Recycling Profile: Des Moines, IA
December 21, 2012
Participating Des Moines households recycle an average of approximately 20 pounds per month.
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FedEx Raises its Recycling Focus
December 20, 2012
FedEx has recycled nearly 100 million pounds of material since the launch of its recycling program in 2006.
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The Staggering Impact of Roofing Waste (and a Recycling Solution)
December 18, 2012
Eleven million tons of asphalt shingle waste is generated annually in the U.S. What can you do to make a change?
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Reuses for Rubber Bands
December 17, 2012
Stop carelessly tossing rubber bands and start reusing them with the help of these inspirational ideas.
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Fresh New Ways to Reinvent the Plastic Items in Your Recycling Bin
December 14, 2012
All kinds of plastic scrap can be repurposed into items for the home.
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Recycling Profile: Cheyenne, WY
December 14, 2012
Curbside recycling has been a success in Cheyenne since it was implemented citywide in 2010.
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Plastic-Free Living
December 13, 2012
Going plastic-free can be great for your personal health and your personal space.
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Green Wheels: 2013 Lexus CT 200h Premium Hybrid Compact
December 12, 2012
Featuring recyclable, plant-based materials and a regenerative braking system for improved fuel efficiency, this hybrid is the ultimate in greener driving.
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Up North Mittens: Recycling Textiles and Creating Warmth
December 10, 2012
Recycled sweaters, repurposed buttons and other textile materials make up these handcrafted mittens made in the Upper Peninsula of Michigan.
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Keep Warm This Winter with The Mouse Works’ Rescued Fleece Creations
December 10, 2012
With its humorous hats and snug skirts, The Mouse Works has one mission: No reusable fleece shall be left behind.