Freecycling Gets a Boost from Oodle's Online Marketplace
Freecycling, where neighbors trade reusable household items, is popular across the US.
Recyclebank Green Your School Year Challenge Launches
The challenge is based on research that shows the power of rewards in changing environmental behavior.
Ford Recycles Used Tires Into Engine Parts
Ford is combining material from recycled tires with bio-plastics like soy to make seals and gaskets for engines.
Albertson's Supermarket Chain Commits to Zero Waste by 2012
Supervalu, which owns Albertsons' is the first retailer to achieve zero waste.
House E-Waste Bill Would Stop Dumping Toxic Electronics on Developing Countries, while Recovering Rare Earths
This legislation would stop sham U.S. electronics recyclers who are actually shipping them overseas, and it would encourage recovering rare earth metals during the recycling process.
Yes, People Who Dine in Restaurants Want Them to Recycle
Study finds restaurants would benefit by implementing comprehensive recycling.
Electronics Industry Launches Misleading e-Waste Recycling Initiative
Watchdog groups say Consumer Electronics Association wants to avoid the passage of any new e-waste laws.
US Recycling Rates Rise, But Remain Below Potential
The US recycled 34 percent of the waste generated in 2009, but could easily be much higher.
Starbucks Moves Closer to Cup-to-Cup Recycling Goal
Pilot project proves Starbucks used paper cups can be recycled into new paper cups.
Terracycle Launches First Upcycling Program for Pens and Markers
Schools and other organizations can sign up for free as collection points.