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01Feb

“These everyday items endanger the environment.”

Lightbulbs, cleaners, paint, liquids, batteries, etc. need to be discarded appropriately. @washingtonpost has compiled some resources to help you properly dispose of these items.

On February 1, 2023

27Jan

Recycled airbag shoe collaboration

According to @Carscoop , Asics has collaborated with Toyoda Gosei to create a shoe made from recycled airbags. If you would like to get your hands on one, it is the “Asics Gel-Sonoma 15-50” .

On January 27, 2023

25Jan

“Could food pricing increase due to packaging?”

@WAPolicyCenter reports a current bill SB 5154. While the Washington Policy finds this bill noble, they say, “It should not be done in violation of federal rules or practicality.”

On January 25, 2023

20Jan

Can companies reach their commitments?

Companies commitments to use PCR in their packages may not be realistic. @Nestle pledged to reach 30%PCR in Packaging and @LOrealGroupe pledged 50% PCR in Packaging. But do we have the resources to do so?

On January 20, 2023

18Jan

Is you old Treadmill collecting dust?

@ConsumerReports reached out to numerous companies who manufacture Treadmills and most are unaware of any take back programs. You can reach out to your city for details on E-Waste.

On January 18, 2023

13Jan

Panasonic Consumer Recycling Pilot Program

@PanasonicNA has announced a program for some personal care consumer devices. This pilot program is called “Take Back for Tomorrow”.

On January 13, 2023

11Jan

“Trusting the Recycling System”

Many American consumers think recycling is important, but the trust in the system has diminished as shown with the research done by @RECYPartnership .