In the United States, only 15% of used clothes and other textiles get reused or recycled (globally, it is 12%). The remaining 85% ends up in the landfill or incinerator. What a waste! Textile recycling is a key part of…
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How to Recycle Old Electronics
We go through electronic devices so fast that we haven’t even come up with a universally agreed-upon method for disposing of them. Yes, we must recycle. But how, and where? We could donate, but whom to? This post answers all…
Is It Possible to Recycle Nerf Guns?
Ready for some bad news? If your Nerf guns are not in working condition, they will probably end up in a landfill, instead of getting recycled. The ones that do work may get resold in secondhand stores such as Goodwill…
Why Can’t Wine Bottles Be Recycled?
Wine bottles are made from glass. As such, they should be recyclable, right? The thing is, some state’s recycling programs don’t accept them. Why is that? Can wine bottles be recycled? Wine bottles can be recycled, but due to difficulties…
Which Are the Best Backpacks Made From Recycled Materials?
A sturdy backpack is a trusted companion throughout your life, regardless of how old you are. Unfortunately, mosty backpacks are made through very unsustainable and resource-intensive processes, rendering them unsuitable from the environment’s perspective. But did you know where there…