Too much of a good thing? The environmental downside of the “Stanley cup” craze.
Disposable cups are an environmental problem. But what about overconsumption of the reusable containers that are supposed to replace them?
Recycling & compost
To reduce waste, conserve natural resources and address the mounting climate crisis, America needs more recycling and composting.
The Latest on Recycling & compost
A look back at what our unique network accomplished in 2023
MASSPIRG, Clean Water Action join forces to reduce food waste
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Household food waste highlighted in new MITRE-Gallup report
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Chicago launches food scraps drop-off program
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Truth in recycling
Products without packaging: How refill stores can help solve the plastics crisis
The State of Recycling and Composting in Colorado 2022
The Need to Enforce Waste Bans in Massachusetts
The Latest
Are compostable and biodegradable plastics better for the environment than regular plastics?
As consumers across the country are pushing for a reduction in the use of disposable plastics, some companies have replaced regular plastic products with products labeled "biodegradable" or "compostable." But are they better for the environment?
What is e-waste?
Electronic waste, or "e-waste," such as discarded smartphones, laptops, TVs and other devices can harm our environment and our health.
New Report: Transformational Producer Responsibility law and municipal actions position Colorado for breakthrough on statewide recycling
Actions come as 6th annual State of Recycling and Composting Report finds Colorado’s 16% recycling and composting rate remains well below national average
Statement: With stronger regulations, Massachusetts takes step to reduce waste disposal
New waste bans are an important step towards reducing trash in the Commonwealth.
How to Save Food and Prevent Food Waste
We all play a role in creating food waste, so we can all be part of the solution.