As it turns out, renting clothes is not such a sustainable idea after all. A study has revealed that renting clothes, long touted as one…
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The Ocean-Bound Plastic Problem
If we are going to reduce the plastic in our oceans, we need to address “Ocean Bound Plastic.” This ECO WATCH guide to ocean plastics…
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8 Common Composting Mistakes & How to Fix Them
Are you guilty of one of these composting mistakes? “Composting is the ultimate recycling activity. It reduces the amount of garbage that goes into our…
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Are Truly Biodegradeable Plastics Now a Reality?
According to new research from scientists at UC Berkeley and Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, the answer is yes. “Most plastics advertised as “biodegradable” aren’t all…
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INNOVATION: New Tech Offers Better Approach to Battery Recycling
‘Electro-extraction’ is one new technology that could improve how we recycle lithium-ion batteries. ““The number of batteries is just going to exponentially increase,” says Megan…
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Dematerialization: Is it time to rent, not buy, electronics?
E-waste, or electronic waste, is extremely harmful to people, wildlife, and the planet. And it is a growing problem. “Which is why some experts are…
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