Earth911 Weekly Roundup: March 19-23
We revisit the biggest, best and most buzz-worthy stories of the week that was…Published in General
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Don’t Toss Old Kicks! Donate Them to Charity
Americans throw away approximately 760,000 tons of shoes and clothing each year, according to the U.S. EPA. But Nashville-based nonprofit Soles4Souls wants to find a second life for unwanted footwear, distributing 17 million pairs of shoes to people in need in over 127 countries since 2005. Soles4Souls collects all types of shoes – sandals, sneakers and boots – in ... read morePublished in Clothing
How to Plan an Eco Getaway
Vacations. We daydream about them. We work hard for them. We aspire to be on them. Few can argue that relaxing poolside or hiking your favorite trails don't occupy our wishful thinking to-do lists. But for some, the beachfront cabana and fruity cocktails just aren't enough to make that list. These "vacationers" are seeking a different type of experience. They are looking for an eco ... read morePublished in General
Turn Off Your Lights for Earth Hour
At 8:30 p.m. on March 27, countries around the world will be celebrating Earth Hour by turning off their lights and sitting through 60 minutes of darkness. The World Wildlife Fund (WWF) event aims to show participants the infinite possibilities a united global effort can have on combating environmental issues, such as global warming and energy consumption. Billy Gentle, communications manager of ... read morePublished in General
Planet Earth’s Eco-Warriors
In its April issue, Glamour magazine featured Earth911’s Vice President Sandra Keil in its “70 New Reasons to Live Green,” a tribute to the women who are saving the world. We’ve created our very own list of our top “Eco-Warriors” from around the world. These five people have done some pretty amazing things for the environment and have made their ... read morePublished in General
Recycle to Fight Global Conflict
With springtime comes your annual home cleansing. You try on every outfit in your closet, throwing the rejects to the side. You upgrade your electronics for smaller, savvy options. And you thoroughly inspect every inch of your life, searching for the unwanted, the unnecessary and the unusable. Meanwhile, more than 7,000 miles across the ocean, developing countries continue to struggle with ... read morePublished in Household
Site Makes International Bag Laws Easy to Find
Were you ever curious how other states and countries dealt with retail bag use? Well, look no further. The Florida Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has created a comprehensive website listing proposed or existing regulations related to retail shopping bags. The website was created in response to The Energy, Climate Change, and Economic Security Act of 2008 (House Bill ... read morePublished in Plastic
