Big and Bulky: How Oversized Items Get Recycled
For many of us, the act of recycling ends after we place the container at the end of the driveway, or toss our empty bottle in the receptacle. What many do not realize is that there are hundreds [...]
What is the Pacific Gyre and Why Should You Care?
What is the Pacific Gyre? The Pacific Gyre consists of a broad expanse of the North Pacific Ocean. This area is where 3 major ocean currents converse, creating a oceanic desert due to the [...]
Tree Trash: How to Dispose of Your Christmas Tree (and Other Holiday Waste)
Tis’ the season to be jolly, eat great food, share gifts, and decorate every inch of your home as festive as possible. Unfortunately, the festivities of Christmas and the holiday season [...]
4 Unbelievable Facts about Holiday Consumption
As the nation scrambles to get ready for the holiday season, millions of Americans will head out to stores to buy gifts, purchase food for meals, and stock up on decorations and wrapping [...]