Recycling isn't always black and white. With Earth Day coming up on Saturday, April 22, we could all use a "recycling refresher" to remind us what is and is not recyclable, and how to make the greatest impact in our world, not just on Earth Day, … [Read more...]
Why Recycle Cardboard Boxes? (Infographic)
With over 90% of all products in the United States being shipped in corrugated boxes, it is not a surprise that old corrugated cardboard (OCC) represents a significant percentage of the solid waste stream. Approximately 90% of OCC packaging coming … [Read more...]
Municipal Solid Waste in the United States (Infographic)
Municipal Solid Waste (also known as MSW) is the trash thrown away that ends up in landfills and incinerators. Examples of Municipal Solid Waste includes food waste, paper, aluminum cans, yard trimmings, textiles, etc. Reducing this MSW can help us … [Read more...]
The Facts about Textile Waste (Infographic)
Before throwing away textile waste like that shirt with the stain on it, or an old blanket, think again. According to the Council for Textile Recycling, the average US citizen throws away 70 pounds of clothing and other textiles annually. The U.S. … [Read more...]
Recycling: Good, Better, Best (Infographic)
If you are a visual learner, sometimes it is helpful to view recycling facts in pictures with infographics. The inforgraphic below is interesting because it compares the good through the best of over a dozen countries and how they are disposing of … [Read more...]
Throw Away Culture In Europe – Infographic
Do you think we live in a throw away culture in the US? What about Europe? Most of us try and recycle, but how much materials that could be recycled actually gets into the recycling bin? Here is a look at how much Europeans are recycling and how much … [Read more...]
America Recycles Day Inspires More Recycling!
America Recycles Day is celebrated nationwide every November 15th. It is very simple for each of us to do a small part on America Recycles Day, and to live a lifestyle of recycling all year long. To take part in America Recycles Day: Take the … [Read more...]
United Nations Waste Management and Recycling Infographic
Here is another helpful infographic on recycling and waste management, put together by UNEP- United Nations Environment Programme. Some interesting findings IN the united nations waste infographic: Paper and cardboard are the most common types … [Read more...]
Recycling in Restaurants (Infographic)
There is no doubt that environmental issues are important to consumers and restaurant-goers. In fact, according to the US Enivronmental Protection Agency, more than 90% of Americans want to protect the environment. Restaurants are taking note, as we … [Read more...]
Trash and Recycling Trends Infographic
The facts about trash and recycling are staggering. The EPA has been collecting information on trash and recycling in the United States since 1960 to measure the success of waste reduction and recycling programs across the country. Here is a great … [Read more...]
