Talking Trash

Why do we celebrate? As land, air, and water pollution affected more and more people in the mid-20th century, preservation became a growing concern in the United States. By April 22, 1970, Gaylord Nelson, a U.S. Senator from Wisconsin, had planned a national...

Since COVID-19, many of us are more conscious of germs. That's led us to sanitize surfaces in our homes and as we travel. But did you know all those wipes are actually adding more plastic to our waste stream? Whether you are disinfecting the area around you on an...

Bulk foods are a great way to save money and reduce packaging waste, so now is the perfect time to start thinking about how to buy in bulk in a way that reduces waste instead of creating it. There are certain foods that last longer in bulk. Non-perishables, such as...

Last month, we encouraged our newsletter readers to participate in a Keep America Beautiful challenge to pick up 25 pieces of litter between now and Earth Day. We have another easy challenge for you this week. When you pledge to just one eco-friendly habit on the...

Have you ever noticed one small piece of litter on the ground? While it may not seem like much, that tiny bit of trash can lead to a big problem. According to Keep America Beautiful (KAB), people are much more likely to litter if they see other trash on the ground. So...

Buying and selling used items helps your community, your wallet, and the environment. But how? The sad truth is that Americans make tons of garbage – literally. According to the EPA, the average American throws away more than 4.9 pounds of trash per day. One way...

In gathering documents for tax season, you might come across stacks of your old personal financial records. Wondering what to do with them? The first step is to decide what to toss and what to keep. Check out this article by Kevin Payne from Forbes Advisor...

In this image, a lithium-ion battery sparked a garbage truck fire that closed a city street and put surrounding properties at risk in Bellevue, Washington. (Photo courtesy of Bellevue Police Department and U.S. EPA.) Lithium-ion batteries, found in many rechargeable...