Is your cellphone contract about to expire? If so, your carrier will likely allow you a free or cheap upgrade if you turn in the old phone for recycling. Sending a trade-in device at the end of a mobile contract is the easiest and most common way that people recycle…
I’ve been on something of a rampage when it comes to cleaning products lately. So this time, instead of telling you about all the bad things in your multipurpose cleaner, I’m going to throw some kudos out there to the companies that aren’t just capitalizing on the green revolution. These…
Residents in some parts of the American West are already used to thinking of wildfires as seasonal, rather than infrequent, threats. As the annual acreage burned by wildfires increases, residential areas throughout the country are coming under threat more frequently. Residents in many regions of the U.S. must now prepare…
Today’s quote is from environmental advocate David Brower: “The wild places are where we began. When they end, so do we.” Earth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people think of the planet first, every day. Click the poster to get a larger image. You Might Also Like……
Although it may be counterintuitive, indoor air is commonly two to five times more contaminated than outside air. These pollutants are linked to everything from immune system health and chemical sensitivity to cancer. In fact, the EPA ranks indoor air pollution as one of the top five threats to human health….
Everyday activities — like driving, choosing clothes and food at the store, or barbecuing in the back yard — produce carbon dioxide (CO2), which contributes to global warming. How much do you know about your personal carbon load and how to change it? Earth911.com Quiz #21: CO2 Emissions Fact Challenge…
Father’s Day is just around the corner, and it is time to start thinking about what you want to give Dad to tell him how loved and valued he is. Choosing a gift that is eco friendly is not only thoughtful for Dad, but it is thoughtful for the planet…
It’s hard to believe Father’s Day is here. If you’re like me, you struggle to find that perfect gift for the pops in your life. I suppose it’s because most men don’t require much, leaving us with few ideas to really knock their gold toe socks off. But, who says…
Today’s quote is from the 14th Dalai Lama: “If you think you are too small to make a difference, try sleeping with a mosquito.” How will you make a difference today? Earth911 inspirations. Post them, share your desire to help people think of the planet first, every day. Click the…
We’ve all got them — toilet paper rolls. An eco-friendly approach is to recycle the cardboard tubes as quickly as they accumulate. But before your toss them in the recycling bin, consider their crafting potential. These rolls are a versatile material that the kids — and you — can use…
