Recycling

10 clever uses for burned-out bulbs

Thu, Dec 27, 2012 1:23 PM by Networx.com

Here's what you can do with your incandescent bulbs as they fade away and are replaced by their more energy-efficient cousins.

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Have your recycling program's rules changed?

Wed, Dec 19, 2012 10:00 AM by Robin Shreeves

If you haven’t taken a look at what your recycling program allows you to put in the recycling bins, you might want to do so before all the holiday dinners and gift-giving commences. The rules may have changed for the better.

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Regift unwanted presents and recycle goods

Tue, Dec 11, 2012 12:38 PM by Roberta Cruger

You can also avoid the potential regift all together by giving 'consumable' presents, like baked goods and soap.

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17 creative ways to reuse your phone book

Thu, Dec 06, 2012 10:59 AM by Networx.com

If you still have one of these lying around, at least make it earn its keep.

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Make an igloo out of milk jugs

Mon, Dec 03, 2012 8:44 AM by Robin Shreeves

Create an indoor igloo for a playhouse or reading space using cleaned-out milk jugs, cardboard, glue and some time and patience.

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9 uses for recycled sweaters

Sun, Dec 02, 2012 11:49 PM by Starre Vartan

We all have unwearable sweaters hanging around. Here's what to do with them.

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Vintage Fridays: Beautiful and unique Christmas decor

Fri, Nov 30, 2012 3:45 PM by Starre Vartan

Bring some old-school charm to your holiday decor (or perhaps pick up a fun gift!) with these vintage Christmas decorations.

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Recycle 'em if you got 'em: TerraCycle launches cigarette waste collection program

Wed, Nov 28, 2012 5:35 PM by Matt Hickman

From glue sticks to flip-flops, TerraCycle has embraced hard-to-recycle waste with open arms. And with this new collection scheme, the company is taking on the country's most pervasive type of litter: Cigarette butts.

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20 ways to reuse coffee grounds, tea leaves

Mon, Nov 19, 2012 6:07 PM by Melissa Breyer

It's unlikely that coffee or tea is growing in your garden, so after you finish that cup, put the grounds to work with these clever ideas.

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A happy America Recycles Day 2012, from my bin to yours

Thu, Nov 15, 2012 8:00 AM by Matt Hickman

In addition to doing the deed itself (or pledging to do it more actively) on America Recycles Day, take a look back at 20 standout stories from the past year on the always fascinating topic of waste diversion.

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10 creative uses for empty beer bottles

Thu, Nov 08, 2012 1:32 PM by Networx.com

Sure, you could recycle your bottles, but why not get crafty and use them for things like candle holders and garden borders?

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A thumper boombox made from an upcycled suitcase.

Handsome upcycled boomboxes made from suitcases

Thu, Nov 01, 2012 8:30 PM by Starre Vartan

Talk about creative reuse!

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Sweden runs out of garbage, forced to import from Norway

Thu, Oct 25, 2012 9:30 AM by Matt Hickman

Sweden, a recycling-happy land where a quarter of a million homes are powered by the incineration of waste, is facing a unique dilemma: The nation has run out of much-needed fuel.