Reducing Waste One Plastic Container at a Time
Alex Brockman, Feature Editor
April 18, 2019
The phrase “zero waste” can be an intimidating phrase for those with a desire to become more eco-friendly or green in their lives. Thinking about the waste that the average person goes through in a single day makes it seem like an insurmountable task to completely cut that waste to zero. However,...
Tags: Abby Dias, Afton Weaver, Kaeley Pilichowski, plastic, Zero Waste
Numbers in the news
October 13, 2011
2/3 Less energy it takes to make products from recycled plastic than from virgin plastic. 1 million Pounds of material waste Americans generate per person every year, taking into account hazardous waste, construction debris and chemicals used for manufacturing. 32% Percentage of total waste Americans recycle. 44% Percen...
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