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Japan Releases New Process to Recycle Aerosols

Trey Granger, June 16th, 2009

After a two-year search, Japan has selected the Aerosolv recycling system as its nationwide solution for how local governments should handle the disposal of aerosol cans. Japanese businesses already used Aerosolv and were able to win over the Aerosol Industry Association and Japan Waste Management Association in a contest that lasted from June ... read more

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Study Finds Radioactive Recycled Metal in Consumer Products

Trey Granger, June 8th, 2009

An investigation by Scripps Howard News Service reveals that millions of pounds of metal have been contaminated with radioactive material during the recycling process, which can lead to low levels of radiation in consumer products including handbags and tableware. The contamination occurs because as metal is recycled, multiple products are melted in a furnace to produce new metal sheets. If ... read more

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Calif. State Officials Propose Changes in Auto Recycling

Lori Brown, May 29th, 2009

As reported this week by the L.A. Times, California lawmakers are considering legislation to further regulate how the automotive recycling industry disposes of "leftover" waste created in the recycling process. Known in the automotive recycling industry as "fluff," the leftover waste is currently diverted to municipal landfills, a practice state toxic substance regulators argue is harmful to human and ... read more

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Sustainable Packaging Use to Reach 32 Percent by 2014

Trey Granger, May 26th, 2009

A new study by Pike Research anticipates the use of sustainable packaging throughout the world to grow 11 percent by 2014, which would mean that almost a third of all packaging would be environmentally friendly. Pike claims that packaging is a $429 billion industry, and manufacturers are moving towards energy reduction and the use of more recyclable material. The research ... read more

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Expanded N.Y. Mall Recycles 91 Percent of Construction Material

Trey Granger, May 20th, 2009

As construction of the new Destiny USA project in Syracuse, N.Y. wraps up, executives from the project have announced that 91 percent of construction debris has been diverted from landfills. The new mall is an expansion of the existing Carousel Center mall, and Destiny USA is attempting to gain the U.S. Green Building Council's top Leadership in Energy and Environmental ... read more

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Governments Propose International Ship Recycling Convention

Lori Brown, May 14th, 2009

When you think of recycling, ships may not be the first image that come to mind. In reality, ships represent an enormous amount of metal and hazardous waste associated with construction and demolition, making their eventual recycling of great importance. In a week-long meeting that began May 11 in Hong Kong, governments gathered to determine measures to make ship recycling safer ... read more

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New Oregon Bill May Prevent Metal Theft

Trey Granger, May 7th, 2009

The Oregon Senate has unanimously passed a bill that aims to prevent metal theft in the state by requiring that buyers pay by check and keep records of all metal sales. Bill 570 will also prevent the sale of certain metals, except from approved agencies. Oregon has been working on the legislation for almost three years, with the goal of emulating ... read more

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Mass. Town Recycles Scrap Metal to Build Playground

Trey Granger, May 5th, 2009

The town of Swampscott, Mass. will begin construction on a new playground this summer with an eco-friendly twist. To help pay for the costs of construction, the city will be having two scrap metal recycling events on May 16 and May 30. The events will take place during both Saturday mornings at Swampscott's Public Works Department, located at 200 Paradise Road. ... read more

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Stylish Recycling Bins

Kasen Seaver, May 4th, 2009

Has recycling turned into another commitment that started off with a fiery passion but has since fallen by the wayside? Well it’s time to rekindle the flame. But how do you get back into the habit? It all starts with a recycling system that is both convenient and easy to maintain in the midst of your busy life. As ... read more

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Published in Household


Recycling Mysteries: Batteries

Trey Granger, April 27th, 2009

In our increasingly mobile world, batteries serve quite a purpose. They power our cars, portable electronics and items we use every day. Batteries can even be made out of vegetables. Batteries are identified by the product they're used for ("car battery," "cell phone battery," etc.) or its size ( "9V", "button cell"). But for scientific purposes, batteries' names are based ... read more

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