Quick Tips

CDs and DVDs are typically made from a combination of mixed metals - aluminum, gold, silver and nickel with petroleum-derived plastics and a combination of dyes. What does this mean to you? The blend of these materials make them almost impossible to recycle.

Carpools are catching on quite rapidly due to inflated gas prices. Make sure to reach out to others when driving to work, school, and vacations. You'll save gas, reduce your carbon footprint, and have a buddy to ease any road rage or traffic pains.

With labor day coming up soon, many of you will be vacationing on the beach for one last hurrah. Make sure to pick up any trash or recyclables that you may have with you (or from nearby beachgoers) in the proper bin.

When filling up your car with that black gold, don’t keep filling once the pump stops.  The gasoline can go right back into the station’s pump , and the more harmful vapors settle at the top of your tank – leaking more pollutants into...

Most people are unsure how much energy their household actually uses. Schedule an energy audit to learn more about your energy habits.  Chances are you’ll be motivated to make changes to lessen energy consumption & cut costs. Many utility companies perform energy...

Turn off the water when you lather those tresses or shave in the shower.   You may test your roommate’s patience, but you can save 2 gallons per minute. Posted by Julie

Rather than use your company’s disposable coffee cups, plates and utensils, bring in a reusable glass or plastic dishware set from home.  You’ll save plastic from being thrown away, use nicer platewares and avoid being the person stuck without a knife! You could even use...

Do you cart snacks like peanuts, pretzels and crackers in zip-lock bags for lunches or on-the-go?  Wash and reuse your baggies – You’ll save money and plastic! Posted by Beth

Check your local recycling program for what number plastics it recycles. (Plastic products are numbered 1-7.  Philly accepts all of them (updated 12/10).) When out to buy your next shampoo bottle or dish-soap, choose products you can toss in the recycle bin instead of the trash...