You might get eco-guilt when you toss a plastic bottle into the recycling bin. Will the material from the container really be used to make something new? The answer to that question is unclear.
Can’t find your twine to bundle that pile of recyclables? Try reader Norm Hoch’s slick solution to reuse your plastic bottles ...
Dear Dr. Blonz: I have heard that harmful changes can occur in water bottle plastic during heating in a microwave. While I don't microwave these bottles, I have been opting to reuse them after washing ...
Dear EarthTalk: Are the rumors true that refilling and reusing some types of plastic bottles can cause health problems? — Regina Fujan, Lincoln, Neb. Most types of plastic bottles are safe to reuse at ...
Give your home garden a creative boost with a simple DIY project using old bottle caps that prevents harmful from pests ...
A thriving business in Nigeria is selling soft drinks from plastic water bottles that have been thrown away. Are they safe? A significant issue with reusing water bottles is chemical leaching, which ...
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