The 21st century brought us many innovations with one of the most relevant today being the boom of online shopping. It may seem like second nature to us now, but at that time it was first introduced, people could not believe that they would be able to purchase anything they wanted without leaving the comfort of their very own homes. To most people, the number one perk of doing all of their shopping online is convenience. Although, while we assume because we are shopping virtually…

Recycling is a no-brainer. We know its benefits, its positive environmental impact, and the cost savings associated with having to process less waste. As the saying goes, “it takes a community” and the success of a municipal recycling program rests on the actions of each individual within a municipality. Getting information out to the people is also pivotal to the success of a recycling program as lack of guidance or misinformation can severely hurt recycling rates. Luckily for you, dear reader, we’ve compiled a handy…

When it comes to sustainability practices, composting is a trend that is here to stay. Home composting isn’t a modern-day creation; the first instance of composting is traced back to a farmer and scientist named Marcus Cato who lived in Rome over 2000 years ago. Composting in public places like school cafeterias, restaurants, and residential buildings is becoming a more common practice as certain states and municipalities are encouraging (or requiring) businesses and residents to separate organic waste from their trash. San Francisco, Seattle, and…

When it comes to sustainable practices, composting is a trend that is here to stay. Home composting is by no means a modern-day creation with the first instance being traced back to a farmer and scientist named Marcus Cato who lived in Rome over 2000 years ago. Composting in public places like school cafeterias, restaurants, and residential buildings is becoming a more common practice as certain states and municipalities are encouraging (or requiring) businesses and residents to separate organic waste from their trash. San Francisco,…