5 Biodegradable Construction Materials for Homeowners
Green construction is soaring in popularity as more homeowners, and homeowners-to-be, turn to eco-conscious alternatives when designing their new homes. If you’re planning on building your first home, here are five biodegradable construction materials that can help you create an eco-friendly, energy-efficient dwelling you’ll be proud to call yours. 1. Grasscrete Traditional concrete is the […]
What Parts of Your Home Can Be Reused or Recycled When Remodeling?
Home renovation and demolition projects can produce significant waste — much of which can be recycled, but is not. Recycling and reusing building materials can keep debris out of landfills and can potentially be a frugal decision as well. There are many different kinds of old building materials that can be recycled or re-used again and again in […]
5 Reasons Composting Will Make You a Hero
Is it true? Is composting really the magic pill it’s made out to be? Can you protect the world just by making some dirt? Composting is much more than that. It’s actually a way of giving back to the planet, and something that will make you a hero in the process. What is composting? Composting is […]
Recycling: It’s Not a New Concept, But It’s a Vital One
While many people may believe recycling is a relatively new concept, recycling has actually been done in varying degrees throughout history. Your parents probably recycled or re-purposed countless items during the course of their lives, as did their parents and their parents before them, and so on and so forth throughout the centuries. I’m sure […]
Gearing Up for America Recycles Day
While America Recycles Day falls on November 15 this year, recycling is an action people can and should be doing every single day of the year. It does not matter whether you have been a life-long recycler or you are just starting out, there are actions you can take or things you can learn in honor […]
Reusable, Recyclable or…Edible?
With so many one-use items on the market today, it is a wonder that landfills are not overflowing beyond their borders. The question is, what can we do about it? Buying reusable materials is a viable option. Recycling those materials we have already used is also a good way to live a more sustainable life. […]
Benefits of Recycling E-Waste Through Proper Urban Mining
With consumerism at an all time high, it is no surprise the volume of e-waste our society is generating is also on the rise. What is most astounding is the number of precious metals that continue to be lost as a result of our inability to effectively recycle our e-waste and extract those valuable materials. […]
The Compost Breakdown: Digging Into Composting Issues
What You Can and Can’t Compost As a first time composter, few things are as frustrating as turning up your initial mound of fresh compost and finding a perfectly intact “compostable” fork glaring back at you. Why didn’t it break down? For that matter, Why does the compost pile stink to high heaven? Why is […]
The Best Ways to Recycle Your E-Waste
Image by U.S. Army Environmental Command / Creative Commons To many, recycling e-waste ranks right up there with going to the dentist and protecting your compost pile from marauding wildlife. But leaving a 36-inch TV on the curb really is not the best way to ensure it’s going to find a safe afterlife. E-waste is […]
5 Easy Ways to Contribute on America Recycles Day
Image by Jaine / Creative Commons Although November 15th, 2011 is the official America Recycles Day, there are actions each of us can take every day of the year to increase recycling and reduce waste. You are probably already aware of the importance of recycling and why it is better for the environment. Maybe you […]