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There are so many great reusable alternatives to plastic straws!

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Ditch the (Single-Use) Plastic! 4 Reusable Alternatives to Plastic Straws

I know … you’re probably wondering, why all the fuss about straws? Why the need to find reusable alternatives to plastic straws? Unfortunately, the plastic straws pollution problem is much…

Does recycling work? Where does it all end up?

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Does Recycling Work? How to Tell and What You Can Do About It

Does recycling work? It’s a complicated question … Let me back up before I tackle that question and ask you first whether you recycle. Do you have a bin of…

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Easy Earth Day Tips To Make it a Green Day

Happy Earth Day! Before I launch into my Earth Day Tips, many of you might be wondering what on earth (!) is Earth Day? Earth Day is held annually on…

Wondering why plastic straws are a problem? Read on to find out.

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Why Plastic Straws Are a Problem and What You Can Do

A brief story to illustrate why plastic straws are a problem. I was out at a restaurant recently and as my family made our way to our table, I ran…

A plastic bag law doesn't mean the end of convenience.

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Plastic Bag Law Worries: Your Top 7 Questions Answered

New York State is now the second state, after California, to pass a plastic bag law. As a NY State resident, I’m thrilled! While many are celebrating, others worry that a…

Biodegradable vs Compostable? Which is better?

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4 Facts About Biodegradable vs Compostable Products

Wondering what the heck is the difference between biodegradable vs compostable bags, cups, utensils, plates, etc? And what does “biodegradable” mean? “Compostable”? Are they really environmentally-friendly products or is it…