13Dec

“How to Reduce Packaging Waste in Amazon Orders”

Consumers can request of Amazon that their orders be filled using a minimum amount of bubble and other packaging materials.

12Dec

“Here Is What Happens to Old Lithium-Ion Batteries When Electric Cars Are Retired”

Given the value and toxicity of the metals they contain, retired EV li-ion batteries should be repurposed or recycled—but not discarded.

12Dec

A Filipino company is set to begin manufacturing 300-square-foot prefabricated houses—each made from three tons of plastic waste.

12Dec

Wrapping paper with Scotch tape, plastic ribbons, or glitter decorations cannot be recycled. A better solution: gift with reusable bags.

11Dec

PV panels lose about 0.5% efficiency per year, giving them a lifespan of 20-30 years. Many systems from the 1970s may soon require disposal.

11Dec

Waste from agricultural operations can include water, offal, dung, and livestock beddings—much of which can be recycled or repurposed.

11Dec

Each year, Americans throw away, on average, 70 pounds of clothing and other textiles, which account for almost 5% of all landfill space.

10Dec

Would China extend its import ban on lower-quality plastic and other wastes to end-of-life materials such as li-ion batteries?

10Dec

Canadian Ikea customers can return used furnishings in good condition for credit toward new purchases; stores then resell the items as-is.

10Dec

China will expand its ban on imports of solid waste at the end of this year to include hardware, auto parts, stainless steel scrap and wood.