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We’re trashing ourselves!

“Americans generate more trash than anyone else on the planet: more than 7 pounds per person each day. And most landfill trash is made up of containers and packaging — almost all of which should be recycled.” Read more and listen to the Fresh Air interview with Edward Hume, author of Garbology.

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Find a recycling center!

Wondering where to take those old NiCad batteries? Or maybe those old paint cans in the garage? Computers? Fact is, you can recycle just about everything, and this website can help you find out where! Just plug in the material you want to recycle and your ZIP code, and voila! You will have addresses and… Read more»