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Before tossing beauty products that didn't work out or have passed their expiration date, consider whether they can be repurposed. A thoroughly cleaned mascara wand makes a handy tool for scrubbing dirt from jewelry ...Read More

Before tossing an empty chip bag, candy wrapper or juice pouch, tear it completely open down both sides so it lays flat. Small animals -- including birds, squirrels, raccoons and skunks -- can be attracted to crumbs and ...Read More

Before buying a brand-new pair of shoes, check a thrift store, resale site or consignment shop for a pre-owned pair. Manufacturing a new pair of shoes can generate roughly 13 to 35 kilograms of CO2e, depending on the ...Read More

The next time you grab a coffee to go, consider leaving the plastic lid behind. Studies have found that heat can increase the release of microplastics from some disposable plastic beverage container lids. Instead, let your...Read More

Plastic containers of lighter fluid and motor oil are often stamped with a No. 2 recycling symbol. While No. 2 is a commonly recycled variety of plastic, these containers are not. The reason is simple: Plastic containers ...Read More

Plastic caps on containers of juice, soda and water are now recyclable, but they should not be left in place on the bottles. When plastic bottles are compressed during the baling process, a tightly screwed-on lid or cap ...Read More