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Mid-South Sustainability Resources Q & A

At Green365, we believe sustainability starts with knowledge. Whether it’s recycling, composting, or exploring renewable energy, knowing where to start is half the challenge. That’s why we’ve gathered answers to some of the most common questions we hear about zero waste, recycling, and sustainability resources in the Mid-South.What is Zero-Waste? As defined by the Zero Waste International Alliance: “Zero Waste: …

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Recycling Ink Cartridges and Water Filters: What’s Good, What’s Bad, and How To Do It Properly

The good news is that more and more things can be recycled. The bad news here is that, with some products, if the process is not streamlined or consistent, it becomes harder or impossible to recycle appropriately. Thankfully, there is a path to recycling ink cartridges and water filters. How To Recycle Ink Cartridges Office Depot  Recycle your ink cartridges …

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Why is Recycling So Complicated? An Educator’s Informed Perspective on Today’s Recycling Habits, Programs, and Issues

One of the most common questions I am asked as a Zero Waste educator is, “Why is recycling so complicated? It is so confusing!” Each city, town, and municipality seems to have its own recycling system and rules. For instance, if you live in an apartment building and the owner does not pay for recycling services, you are forced to …