• A Guide to Identifying and Recycling Plastic

    March 26, 2025

    Have you been following California’s pair of nesting Bald Eagles that had three chicks hatch in 2025? If so, you watched as Jackie ended up with a fishing line dangling out of her beak after eating some fish, which left her unable to feed her chicks until she got it dislodged from her throat. It […]

  • How Winter Conditions Affect Recycling Collection and Processing

    March 10, 2025

    A British study found that paper and cardboard recycling rates decline by 40% during the winter. Why is that? Much of it comes down to contamination from snow and ice. The problems occur both in curbside collections and at recycling facilities. RecycleNation helps you take steps to prevent recycling from ending up in the trash. Winter’s […]

  • Beyond Petroleum: The Rise of Bioplastics in a Greener World

    February 24, 2025

    In 2018, Americans generated 35.7 million tons of plastic waste. Some plastics are recyclable, but not all of them are. Less than 10% of plastic items are properly recycled. HDPE (29.3%) and PET (29.1%) are the types of plastic with the highest recycling rates. Some people don’t recycle as they should due to confusing policies […]

  • Sustainable Trends: Visible Mending, Make Your Repairs Make a Statement

    February 14, 2025

    An alarming number of tons of textiles end up in landfills each year. That includes blankets, shoes, clothes, curtains, towels, and other fabric items In 2018, the EPA estimated that 17 million tons of textiles ended up in the trash.The U.S. has 542 operational landfills. In seven states, landfills are nearing their capacity. Reducing trash […]

  • Biodegradable Packaging and Its Role in Recycling Programs

    January 27, 2025

    In its first week, the new administration made several policy changes that may impact recycling programs across the nation. One of the biggest involved freezing funds for the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act for at least 60 days. There’s also been talk about gutting the EPA. All of this has people […]

  • Zero Waste in 2025: Can It Be Achieved?

    January 22, 2025

    As much as I’d like to say that there is hope for 2025 to be the year the nation achieves zero waste, the reality is it’s tough if everyone doesn’t do their part. In the U.S., less than three out of four households have access to recycling programs. Single-family homes are more likely to have […]

  • 5 Sustainable Resolutions for an Eco-Friendly New Year

    January 6, 2025

    It’s that time again when we prepare to embrace a brand new year. For many, this is also a time of fresh starts, a chance to reflect on how to make ourselves and the world better. For this new year, why not have those annual resolutions focus on sustainability and eco-friendliness? By setting eco-friendly goals […]

  • How Green Living Advice Can Save You Money and Help the Planet

    December 31, 2024

    Let’s talk about green living. What was once viewed as a trendy buzzword has become an important concept for modern sustainable lifestyles. Green living is often seen as investing in solar panels and hybrid cars, but the reality is that it’s so much more than this. Green living is about embracing everyday habits that contribute […]

  • Exploring Solutions for Recycling Glass and Ceramics

    December 31, 2024

    Those in the world of recycling know a secret that the average consumer might not be aware of – glass and ceramics are notoriously challenging for the recycling process. Glass and ceramic materials are found abundantly in households, industries, and infrastructures around the world. Think for just a moment of all the times you encounter […]

  • The Hidden Waste of the Fashion Industry: How Clothing Recycling Impacts the Environment

    December 12, 2024

    The fashion industry is one of the largest in the world. It’s an important industry, both for the global and local economies, as well as for us as individuals. Even those of us who aren’t up on the latest designers and fashion trends benefit from the industry as a whole. However, there’s a not-so-pleasant side […]