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WM Wendy Martinenas updated 1-09

REUSE: Simple Yet Practical

Here is a simple definition of REUSE and practical yet oh so effective examples of steps to take. If we all did just one more of these things things than we might have done otherwise, think about the collective impact. [...]

Support The NFL & Green Your Super Bowl

The NFL is going green. Show your support not only for your team but for the NFL by implementing some of these practical eco friendly ideas this Super Bowl Sunday. [...]

Insulation Made From Blue Jeans

Aside from being downright cool, insulation made from recycled blue jeans is a holistic & eco friendly choice. [...]

You Can Even Buy Recycled Carpet

Recycled carpet helps eliminate landfill waste. [...]

Life expectancies for different kinds of trash

by Wendy Brandt Martinenas

Did you ever think about how long it will take for your garbage to disintegrate after you throw it away?  Here are some examples.

Paper: 2-4 Weeks
Banana Peel: 3-5 Weeks
Wool Cap: 1 Year
Cigarette Butt: 2-5 Years
Disposable Diaper: 10-20 Years
Hard Plastic Container: 20-30 Years
Rubber Boot Sole: 50-80 Years
Tin Can: 80-100 Years
Aluminum Can: 200-400 Years
Plastic 6-pack [...]