Disposal of old mattresses in landfills is a big problem. Each mattress fills about 23 cubic feet of space in a landfill, according to Cornell …
Continue ReadingRecent laws have made biodegradable plastic bags mandatory in California, and they are starting to become more common. How much quicker are they to …
Continue ReadingSmoke detectors can contain components that are not healthy for the environment and are considered e-waste. Learn how to properly dispose of smoke …
Continue ReadingThere are lots of reasons to use a homemade laundry soap recipe instead of buying detergent from the store: you control what goes into it, you can …
Continue ReadingEco-friendly building has become more mainstream in the early 21st Century. A method used for years in Europe has now started becoming popular in …
Continue ReadingInk Jet printer disposal isn’t particularly difficult to do correctly and in an environmentally responsible way. It will take a bit of research and …
Continue ReadingMaking homemade cheese is as much art as it is science. The task is much easier and more economical if you build and use this DIY cheese press from …
Continue ReadingTo dispose of construction materials in a way that’s safe for people and the environment get it to a permitted facility and avoid improper (and …
Continue ReadingThe number one wood destroying pest in the United States is not the dreaded termite but the often overlooked carpenter ant. They can cause severe …
Continue ReadingPaint contains pigments, solvents and additives that are harmful to the environment. Improper old paint disposal can pollute the soil and waterways, …
Continue ReadingEach year over 50 million tons of computers are discarded. This e-waste contains high levels of toxic substances that are contaminating our soil and …
Continue ReadingMany homeowners consider whether having a home windmill will really save money on their energy costs. A home windmill requires significant upfront …
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