How Waste Management Impacts Wildlife Conservation
We produce a lot of waste, the bulk of which is not biodegradable and cannot be recycled.The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) revealed that the total municipal solid waste generated in the US in 2017 alone was 267.8 million tons, an increase of 5.7 million over...
Reverse Osmosis vs. Whole House Filtration
Clean water is essential to live a healthy lifestyle. Having access to crystal clear water at home can reduce the risk of several medical conditions caused by impure water. It can also prevent other existing medical conditions from aggravating. It is unfortunate that...
Battling Against Recycling Contamination
While the increasing dedication and a growing rate of participation of the general public in recycling is good news, residents put everything they believe could or should be recycled in the designated containers. It’s important to understand that the slightest bits of...
How to Dispose of Food Waste?
Whether they are dining outside or eating at home, people tend to waste a lot of food. According to the US Department of Agriculture, over one-third of all food goes to waste in the US. Unfortunately, few of us feel responsible for properly disposing of food waste,...
Can ‘Smart’ Garbage Cans Help Us Manage Solid Waste?
Overflowing trash cans are an unpleasant sight that disrupts the beautiful views and harmony of our cityscapes. Overflowing and open trash cans pollute the environment and can be the cause of diseases and infections for the nearby residents, workers, and passersby. To...
All You Need to Know About Electronic Waste Recycling
Electronics have a short lifespan. An average cellphone will function without problems for less than 2 years. Computers and desktops last for 5 to 8 years, and most technicians believe that the average life of a laptop is between 3 to 5 years. According to...
All You Need to Know About Glass Recycling
Glass is a recyclable material made from a chemical compound known as silicon dioxide. It is transparent, heat resistant, a poor conductor of electricity, and does not chemically react with other substances. These physical and chemical properties of glass make it an...
From Wastelands to Wonderlands
We all love going to amusement parks. These huge wonderlands house within them a wide range of fun-filled activities, rides, theme parks, and recreational events like magic shows, circus, live concerts. With so much to do and so much to see, amusement parks around the...
5 Inspiring Works of Art from Plastic Waste
Art has always been a form of creative expression. Artists, painters, sculptors, actors, and even singers use their craft to embody their thoughts and feelings. Over the years, art has been used to channel emotions and raise awareness of social and political issues. A...
Importance of Solid Waste Management at Community Level
Solid waste is harmful for our environment. The improper disposal of solid waste results in environmental pollution and adversely affects our health. The chemicals and toxins released from solid waste gradually seep into the soil or enter freshwater bodies like lakes...