Waste Management

Texas

Recycling Programs Are Struggling These Days. But There Could Be A Solution

From Texas Standard:In many parts of Texas, it has become a lot easier to recycle in recent years. Got a plastic bottle or an aluminum can? Just throw…
Austin

Recycling: Why You're Probably Doing It Wrong and 10 Steps to Do It Right

Laura Rice

It’s a familiar scenario: you’ve finished a product and are ready to dispose of the packaging. But wait… does it go into the recycling bin? Or the trash…
Energy & Environment

Take an Austin Composting Class, Get a Cheap Compost System

Larissa Liska

The City of Austin wants to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfills by encouraging residents to compost. Free composting classes are being offered…
Austin

Go Green With Your Evergreen: Christmas Tree Recycling

Filipa Rodrigues

As we wrap up the holiday season, the Christmas decorations will soon head to into storage.The City of Austin is encouraging residents to recycle their…