Unique Ways To Reuse And Recycle Glass Bottles And Aluminum Cans

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Landfills are filling up at a rapid pace. Estimates show that around 12 million tons of glass is made in the United States each year, and only about 25% of that is recovered and recycled for use in other products. Aluminum is recycled at around the same rate; four million tons are generated yearly in the U.S., and only about one million tons are recovered and recycled. There are several ways that consumers can recycle and upcycle these items to reduce the burden on solid waste landfills and the planet's natural resources.

12 December 2015

3 Reasons to Recycle Your Old Computers

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Do you have an old computer or two that have seen their last days? If you've considered throwing your old computers in the trash, think again. Computers are not only worth recycling, they also pack a few harmful components that if not recycled properly could end up leeching into the environment. So if you have a pile up of old computers and parts, take them to your local electronic recycling center.

6 August 2015

3 Reasons Why Rubber Mulch Is A Better Choice Than Sand In Your Child's Play Area

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If you are setting up a play area for your child in your backyard, such as a swing set, then you probably want to make it as safe as possible. Many people use play sand, which can be a decent option, but there is a better choice out there. Instead of buying play sand for your little one's play area, consider opting for rubber mulch instead. These are a few key reasons why you may want to look into this option.

4 July 2015

Four Tips To Help You With Using Roll Off Containers For Your Remodeling Project

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If you are doing extensive remodeling to your home, there may be a lot of waste to be disposed of. Roll off containers can be a great way to manage this waste. You can use them for recycling and disposing of materials. You may also want to protect things like driveways and lawns if you are going to use these containers for your project. If you plan to use roll off containers for your remodeling project, here are some tips that may help you:

27 May 2015

Running A Business? 2 Things To Ask Potential Waste Management Companies

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When you are managing a large business, you might be more focused on keeping your customers happy and overseeing that large shipment than you are about choosing a new waste management company. However, if you make the wrong choice, you might end up dealing with frustrating hassles later. Here are two things you should ask potential waste management companies, so that you can be happy with your choice: 1: "What are your collection policies?

15 April 2015

Landlords: 3 Reasons To Rent A Dumpster For Your Apartment Building

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If you own an apartment building, renting a dumpster can be a smart idea. These are just three of many reasons to rent a dumpster for your property. 1. Keep Your Property Looking Neat and Tidy As a landlord, you want your property to look its absolute best at all times. It can be tough to encourage your tenants to keep their places looking great, but installing a dumpster rental on-site will help.

10 April 2015

Waste Reducing Tips: 3 Unconventional Ways To Go Green

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You have a desire to reduce the amount of trash that your home produces. And small changes can make a difference because the average person may produce up to 4.3 pounds of waste per day. You can decrease your waste production with the following 3 unconventional suggestions.  1. Composting Might Be Your Answer Experts believe that about 2/3 of all the waste that households produce can be composted instead of dumped in a landfill.

21 March 2015