Waste Management
Guide updates tips for reusing and recycling garage items
An updated Earth911 article highlights ways to declutter garages by reusing or recycling common items, addressing the fact that three out of four U.S. garages are too full for cars. The guide, originally published in 2017, was revised in October 2025 to include recent developments in paint recycling. It emphasizes proper disposal to reduce environmental harm and stress from clutter.
Mombasa county scrutinized over secret Ksh17 billion tender award
Mombasa County faces criticism from a human rights group for awarding a Ksh17 billion waste-to-energy tender to a Ghanaian conglomerate without public participation or assembly approval. The Centre for Litigation Trust has issued a seven-day ultimatum demanding transparency on the process. County assembly members have also questioned the lack of involvement in the decision.
Earth911 updates zero-waste lifestyle guide in 2025
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Earth911 has substantially updated its guide on adopting a zero-waste lifestyle, highlighting practical steps to reduce trash amid growing global waste challenges. The article, originally published in 2016, stresses the shift from a linear to a circular economy to minimize environmental impact.
Challenges and solutions in recycling expanded polystyrene
Expanded polystyrene, known as Styrofoam, poses significant recycling hurdles despite being 98% air and technically recyclable. Americans discard about 1,500 tons daily into landfills, with less than 1% recycled, prompting state bans and innovative technologies. As of 2025, several U.S. states have prohibited EPS products amid growing environmental concerns.