012

Off-season renovations are underway at Lambeau Field, the home of the Green Bay Packers. But old materials aren't headed for the landfill. They're being recovered for recycling, according to recent news reports. This week, work crews began taking down the scoreboard in the south end zone to make way for a brand new 100 foot wide video screen, ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, electronics, recy, recycle, recycled, recycling, steel

Published in Electronics


World’s Longest Bridge Made of Recycled Plastic

Alexis Petru, December 16th, 2011

Here at Earth911, we’ve seen boats, schools and greenhouses constructed out of plastic bottles, but now plastic bottles are being recycled into a different kind of structure in the U.S. and Europe – bridges. Over in Peeblesshire, Scotland, British company Vertech Composites just wrapped up construction on the world’s longest bridge made out of plastic bottles and other household plastic ... read more

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Tagged concrete, constructionmaterials, plasticbottles, recycled, steel

Published in Plastic


6 Examples of Pricey, Trash-Based Art

Mother Nature Network, October 13th, 2011

You probably don't think, "this'll sell for thousands of dollars!" as you toss packaging or a bottle into the recycling bin. But many artists look at discarded materials in a different way — and have capitalized on the low (read: no) cost of this particular type of "art supply." Turning those scraps into beautiful and profitable works, artists from ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, computer, grass, ireland, kitchen, mail, metal, oil, packaging, recycle, reuse, steel, toys

Published in Construction


Conserve Energy in the Kitchen

Marisa McNatt, September 29th, 2011

Ever wondered if washing dishes by hand saves water and energy over using the dishwasher? Or, should you replace the fridge from 1989, even though it’s still running? We’ve got the inside information on keeping it efficient in the kitchen. A more efficient refrigerator The fridge is the single biggest energy-consuming appliance in most households, according to the EPA. And the older it ... read more

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Tagged appliances, cfl, dishwasher, DIY, energy, gas, kitchen, led, light bulbs, packaging, reduce, refrigerator, steel, stove

Published in Household


5 Ways to Pack a Zero Waste Lunch

Alexis Petru, August 23rd, 2011

Packing your lunch for school or work is not only a great way to save money, but it can also help you reduce your waste. Whether you’re considering bringing your own lunch to work or planning to ship the kids off to school with lunches this school year, here are five ways to pack your very own zero waste lunch. 1.  ... read more

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ShelterBox Kits to Offer Sustained Relief in Japan

Alison Neumer Lara, March 21st, 2011

A week after a giant earthquake and tsunami hit Japan, relief workers are turning their focus from search and rescue to helping displaced survivors – and that’s where ShelterBox comes in. The UK-based charity, which dispatched an international team to Tokyo immediately after the disaster struck, now has about 500 of its emergency aid kits on the ground in ... read more

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Tagged book, food, fuel, steel, stove, tin, wood

Published in Construction


What to Do With Old Hairdryers, Curling Irons

Jordan Bren, February 22nd, 2011

A standard, non-professional curling iron lasts 1-2 years, according to a spokesperson for Conair. So, getting the most out of this appliance by recycling keeps the materials out of landfills and gives it an additional purpose. Curling irons, hairdryers and other similar hair appliances can be recycled for their scrap metal rather than thrown away. Although these appliances can’t be ... read more

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Tagged aluminum, nonferrousmetal, steel, tin

Published in Metal


Show Off That Mug

Raquel Fagan, October 11th, 2010

Fact If you use one disposable coffee cup per day, it creates 23 pounds of waste per year. To prevent this, try reusable mugs for coffee or tea that eliminate the need for disposable cups. Get Started Purchase a reusable mug or cup that matches your personal style. You'll feel both green and trendy! Search around for the perfect fit. Reusable containers come ... read more

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