Talking Trash

Not ready to dispose of certain items just yet? While you wait for a Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) collection event or your next trip to a HHW drop center, proper storage can help prevent spills, accidents, and unnecessary exposure. Keep these simple tips in mind....

Millions of Americans move every year. Is this your year to relocate? No matter where you are moving, here are some tips to make your next move a green one. Choose any of these tips that fit your needs and your budget. Just making a couple of small changes can have a...

Whether preparing a favorite meal or trying a new recipe, your taste buds get excited as you begin to rinse, peel, chop, and mince the ingredients. As waste piles up near the cutting board, you may consider this a necessary byproduct of eating a fresh, healthy diet....

Did you celebrate Memorial Day with a gathering yesterday or over the weekend? With the arrival of warmer weather, it’s time to take the festivities outdoors and host fun backyard parties. This summer, you can enjoy the company of family and friends while also making...

As temperatures rise, it can be challenging to keep curbside carts, trash cans, and bins from emitting unpleasant odors. Trash cans see their share of gunk and grime. Plus, many of the things we throw away can be downright stinky, especially when met with the sun’s...

“Mess and clutter stand in the way of our productivity, stress us out and keep us stuck. Our stuff stands in the way of the lives we dream about,” writes Lindsay Miles. “When I think about why I was hoarding stuff in the first place, there were a couple of reasons....

While total food waste remains high in the U.S., ReFED’s annual study of wasted food, Progress on the Plate: 2026 U.S. Food Waste Report, found that surplus food decreased to 70 million tons in 2024. This is a 2.2% reduction from 2023 and slightly more than a 3.7%...

Depending on the report you read, the average person in the U.S. owns anywhere from 12 to 19 pairs of shoes and buys 5 to 7 new pairs every year! Sadly, only about 15% of all the unwanted old shoes and clothes are donated or sold. If you find yourself with too many...

By the mid-20th century, pollution had become so severe that it required attention in the United States. In 1969, Gaylord Nelson, a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, got the idea for a national event to address the pollution problem and the need for change. On April 22,...