For the first time, scientists have used ultraviolet (UV) light, a low-cost and readily available energy source, to ...

Create charming 5 diy christmas ornaments with materials you already have! This guide presents five simple christmas crafts ...

The deadly landfill collapse in Cebu should end the illusion that our waste crisis is manageable. As of 22 January, 36 people were confirmed dead and 18 injured. Mountains of trash—swollen beyond ...

Toilet paper is typically used for a few seconds before being disposed of forever but more people are turning to eco-friendly tissue to stop waste. Regular toilet paper is made with trees, ...

If you liked this story, share it with other people. Alessandra Moreira worked as an administrative assistant in Altamira, an oversized municipality in the Brazilian Amazon — larger than Portugal or ...

With the holiday season winding down, you may be starting take down your decorations already. Though lots of holiday waste can be recycled or repurposed, there are several items you should keep out of ...

You won’t be hearing that common question at California grocery stores any more starting Thursday, Jan. 1, 2026. That’s when a new statewide ban on plastic bags goes into effect. Senate Bill 1053, ...

Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The 'scrunch' test can help you figure out if your wrapping paper can be recycled. (Getty Images) (JIM WATSON via Getty Images) ...

This season of giving can really do a number on our recycling systems. But we can all be part of the solution. WCCO spoke with Abigail Sztein with the American Forest and Paper Association about how ...

Harrison residents will receive new recycling containers when the township’s new hauler, Noble Environmental, takes over recycling services in January. The company will distribute green carts with ...

The holidays might be a time of wonder and fun, family trips and get-togethers and loads of memories. But there's a down side: They tend to produce a lot of waste, too. Here are some tips for ...