Reducing Waste

Most shiny wrapping paper can't be recycled, so why buy wrapping paper that ends up in a landfill? Suite101 gives you some festive - and inexpensive - wrapping ideas.

Dec 16, 2009 - Naomi Szeben

Magazines devote entire issues on achieving the annual resolution many of us make, and break before Dr King's birthday, that of organizing andde-cluttering our spaces.

Dec 16, 2009 - Lissa Davis

There are so many ways to have a glorious and merry Christmas without generating a ton of waste. This year, commit to a sustainable festive season.

Dec 15, 2009 - Johanna Bailey

A New Year's Resolution to create less rubbish will save money and help the planet. It's easy to achieve, satisfying to do and benefits everyone so here's how....

Dec 12, 2009 - Colette McEnery-Lane

Recycled Christmas trees are finding many uses in community recycling programs ranging from mulch to sand dunes to fish habitats.

Dec 2, 2009 - Donna McKinney

The old fashioned concept of filling a bottle with tap water is getting a makeover thanks to increased environmental awareness and stylish new reusable water bottles.

Nov 26, 2009 - Amanda Woods

WIth a growing awareness of how important it is to recycle computers, there are now numerous ways to recycle or donate a used computer.

Nov 23, 2009 - Brenna Coleman

Recycling old computers is a vital habit for individuals and companies, in order to slow the build-up of dangerous ewaste.

Nov 21, 2009 - Brenna Coleman

Instead of pouring the dregs from your coffee pot down the drain, try using them in some creative ways. It will save money in the long run and yield pleasant surprises.

Nov 21, 2009 - Naomi Szeben

The most popular boxes for moving are made of cardboard as people truly love them when it comes to packing.

Nov 19, 2009 - Marka Charalambous

American households dispose of large amounts of trash - four pounds per person per day! There are simple things a family can do to lessen its collective carbon footprint.

Nov 13, 2009 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

American households generate large amounts of trash. What simple things can a family do to lessen its collective carbon footprint? Read on.

Nov 12, 2009 - Cynthia Jones-Shoeman

Responsible, environmentally aware people prefer not to use polyethylene bags in the home, but what alternatives to plastic bags are available for consumers?

Nov 11, 2009 - Julie Burtinshaw

Vermicomposting, or vermiculture, is an easy and convenient way for every person to get involved with organic gardening and saving trash from the landfill.

Nov 4, 2009 - Rhonda Hagerman

Home cleaning tips that cost little and work well are always popular. "Green" methods that use natural products or recycled materials are even better.

Nov 3, 2009 - Thomas Alan Gray

Using free holiday decorations is not only economical, it's also a good way to have eco-friendly holiday decorations.

Nov 2, 2009 - Alina Bradford

A Sydney craft group is taking an original approach to recycling plastic and showed off its efforts on Saturday, at the 350 climate change rally at the Opera House.

Oct 26, 2009 - Rachel Williamson

Wine making kits produce good, inexpensive home-made wine. Recycled wine bottles reduce the cost of wine making supplies, but how to remove those stubborn, sticky labels?

Oct 18, 2009 - Thomas Alan Gray

In 2006, the collective American spend on new clothes totaled $282 billion. Is the trend of "fast fashion" doing us any favors - and can the eco-fashion industry help?

Oct 6, 2009 - Tiff Coe

Finding unwanted items a new home through Freecycle is a great way reduce consumerism, help others and reduce household clutter.

Sep 30, 2009 - Nicki Heskin

Many families are trying compost bins, but don't want to head outside multiple times a day with food waste. Here's some easy countertop composting solutions.

Sep 30, 2009 - Nicki Heskin

Composting is easy and it is a planet-friendly way to cut back on household trash while doing something good for the soil by yielding nutrient-rich soil for all gardens.

Sep 24, 2009 - Robin Montanye

Growing popularity of a traditional Japanese style of packed meals is making lunch at work or school better for the environment and health, cheaper and more enjoyable.

Sep 23, 2009 - Jennifer Mueller

Threadbare jeans, fat clothes, shrunken sweaters and faded t shirts lurking in the back of closets and drawers can all find new life while earning dividends.

Sep 22, 2009 - Jan Czech

Every year, the average family in the UK wastes £420 on throwing out food. Some waste is made up of peelings, bones and fruit and vegetable cores, but the rest is usable.

Sep 17, 2009 - Ann Burnett