Only 4.7% of plastic produced by U.S. households in 2021 was recycled, according to a Greenpeace USA report. But that's not for lack of consumer participation. Greenpeace said most plastics simply ...

When I visited my friend in Scotland, I was amazed to see how little waste from her family of four actually went into the garbage can. Besides their good habits of buying items with minimal packaging, ...

New statistics show post-consumer plastics recycling falling slightly in the United States as recovery of two flagship resins stumbled in 2022. A newly issued report from a trio of groups shows the ...

Plastics labeled with resin codes between 1 and 7 used to all be eligible for recycling. Now, there's no market for some types of plastic, and nearly a quarter of what gets sent to sorting facilities ...

It wasn't intended to indicate plastics' recyclability. But consumers misinterpreted it, and the industry encouraged them.

Technology has transformed our lives, allowing us to connect almost instantly with someone across the world. But using technology can be difficult for some. NEWS10's Anthony Krolikowski shows us how a ...

In Seattle, as in most cities around the country, there are a number of items that you aren’t supposed to put in the curbside recycling bin: bubble wrap, for instance, or multilayer plastic packaging ...

SPRINGFIELD, Mass. (WWLP) - If you're looking for a new furry friend, this weekend is the time to make a move! ORANGE, Mass. (WWLP) - Second Chance Animal Services, will be bringing a low-cost vaccine ...

Mayor Eric Adams on Monday once again attempted to brush off concerns that he's lost the faith of New Yorkers. It comes as more challengers are set to enter the race for New York City mayor, with ...