How Recyclable is the Metal in Your Jewelry?
July 24, 2014
Because we are usually not looking to throw out our nice jewelry, many of us do not know how recyclable the precious metals are.
April Stearns
April Stearns is a writer based in Santa Cruz, CA. She is a graduate of the University of California at Santa Cruz with a B.A. in creative writing.
Aside from her studies, April is the Arts & Entertainment Editor at UCSC's student-run newspaper, City on a Hill Press, and she has published articles on cityonahillpress.com. She also works as a writing tutor with the university for incoming freshmen who have not passed the college writing exam.
April's passion for writing extends beyond fiction and arts events to community projects that aim to better the environment and work toward sustainability and stronger community bonds.
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My Curbside Program: Just Say Yes to Plastic Bags, E-Waste
July 9, 2014
An excellent curbside recycling program is not something to take for granted.
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How to Compost Breakfast Leftovers and Scraps
July 2, 2014
From food scraps, to coffee filters and tea bags, there are ample opportunities to reuse any breakfast remnants in your compost pile.
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Summertime Recycled Fashion: Pretty Ugly Hat
June 25, 2014
Don’t let the name fool you: The Pretty Ugly Hat is one of the greenest and most comfortable ways to keep cool this summer.
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Summer Project: Eco-Friendly Kitchen Renovation Ideas
June 19, 2014
With some care and creativity, reusing discarded items in a kitchen renovation can add even more character to your home.
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Red Rocks Takes Actions for a Zero-Waste Summer
June 12, 2014
Red Rocks Amphitheatre and its surrounding grounds is now home to 150 permanent recycling containers.
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Hollywood Bowl Continues Eco-Friendly Traditions
June 10, 2014
The venerable Los Angeles venue continues to innovate its conservation methods into its tenth decade.
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Stockwell Creates Elegant Dresses Out of Used Paper
June 2, 2014
British artist Susan Stockwell recycles paper scrap into magnificent, period-specific dresses.
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How Recyclable are Soup Cans?
May 27, 2014
Whether steel or tin, most soup cans are recyclable in theory. But, it’s the lining on the inside of the can that reveals the truth.
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Are Soiled Pizza Boxes Recyclable?
May 19, 2014
One simple tip is all you need to know to properly recycle used pizza boxes.