I’m participating in the Compost Pilot Program and I don’t understand why I can’t compost more paper waste like coffee cups and ice cream containers. Isn’t that just wax and paper? Rachel McCauley ...

The cream in the coffee of the garden is compost. Full of nutrients and beneficial microbes, this soil amendment feeds plants and improves soil structure so their roots can stretch and breathe. You ...

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Composting biodegradable food containers cuts the amount of trash that gets sent to a landfill. But the practice may serve up some unintended consequences for human health. That’s because the items ...

Most people know by now that the disposable plastic used for take-out food is an environmental hazard. Containers, cups, utensils, straws — very little of it gets recycled and very much of it ends up ...

- The paper milk carton: Simply open up the top of a paper milk carton and toss in your potato peelings, coffee grounds and that leftover arugula salad you never got around to eating. The carton won't ...

A practical guide from sustainability experts on reducing plastic at the grocery store and going zero waste at home.

FARGO — Spring cleanup is underway, and the city of Fargo is reminding residents to use compost containers properly at recycling drop sites. The city has compost containers available to the public at ...

Plastic storage poses a risk of leaking microplastics into edible items when frozen or microwaved. Here's how you can reduce your exposure. Taylor Leamey wrote about all things wellness for CNET, ...

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif. – Starting Monday, residents in parts of San Luis Obispo County will begin to see green-and-white plastic containers appearing at their home. The one-gallon food scrap pails ...

When you think about takeout, your biggest concerns might be how greasy the food is or whether you remembered to ask for extra napkins. But new research suggests there may be more to consider than ...

Plastic food storage containers are commonly used in almost every kitchen. While plastic containers are not the best option, they are still popular as they are budget-friendly, lightweight and help ...