Earth911’s Mitch Ratcliffe moved with his family to the banks of Elk Creek in Southern... The post Elk Creek Notes: The Books I’m Learning from to Garden With Respect for Place appeared first on Earth911.

Some of the most popular skincare ingredients are derived from animals. But if you avoid... The post Vegan Beauty: the Best Plant-based Skincare Ingredients appeared first on Earth911.

Despite serving a valuable purpose to us all, tech companies face increasing scrutiny as they... The post Greening The Cloud: How AI is Reshaping Data Center Power Demands appeared first on Earth911.

Do you want to make your diet more sustainable but you’re not sure where to... The post 5 Strategies To Develop a Sustainable Diet You Can Stick With appeared first on Earth911.

In the past, every American could recite Smokey Bear’s slogan: “Only you can prevent forest... The post Wildfire Prevention: Where Safety and Environmentalism Connect appeared first on Earth911.

America Recycles Day is November 15th…❓ Do you know what to throw? Check out the BINfluencer search tool for a fast answer on what you can include in the Sioux Falls and surrounding area recycling bin ♻️ Use the Search Tool (special thanks to recyclingpartnership.org for the great carty image)...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Sioux Falls Residents Get New Tool to Reduce Waste BINfluencer Launches Waste Diversion Directory SIOUX FALLS, S.D., November 15, 2024 – Just in time for America Recycles Day, BINfluencer has introduced an exciting new resource for Sioux Falls residents: the Waste...

We wanted to share an update on Gabriel’s Bill (House Bill 1044), which recently passed through committee with unanimous support. This legislation would allow for newborn safety devices, or baby boxes, giving parents in crisis a safe, anonymous option to surrender their babies to emergency...

The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) recently released its 2024 Recycling/Diversion Report, giving us a look at how much waste is being recycled in the state. While recycling is still happening, the numbers show a concerning trend—we are throwing away more...

Recycling can get confusing, and we totally get it—rules change from place to place! Instead of getting frustrated, let’s get the facts straight. We’re here to clear up what’s changed, what hasn’t, and why Sioux Falls has a strong and successful recycling program that more people should take...

Warm weather and long, sunny days get people out of the house and into nature or trap them inside to avoid the heat and humidity. As a result, it’s also a time when people may forget about sustainable living. An estimated 90% of U.S. households use AC to stay cool. The average usage is around...

Recycling is critical for conserving resources and preventing environmental damage. Yet, many people still need to understand how to recycle properly. Even with the best of intentions, people are still not recycling properly. In one study, just under 1/3 of recyclable items were properly...

RecycleNation.com, the #1 ranked recycling tool on the internet (according to the latest rankings by FeedSpot ) has added new enhancements and user-friendly features to its site and system. The site now features a refreshed new design and straightforward and intuitive layout, designed to make...

Summer’s a great time to be outside and enjoying the fresh air and sun. You may not have the biggest budget for your ideal outdoor living space, but you don’t have to. Using recycled materials to create the outdoor living spaces you dream of is trendy.The Benefits of Eco-Friendly Outdoor Living...

It’s the season for summer BBQs and gatherings with family and friends. This also means that a lot of bottles and cans, paper products, and foods are purchased and served. If you’re not composting, it’s time to start.A Beyond Food report found that an event in a venue wastes as much as 20% of...

It’s expected that Americans will take more than 800 million business trips or vacations in 2024. When you’re staying at a hotel, it’s often easier to deal with recycling, but many people use home rentals like Airbnb for privacy and affordability. Camping is another popular option. When you’re...

Take a trip back to 1960 and only 7% of items that consumers needed were properly recycled. It wasn’t the highest percentage of recyclables, but recycling was new. We had a land developer nearby who disposed of his trash and broken appliances in a sand pit that he’d later bury and build a house...

How much is recycled in your community? A newer study finds that residential recycling rates aren’t great.27% of households do not have access to recycling.43% of households recycle.Only 21% of residential recyclables are recycled correctly. Of the materials that are improperly handled, 76% of...

It’s sad to consider that of all of the recycled items in a U.S. household, around 32% of them are actually recycled. In many towns and cities, it’s cheaper for those communities to send recyclables to the landfill than it is to properly recycle them.The EPA estimates that if all recyclables...

The EPA reports that each American generates about 4.9 pounds of municipal solid waste (MSW) each day. In one week, you’ve generated about 35 pounds of trash and recyclables. Consider that amount over a month or a year. It’s so much, and it’s overwhelming the nation’s landfills.The Realities of...