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Planet Green Launches National Ban the Bags, Butts and Bottles Challenge! July 30th, 2009
- Initiative is part of Planet Green’s 'Blue August' event debuting August 3rd with full month of programming on-air and online - Swirling off the coast of...more
The World's Greenest Garbage Can June 11th, 2008
BigBelly Solar Compactor Cuts Waste Management Costs
Did you know that the average garbage truck gets just 2.8 miles to the gallon of diesel fuel? It's true. In fact, garbage trucks get the worst fuel economy of any type of commercial vehicle....more
Schools are Keepin' it Green When it Comes to Movin' Out! May 22nd, 2008
Universities' environmental clubs are finding ways to reuse dorm goods!
The environmental society at my college does a few fun things to keep move out day green,Obviously, dumpster diving in the most exciting extravaganza; the one we look forward to the most, but we also...more
Garbage Art -- Or The Art of Garbage? May 14th, 2008
Trash is Taking the Art World by Storm
Garbage Art, or, the technique that incorporates trash, waste, or any type of discarded refuse into artistic compositions, is rapidly growing in popularity. This trend is a prime example of art imitating life—as the call...more
Proper Disposal of Paints & Other Home Finishes April 7th, 2008
What To Do With That Leftover Paint
A large part of green building that people often forget to work into their plans is proper disposal of building materials. If you build green, then toss items into landfills to rot for 100 years,...more
Cut Waste: Download Your Movies March 14th, 2008
Toshiba announced today that it will probably write off nearly $1 billion in losses following its decision to dry-dock its HD DVD format. Beyond that, thousands of customers are now going to have to write...more
Don't Be Wasteful With Your Waste February 5th, 2008
Compostable, Biodegradable Garbage Bags
It’s Good: These trash can liners come in 33 and 55 gallon sizes, and they’re durable enough to handle any amount of household refuse. It’s Green: These trash bags are 100% compostable and biodegradable, so you’ll...more
