Chicago is marking 30 years since it started its first citywide recycling program, which began with a problematic kickoff, ...

The great wealth transfer? More like the great stuff transfer. An expert explains how to help your parents downsize without burning bridges.

Whether single-use, rechargeable, or from your vehicle, batteries are recyclable, but it's not as simple as tossing them into the curbside bin.

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A DIY celebrity has warned the public against disposing of certain items down drains. Speaking on BBC Morning Live, the ...

Simon proved an instant hit, being found in almost every household during the late 70s and 80s, and it remains popular nearly ...

Christmas is over, but the remnants – stacks of cardboard boxes, bags of sparkly wrapping paper and maybe one or two broken ornaments – remain. Though it's easy to toss these items into the garbage, ...

During this jolly, gift-giving season, don’t forget to give back to the planet. When you’re ready to get rid of your Christmas trees and have tons of wrapping paper to toss, it’s important to know the ...

Sometimes, what goes up doesn’t come back down — instead, it becomes a problem. Junk is accumulating in space at a fantastic pace, millions of pieces orbit the Earth, from broken satellites to lost ...

The digital age has brought unprecedented convenience, but it also comes with a growing environmental cost: electronic waste. Global e-waste reached 62 million tons in 2022 and is projected to hit ...

Vista, CA–Children can explore their creativity while learning about recycling at the Kids in the Garden: Recycled Art class on December 13 at Alta Vista Botanical Gardens. Participants are encouraged ...