Plastic bins are easy to pack and stack, because they're usually all one size. However, their one-size-fits-all nature make them impractical for some irregular items. They usually have handles, unlike ...

It is no secret that recycling in America is broken: The Environmental Protection Agency estimates that the U.S. has a combined recycling rate of only 32% for materials including glass, plastic, ...

This month, millions of us will attempt to plot our way through the annual Christmas recycling minefield. The festive season takes a heavy toll on the environment – we give more, we receive more and, ...

The following essay is reprinted with permission from The Conversation, an online publication covering the latest research. Every week, millions of Americans toss their recyclables into a single bin, ...

As we all know, plastic bags are bad for the environment. They take a long time to break down in landfills and harm sea life. For those trying to reduce their carbon footprint and save the planet, ...