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A Green Policy on Plastic Bag Use
Plastic shopping bags have a large environmental impact. Countries and individuals will have to adopt a more green policy in order to limit plastic bag use. more...
By: Sue Cartledge
Many organisations are developing biofuels to replace gasoline, but most of them use food crops. Australian scientists have made a biofuel from forest and garden waste. more...
The Worldwide Ban On Plastic Bags
By: Laura Smith
Many countries are pushing for a ban on plastic bags in grocery stores, causing resistance from plastic makers and lawmakers to come up with different solutions. more...
By: Rachel Swick
Green or renewable materials are gaining popularity and are showing up in the chairs we sit on, the counters we eat off of and the floors we walk on. more...
By: Alan Sorum
Many communities are considering regulations to encourage recycling of plastic bags. California passed landmark legislation that serves as a good example for others. more...
Engine Oil Change Frequency Myth
By: Alan Sorum
California's Integrated Waste Management Board asks motorists to check their car owner's manual and follow the manufacturer's recommendations for oil change intervals more...
How Much Water Do You Really Use?
By: Alan Sorum
Americans waste a shocking amount of water everyday. Water conservation not only helps to preserve a scarce resource, conserving water saves energy more...
Business Benefits from Recycling
By: Sandra Williams
Companies and customers benefit by supporting waste management and recycling programs by saving energy and money. Conserving resources is also good for the environment. more...
Freegans Are Radical Recyclers
By: Sandra Williams
Freegans recover a multitude of items besides food when foraging. They find furniture and appliances that they can use or repair which prevents less landfill pollution. more...
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