Recycling at Home

Not sure where to dispose of your Christmas tree? Read our guide for tips on how to dispose of a live or artificial Christmas tree easily and responsibly.

The U.S. produces 268 million tons of waste — 140 million going into landfills — each year, with the average American tossing 4.5 pounds of trash per day. Learn more about America's trash production.

Downtown Streets Team is combatting litter and homelessness in San Jose. Learn more about their unique litter cleanup program and more prevention tips.

See how you can take part in Campus Sustainability Month using these event and program ideas from colleges dedicated to promoting green initiatives.

The average American throws out 4.4 pounds of trash every day. Here are a few simple ways to reduce waste at home.

While the recycling rate in the U.S. has dropped, the total tonnage is at an all-time high. Learn all about the current American recycling landscape.

Is single-stream recycling as simple as it sounds? Learn how single-stream recycling works, and if tossing everything in the same container affects the sorting and recycling process.

Alliance for Chesapeake Bay pushes companies to see their effect on the watershed and implement green practices into their business model.

Make your move green. Use our tips to reduce waste during your move and to ensure an easy day so you can spend time enjoying your new home.

From eco-friendly moving supplies to green moving tips, here's how to make the journey to your dream home with nature in mind.

One-third of the average landfill is made up of single-use packaging. Learn how to reduce packaging waste in 5 easy steps.

From rinsing out containers to keeping plastic bags out of your bin, learn the ins and outs of proper recycling with our informational guide.

From tackling plastic waste to recycling the hard stuff, these 3 groups will help you celebrate earth day all year long in ways both impactful and fun.

Have old clothing sitting around? Consider donating it to the weavers at re:loom, who upcycle discarded fabric into beautiful products that transform lives.

Upcycling is becoming a mainstream practice for many businesses, including these four companies whose products are made entirely from existing materials.

Learn the importance of proper e-waste management and how recycling e-waste can have a positive impact on the environment.

See how 3 companies are solving the problem of plastic pollution. Using innovative techniques, these forward-thinkers turn plastic waste into useful products.

Learn how to calculate your diversion rate and send less to the landfill with waste diversion best practices from CleanRiver Recycling Solutions.

Residential deconstruction is on the rise as homeowners and companies look for eco-friendly alternatives to demolition. Find out how deconstructing a home for building materials has plenty of benefits – including saving on tax dollars.

Tech Dump is creating a positive social impact in Minnesota by offering job training through e-waste recycling; “It’s recycling with a social purpose.”

Starting a recycling program at your apartment complex can have real benefits for landlords and property managers. From better tenant relations to saving money, here’s how an apartment recycling program can help your properties.

The inaugural ScrapsKC ReVision upcycled fashion show is just one way the center for creative reuse is teaching the importance of waste diversion.

Trips for Kids Charlotte is recycling bikes to support the community through their Re-Cyclery, providing an essential transportation service to residents.

Recycle Revolution is changing the curbside composting game by offering food waste collections for businesses and homeowners in North Texas.

Responsible organic waste disposal is rising in popularity. See why businesses are recognizing the need to manage organics recycling and how they’re doing it.