May 18, 2011
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The following is an op-ed piece by Wes Muir, director of communications for Waste Management. It does not describe the views or opinions of Earth911. Food scraps and yard waste may not be the first topic in most conversations about sustainability, but organics recycling is one of the most promising and environmentally beneficial opportunities in [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookMay 10, 2011
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For many eco-conscious Chicago residents, the city’s current recycling program looks something like this: Sort recycling. Load car with recycling. Drive to recycling drop off. That’s assuming, of course, you have a car, the drop-off bins aren’t already full to overflowing, and you’re willing to put in the time. Indeed, in the eyes of most [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookMay 4, 2011
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This Sunday, families across the country will celebrate Mother’s Day by gathering for brunch, sending flowers or simply calling their moms. Earth911 wants to join in the festivities by recognizing five exceptional mothers who not only care for their children, but also the planet. SEE: Earth911 Mother’s Day Gift Guide 3GreenMoms Take On Disposable Sandwich [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookMay 2, 2011
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As we all know, the housing market continues to be one of the primary sectors lagging in our economy, behind jobs and manufacturing. But still Americans continue to demolish, remodel or build homes. Whether it’s refreshing old kitchen countertops, adding a sunroom to the back of the house or building a new home for a [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookApril 29, 2011
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International Compost Awareness Week starts May 1. Are you ready? If not, we’re here for you. Earth911 has given you a lot of information about composting over the years. Ask the Editor: Are Eggshells Really Compostable? Cheat Sheet: Composting Cooking for Compost series Composting in the City Composting 101 Organic waste – your food scraps, [...] Continue reading
Share on FacebookJanuary 24, 2011
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The National Football League has been investing in environmental programs for 17 years, and there’s a reason for that, according to Jack Groh, director of the NFL Environmental Program. “We’re just part of the operation, not public relations,” he says. “At the NFL, it’s always been more ‘walk the walk’ than ‘talk the talk.’ We [...] Continue reading
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