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Eco Friendly Bags Made of Recycled Plastic Bottles

Sherry Lawrence — Mon, 16 Jan 2012 01:25:32 +0000

Recycling plastic soda bottles and transforming them into a high quality eco friendly bags may sound a little far fetched but that is exactly what California based GreenSmart are doing with the introduction of an innovative new line of backpacks and messenger bags.

Environmental Protection – Every Little Bit Counts

Ruth Bayless — Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:24:39 +0000

It is a sad fact but the United States is the number one garbage-producing nation in the world. Australia comes in at second with eighteen million tons of rubbish but that does not compare to what the United States is generating. Sure, more people are recycling and are worried about environmental protection but it is just not enough, with a little over twenty five percent of folks actively doing their part.

How Organic Waste Recycling Can Save Us Money

Timothy Mason — Fri, 27 Jan 2012 19:23:55 +0000

Every year there are more and more reports about the skyrocketing cost of managing garbage and sewage and the problems that municipalities are facing with landfills that are not only full, but overflowing. Organic waste recycling has helped to alleviate these problems in some areas.

How Recycling Bins Can Reduce Global Warming

Sherry Lawrence — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:42:57 +0000

Are you concerned about the amount of products that are thrown away in your neighborhood, but could be used again? Do you feel that the waste that is collected in your city on a weekly basis is extremely excessive? You may not be able to change the spending or disposing habits of everyone in your neighborhood overnight, but there is one thing you can do to start making a difference and that is getting yourself a curbside recycling bin.

How to Buy Products Made From Recycled Materials

Sherry Lawrence — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 19:15:35 +0000

Concern for the environment is continuing to grow, and if you want to know how you can do your part, you can start by taking a trip to the grocery store. When you buy products made from recycled materials, you are supporting other environmentalists just like you who believe that we can save the planet by making wise consumer choices.

How Waste Collection Recycling Affects You

Sherry Lawrence — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 15:27:07 +0000

Even though you probably do not think twice about waste collection and disposal, it has turned into a key environmental matter over recent years. It becomes an issue when landfills start running out of space and new locations are required to house the rubbish.

Recycled Glass Mulch

Timothy Mason — Thu, 26 Jan 2012 18:22:09 +0000

If you are looking for a unique way of upping the aesthetics of your landscape, have you considered using recycled glass mulch as an alternative to traditional bark and gravel mulches?

Recycled Rubber Mulch

Timothy Mason — Thu, 15 Dec 2011 14:14:01 +0000

Mulching is an important aspect of gardening since it helps the soil retain moisture as well as keeping it nutrient rich for healthy plant growth. Furthermore, mulching also kills off existing weeds and prevents the growth of new ones.

Ways to Recycle Reuse Reduce

Sherry Lawrence — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 05:24:21 +0000

The three "R's" are something you need to remember when it comes to environmental services. As well, it is important to understand how improper waste disposal impacts our planet. No, it is not "reading, 'riting, and 'rithmatic." It actually is Recycle Reuse Reduce and all three are valuable parts to the bigger solution, which begins at home with you.