These methods are how the nuclear industry safely manages the 10,000 metric tons of spent fuel waste that reactors produce as they churn out 10% of the world’s electricity every ...

Every day, the average American throws away over 4.9 pounds of trash. Much of this could be reused, repaired, or reimagined. Waste reduction and upcycling (or reuse) are two powerful ways to save ...

If you’ve ever hovered over your bin wondering where something goes, you’re not alone. A nationwide recycling shake-up is ...

Recycling can feel straightforward when talking about large, standard items such as cardboard boxes, glass jars and paper goods. But when it comes to the small details – like the metal blade on a foil ...

The best thing to do during a blizzard is to stay home, but some people may still have to go. As snow starts to fall and winds pick up Sunday afternoon and even ...

Eco-friendly travel, or responsible tourism, encourages mindful choices to minimize environmental impact and support local communities. Simple actions like choosing sustainable transport, packing ...

The binman dished out a fact people may not realise.

In the waste industry where conditions are harsher, risk is amplified. By reinforcing proper technique, maintaining equipment access points, and building ...

Department of Environmental Services Director Roger Babcock explains the newest food composting program rolling out across ...

During National Poison Prevention Week, officials with the Office of Cannabis Management (OCM) are urging residents to practice safe cannabis storage.

A fifth Pflugerville waterline break stopped flow to Lake Pflugerville, prompting renewed calls to conserve water under Stage 3 emergency restrictions.

Tossing everything into the blue bin (or however it’s sorted in your area) feels like a good deed for the planet. People frequently toss paper, plastic, and metal in without a second glance. This well ...