What Should I Do With All of My Unwanted Paper Receipts?
August 21, 2014
Some receipt paper is highly recyclable, while thermal paper in particular presents challenges at recycling facilities.
Maggie Wehri
Maggie is currently a third-year student at The Ohio State University in Columbus, OH. She is pursuing a bachelor’s degree from the Fisher College of Business in sustainable enterprise management, a bachelor’s degree of fine arts from the Arts and Sciences College and an entrepreneurship minor. In her spare time, Maggie enjoys working on creative projects, and writing, designing and editing Fisher Ink Magazine, Fisher’s undergraduate business magazine.
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Understanding the Recyclability of Different Paper Grades
August 19, 2014
The EPA recognizes five different grades of paper, each with different recyclability properties.
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Using, Storing and Disposing of Pesticides and Fertilizers
August 14, 2014
Fertilizer and pesticides come with a host of toxic consequences if mishandled. But you can keep them safely and discard them properly if you follow these steps.
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Confused by Plastic Recyclability? You’re Not Alone
August 6, 2014
Which plastics are recyclable in your community? It is important to know so you can buy and recycle appropriately.
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See Scout Sleep: Green, Durable Comfort for Your Pup
July 30, 2014
Combining sustainable materials, fashionable design and topnotch durability, See Scout Sleep’s pet beds and accessories are sure to be a hit with both pets and their owners.
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Tricky Metals: Can I Toss This in the Recycling Bin?
July 23, 2014
Bits and pieces of metal you find around the home can surely go in your curbside recycling bin, right?
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My Curbside Program: More E-Waste, Plastic Bag Options, Please
July 7, 2014
We all want to have the perfect curbside recycling program. How would you change your program? The author suggests e-waste and plastic bags be included in hers.
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Compost is the Solution for Your Dingy Dryer Lint
June 30, 2014
Lint does not usually make it into the compost pile, but its reuse can be very beneficial in creating rich soil.
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Summer Project: Repurposing Your Old Carpet
June 18, 2014
If you are getting fresh carpet this summer, consider the reuse possibilities for the carpet you are going to replace.
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Cincinnati Venue’s Recycled Turf a Hit with Music Fans
June 11, 2014
The Riverbend Music Center has seen a 10% increase in lawn ticket sales since installing a recycled synthetic turf at the amphitheater in 2012.