“Confused about which products to toss into the recycling bin? You aren’t the only one. The ubiquitous recycling symbol is everywhere, even on packages that…
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Throwing Away Old Tires is a Massive Problem
Old tires, it seems, are among the dirtiest, most destructive item that is commonly thrown out. According to the group EcoGreen, the biggest single…
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STUDY: Can Renting Clothes Solve Our “Fast Fashion” Problem?
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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