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Food Waste In Australia
A new report finds Australians throw out more than $5 billion dollars worth of food per year, more than the country's annual military budget
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Recycling Electronics
Now that analog is out and a new laptop is under the Christmas tree, how to dispose of the old unit is a problem. Here are some practical suggestions.
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Cloth Napkins Versus Paper Napkins
When factoring in chemical usage, greenhouse gases produced and long-term environmental impact, are cloth napkins a more eco-friendly product than paper napkins?
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How to Get Rid of E-Waste
Old cell phones, printers and cartridges, and TVs shouldn't be thrown in the trash. Instead recycle them by taking them to places that will dispose of them correctly.
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How to Properly Dispose of Old Computers
Dispose of old computers and computer components through proper programs to ensure environmental safety.
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Standards for "Green" Labels
As more consumers become environmentally aware and concerned, many products are boasting "green" labels. But, how can you be sure they are what they say?
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Biodegradable and Compostable Tableware
Looking for a convenient, eco-friendly alternative to paper plates and plastic cups? Biodegradable dishes might be the answer, but it's not as simple as it seems.
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Bottled Water Versus Tap Water, Which Is Better
Many people spend substantial amounts of money each year on bottled water because they believe that it is cleaner or safer than tap water.
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Bottled Water Affects the Environment and Health
Producing bottled water is energy-intensive and most of the bottles end up in landfills. Toxic chemicals, like BPA, in plastic bottles could cause health concerns.
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A New Waste-to-Energy Technology
A new form of waste disposal - plasma gasification - may provide municipalities with an efficient, quiet and clean way to dispose of their solid waste.
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The Environmental Cost of Hazardous Waste Export
Hazardous waste export causes environmental problems in developing countries. The environmental benefits of reducing waste are negated when waste material is exported.
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Cut Food Waste, Save Phosphorus
Vital for plant life and food production, phosphorus is non-renewable and rapidly running out. We need to save and reuse phosphorus stored in food to reduce demand.
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Environmental Approach to Electronic Waste
E-waste is a growing environmental problem which does not lend itself to traditional waste management solutions. An integrated life cycle approach to e-waste is needed.
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Battery Disposal
In America alone, three billion small DC cells and nearly 100 million lead-acid car batteries are manufactured. What happens to the old ones?
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Getting Rid of Unwanted Medications Safely
Flushing unused or expired medications down the drain is no longer an option. Ever since medications started showing up in drinking water, the old adage had to be revised
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Environmental Hazards of Electronic Waste
New technology breeds electronic obsolescence, creating a growing e-waste environmental problem. Even electronic waste recycling can have negative environmental impacts.
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Recycling Programs Can Encourage Waste Reduction
Recycling programs, such as curbside recycling and drop off centers, reduce household waste. Problems with recycling programs can reduce the rate of recycling.
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Materials Best Suited to Recycling
Recycling is the most important of the three R's, Reduce, Reuse and Recycle. Recycling Paper, aluminum, glass and plastic produce large savings in energy and materials.
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Rubberized Asphalt Concrete (RAC)
Combining the rubber from waste tires and conventional asphalt is an alternative use for tires that keeps them out of landfills and improves public highways.
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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.
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Crude Fuel From Garden Waste
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.
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The Worldwide Ban On Plastic Bags
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.
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Ways To Green Your House
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.
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Plastic Bag Recycling Program
Many communities are considering regulations to encourage recycling of plastic bags. California passed landmark legislation that serves as a good example for others.
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Engine Oil Change Frequency Myth
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
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