Better World Books’ Andrew Perlmutter: Carbon-Balanced Reuse
October 27, 2011
The Better World Books CEO talks sustainability efforts as the company continues to prove that every book has value through reuse initiatives.
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Read Between the Lines of Old Books with These Repurposing Ideas
October 26, 2011
Old books can do much more than collect dust. Behold, the reuse possibilities!
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Chelsea Green: Publishing While Focusing on Triple Bottom Line
August 26, 2011
For 26 years, the Vermont-based publisher has released green-themed books utilizing recycled paper and other conservation methods.
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Old Books Dissected to Create Intricate 3-D Carvings
August 26, 2011
Julia Strand’s artworks, carved from old reference books and encyclopedias, make for an upcycling book club that we’d join in a jiffy!
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Weapons of War Made out of Money
June 28, 2011
Readers who love the smell of money will love Justine Smith’s work. She repurposes banknotes, using them to create art that examines our relationship with money.
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Which is Greener: Drinking from a Plastic Bottle, Cup or Box?
June 24, 2011
How you reuse and recycle your drinking containers is up to you, but which material is best for the planet?
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A Millionaire’s Playground Made from Thrown-Away Lottery Tickets
June 9, 2011
Ghost of a Dream’s “Easy Money” series uses recycled materials to create large-scale objects and scenarios that explore our innermost drives and desires.
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When Plants Grow Out of Old Manga Comics
June 8, 2011
Manga fans, take note! If you’re looking for a way to creatively reuse your old comics, here’s a way: manga farming.
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General Motors’ Michael Robinson and Pitney Bowes’ Ellen Huang and Adam Lewenberg
June 6, 2011
“Green is Good” welcomes General Motors’ Michael Robinson and Pitney Bowes’ Ellen Huang and Adam Lewenberg to discuss their green initiatives.
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Books Transformed into 3-D Origami Symbols
May 17, 2011
Cast-off books recycled and turned into incredible works of art, showcasing beautiful paper-folding techniques — artist Isaac Salazar is a true book lover!