Circular economy
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What is the circular economy? Here's how we can return to the natural cycle humans disrupted

LATEST CIRCULAR ECONOMY STORIES

A collection of ancient coins and metal artifacts displayed on a shovel.
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Some of the earliest Viking pennies were made with melted-down Islamic coins, study says

A Waymo self-driving car on a curved road next to a chain-link fence, greenery, and flowers.
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Waymo's retired robotaxi batteries are getting a second life on power grids in California and Texas

One Redditor found a treasure trove of free furniture in luxury apartments' trash rooms during a college move-out.
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Dumpster diver shares photos of stunning discoveries at luxury apartment building: 'We went floor by floor'

A person repairing a pair of jean shorts.
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Gen Z is embracing 'Underconsumption Core' as buying less becomes the new flex

A person in pink pants stands over a floor scattered with dark hair clippings in a salon setting.
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Discarded salon hair is helping shield young forests from hungry deer

A cluster of discarded tires surrounded by overgrown vegetation in a sunny outdoor setting.
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'There's huge potential': Researcher uses scrap tires to build stronger roads

One Redditor found a treasure trove of phones, computers, and other gadgets in the e-waste bin.
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Tech enthusiast shares photos of stunning discovery in waste bin: 'It's unbelievable'

A $2,999.99 Savers price tag for a counterfeit watch, labeled as no exchange.
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Shopper calls out thrift store after spotting 'lousy fake' Rolex for $2,999

A hand holds up a Givenchy necklace.
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Thrift shopper surprised after discovering Givenchy choker in jewelry grab bag: 'Just gorgeous'

Seedlings growing in soil.
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Researchers test human waste as crop fertilizer, participant left feeling a little 'shocked'

The hack helps to keep pill bottles out of landfills.
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Woman shares brilliant idea for repurposing empty pill bottles: 'Love what you do with trash!'

"This process has been around for a long time and unfortunately hasn't been industrially adopted."
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Scientists make groundbreaking discovery with ancient method to make use of excess mud: 'It's stronger than traditional concrete'

A person holding a gray tumbler with a stainless steel bottom and a price tag, surrounded by various containers.
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Shopper frustrated after spotting price tag on used coffee tumbler at Goodwill

Pears and apples packaged in plastic wrap.
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Researchers test newly designed plastic that could break down in just 13 weeks

A person puts fruits and vegetables in produce bags on a checkout conveyor belt.
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Government proposes ban of 14 everyday items that could affect how residents eat, shop

Patagonia's Worn Wear program
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Patagonia will give you massive discounts in exchange for your old, worn-in clothing and gear — here's how to try it

Researchers may have found a better way to reduce pollution in the construction industry.
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Researchers make breakthrough with futuristic concrete that could transform construction industry

Costco store.
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Costco will give you grocery money in exchange for your old electronics

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