Why optimistic recycling is a problem
May 25, 2017, 1:05 p.m. by Angela Nelson
Single-stream recycling may be convenient, but it has a few pitfalls. And what consumers don't know can hurt the recycling process.
How to get a more sustainable shave
May 15, 2017, 12:57 p.m. by Sidney Stevens
Cutting waste from your shaving routine helps the environment — and your wallet.
Only in Texas: A rental home shaped like a cowboy boot
April 7, 2017, 11:02 a.m. by Matt Hickman
Roomier than your average Stetson, this habitable boot would be an upgrade for the old woman who lived in a shoe ...
8 cooking liquids you shouldn't toss
March 20, 2017, 1:25 p.m. by Sidney Stevens
How to turn these 'waste' liquids into culinary gold.
D.C. architect eyes old Metro cars as housing for the homeless
March 15, 2017, 3:23 p.m. by Matt Hickman
Just think of it as repurposing with a purpose.
Pro baseball player makes these fierce, recycled creatures in his down time
March 9, 2017, 1:50 p.m. by Angela Nelson
Pitcher Blake McFarland says he just wants to make cool things.
7 unrecyclable items that really can be recycled
March 7, 2017, 10:39 a.m. by Sidney Stevens
Breathe new life into hard-to-recycle junk with these innovative solutions.
The story of (getting rid of) stuff
March 6, 2017, 2:50 p.m. by Lloyd Alter
What do you keep, what do you pitch, and when do you do it?
Repair cafes: A place to meet up and mend
February 3, 2017, 8:34 a.m. by Matt Hickman
The Dutch-born movement is a hit with those looking to save money and waste less.
4 ways to get in trouble through recycling
January 23, 2017, 7:52 a.m. by Chanie Kirschner
Who knew there were so many rules around trash and dumpsters?
Meet Liam, Apple's 29-arm 'recyclebot'
December 28, 2016, 1:55 p.m. by Sidney Stevens
This jumbo robot disassembles ruined iPhones in seconds to more efficiently combat electronic waste.
How to ship your Goodwill donation for free
December 22, 2016, 11:25 a.m. by Robin Shreeves
Amazon Give Back Box program makes donations easy, and you get a tax write-off as a bonus.
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How to get rid of roaches naturally
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Killer whales are hunting fishing boats like prey
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Scientists learn how to record your dreams and play them back to you
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Finally answered! Which came first, the chicken or the egg?
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Why doesn't anyone want to play with this baby elephant?
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Why are my plants turning yellow?
A closer look at yellowing leaves on plants can help gardeners get to the root of the problem.
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7 surprising facts about dragonflies
Like did you know they can fly backward, have almost 360-degree vision and they're ferocious?
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What is the best way to get rid of poison ivy?
The simplest and best answer is 'very carefully.'
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Top 10 vegetables to grow in your garden
These nutritional powerhouses can flourish in your yard or in containers.
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Good bug, bad bug: How can you tell the difference?
Most bugs are harmless, but here's how to tell the good from the bad — plus organic solutions.
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Got moles? Read this
Don't make a mountain of a literal mole hill. Follow these tips to a mole-free lawn.
