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A gloved hand holds a round glass flask containing colorful liquid and plastic fragments against a blurred background.

Tech

5 game-changing innovations that could transform plastic waste for good

A person hands another person a brown paper bag in a restaurant.

Business

Expert shares common mistakes that can ruin local recycling systems

A childhood recycling habit has turned into a serious fundraiser for Stacie Edwards, who began collecting aluminum cans with husband Mike to fund the construction of a new wheelchair-accessible home.

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Family saves for new home for disabled sons by recycling thousands of aluminum cans

DICK'S Sporting Goods has launched a new initiative that can help families save hundreds of dollars.

Business

Dick's Sporting Goods will give you free products in exchange for your old equipment

One Costco shopper went viral after sharing how they made $23 within just 5 minutes using what could be considered a reserve vending machine.

Tech

Woman shares her earnings after using Costco 'reverse vending machine'

Two sisters in Arizona are reshaping recycling and carrying on a family legacy.

Business

Sisters defy stereotypes to carry on family legacy with successful recycling business

A pile of e-waste.

Tech

Post sparks debate with visual map of e-waste by country

Recycling garbage, Homeowner’s surveillance system catches ‘infuriating’ action by garbage collectors

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Homeowner's camera catches 'infuriating' garbage collectors

First, remove any prescription labels and clean the bottle.

Home

Expert shares genius tip to deal with empty pill bottles: 'Do not recycle these curbside'

One pet parent shared a money-saving hack for keeping your cat entertained — and all you need is a toilet paper tube and some treats.

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Pet owner shares brilliant method for keeping pets busy using old toilet paper tubes: 'I gotta try this'

Scientists at Swinburne University of Technology in Australia discovered a way to turn landfilled mattresses into high-performing building insulation using fungi.

Tech

Researchers discover how fungi can help make old mattresses useful: 'We can give this waste a second life'

Playtime for your pets is important for their physical and mental well-being. These DIY pet toys are brilliant and sustainable.

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5 brilliant ways to entertain your pets with items you already have lying around the house