Sophia Bennett

Sophia Bennett is a freelance writer based in Eugene, OR. Her work has been featured in more than a dozen magazines, newspapers and blogs. She is a dedicated home recycler, an avid thrift store shopper and a huge compost nerd.

Sophia's other professional experience include six years with the St. Vincent de Paul Society of Lane County, an internationally recognized leader in the field of nonprofit waste-based business development, and a year as an economic development and recycling coordinator in the U.K. She's volunteered with the Oregon State University Extension Service Compost Specialist program and Willamette Farm and Food Coalition. In her spare time she enjoys cooking, reading, crafts, gardening and spending time with her husband and twin daughters.

  • How to Recycle Lead

    May 1, 2015

    Lead can be a highly dangerous substance if disposed of or recycled improperly. Learn the basics for getting rid of lead-based paint, batteries and more.

    • How to Recycle Lunchables

      April 29, 2015

      Lunchables are still an easy solution for people low on time. However, they can be tough to recycle. Here’s how to recycle them and make your own (healthier) version.

      • How to Recycle Belts

        April 24, 2015

        Belts aren’t the easiest of accessories to recycle, but there are ways – and plenty of options for reuse and upcycling!

        • How to Recycle Office Chairs

          April 23, 2015

          Time to upgrade your office chair? Find out how to recycle, reuse or donate it!

          • How to Recycle Fertilizer

            April 22, 2015

            Fertilizer can’t be recycled in the traditional sense, so what can you do with it?

            • How to Recycle Mercury

              April 21, 2015

              Don’t throw thermostats, thermometers, light bulbs in the trash! They contain mercury, a seriously dangerous toxin!

              • 5 Green Gadgets to Cut Your Carbon Footprint

                April 20, 2015

                For Earth Day, if you must consume, consider one of these pieces of tech that will help you conserve and be more efficient.

                • How to Recycle a Grill

                  April 17, 2015

                  As you prep for warmer weather, a new grill may be on your mind. If so, make sure you recycle your old one!

                  • How to Recycle Glasses

                    April 16, 2015

                    The materials glasses are traditionally made of make them difficult to recycle. But that doesn’t mean you don’t have options that don’t involve the trash!

                    • How to Recycle Markers

                      April 10, 2015

                      Near the end of the school year, you may find yourself cleaning out the supplies closet. Before you throw away old markers, though, consider recycling them with one of these programs.