New Jersey Recycling Less
Recycling has slipped in New Jersey, even as the world has become more environmentally conscious. Continue reading…
View Article"Spring Cleaning?" Please Don't Litter! (PHOTOS)
Ah....Spring! I've noticed more people on the social media sites "talking" about doing their spring cleaning. How about some outdoor spring cleaning, too! Continue reading…
View ArticleRecycling Efforts Down In Some NJ Counties [POLL/AUDIO]
Some New Jersey towns are reporting a decline in recycling efforts, a hard hit not only to the environment but to municipal budgets. Continue reading…
View ArticleNJ DEP Calling On Urban Areas To Step Up Recycling Efforts [AUDIO]
The idea is to help municipalities develop improved recycling practices while boosting local economies and helping the state reach its goal of 50 percent recycling in the process. Continue reading…
View ArticleA Funny Take on the Country's Green Initiatives'
Dennis and Judi were discussing 'green initiatives' and how everyone and their mother is trying to save the planet by going green. Continue reading…
View ArticleCraig discovers a brand new game: 'Recycling Barrel Jenga'
I'm headed home from New Jersey 101.5 the other morning, and saw the barrels pictured above! Continue reading…
View ArticleWhat do those plastic recycling numbers mean?
So, what does the picture, above, have to do with plastic recycling numbers? Originally, I was going to call this 'story' "Johnny On The Recycled Spot." Clever...but there's more to the story! Continue...
View ArticleThree things you learned on the Bill Spadea show: Jersey landfills and more
From clearing up any misconception on mandatory recycling and landfills to a reassessment on property taxes in a few NJ towns, this morning was filled with topics that can potentially affect your...
View ArticlePaper or plastic? Either one may soon cost you a nickel at NJ stores
Consumers might start paying a nickel for each paper and plastic bags when shopping in New Jersey in a little over a year, under a plan to raise money for lead programs. Continue reading…
View ArticleFood to fuel: Proposed NJ law seeks to eliminate tons of waste
Citing millions of tons of food that's just wasted in the United States on a yearly basis, New Jersey lawmakers are attempting to make some good out of this waste. But their proposal would take a lot...
View ArticleStop mandatory recycling and tax trash instead (Opinion)
A tax on trash could raise revenue and put the responsibility of local environmental management on homeowners looking to save a buck. Continue reading…
View ArticleThink you can't recycle it in NJ? TerraCycle Home begs to differ
You may now be able to recycle items like cosmetics, eyeglasses, pet food packaging, personal protective equipment, and even cigarette butts. Continue reading…
View ArticleHow to Properly Dispose of Your Child's Car Seat in New York
As your child outgrows their car seat, it's important to know the steps to take to properly dispose of it to ensure both safety and environmental responsibility. Continue reading…
View ArticleWait, NJ: Don't throw out those eclipse glasses!
Now that the Great American Solar Eclipse is over, there are at least six alternative things you can do with those eclipse glasses. Continue reading…
View ArticleHere Are 9 Things You Should Never Leave Out in Your Recycling Bin in...
Theres items are a big no-no when it comes to your curbside pickup recycling bin. Continue reading…
View ArticleIt's Illegal in NJ to Put these 20 Common Items in the Garbage
Spending a little more effort to understand how New Jersey's disposal rules work goes a long way toward ensuring that our community is clean, the environment is not ruined, and, most importantly, you...
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