Every week, millions of Americans toss their recyclables into a single bin, trusting that their plastic bottles, aluminum cans and cardboard boxes will be given a new life. Plastics are among the ...

Here's the deal: Recycling isn't just about good intentions. It's requires a little prep work, too, which includes actually rinsing out that soda can, taking the plastic handle off that old busted pan ...

Sorting plants in recycling usually do not recognize black plastic, which is why it is sorted out instead of being recycled.

How do bottle and can recycling centers make money if they’re paying you for the materials you drop off? Recycling centers are the rare operation where you, the consumer, end up making money. But ...

Recycling is something many of us try to do right, but it can get tricky without realizing it. I've learned that even small mistakes in recycling habits can cause bigger problems than we expect. Some ...

A study conducted by CNRS 1 researchers describes a new method of recycling silicone waste (caulk, sealants, gels, adhesives, cosmetics, etc.). It has the potential to significantly reduce the ...