The recycling symbol isn’t copyrighted, which means any plastic-producing company can slap it on their products, even if they aren’t recyclable. That piece of paper or plastic that we supposed ...

Don’t believe everything you read, especially if it’s the word “leakproof.” That’s the biggest takeaway from our quest to find the best food storage containers. We tested a dozen pieces from glass and ...

Stackable isn't our only requirement, our favorite type of storage solution also looks great out in the open and doesn't have to be hidden away. Typically these organizational opt ...

Last August, I learned of a new study that revealed that the human brains studied were nearly 0.5% plastic by weight. Let ...

Tossing takeout containers into the recycling bin feels like the right move, but looks can be deceiving. A lot of food ...

Storage totes and their tops may go together like peas and carrots when you're organizing supplies in the garage, but when ...

Researchers have created a new plant-based material that could become a strong contender for a plastic replacement.

These plastics are derived from starches such as maize, wheat, potato and cassava. One example is thermoplastic starch (TPS), ...

Loose-leaf teas are another easy way to bypass plastic tea bags—just use a stainless steel steeper, which can go directly into your cup. Pro tip: When making a big batch of tea, use a French press.

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DCC stated that it explored alternatives to plastic bin bags to tackle the serious litter problem, often exacerbated by vermin, seagulls, foxes and pets ripping the bags open. The council noted ...

Birmingham City Council has announced that 'with regret' it is intending to make redundant up to 76 bin workers behind the all out strike that has blighted the city. The tough action comes as the ...