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09/10/2018 / By Frances Bloomfield

Drink responsibly: Are you aware of the environmental impact of single-use coffee cups?

There’s no denying the convenience that comes with single-use coffee cups. Simply fill them with water, take a sip, and throw them in the trash. No clean-up, no hassle, no fuss. But apart from that, is there any other good reason to actually use them? The few precious minutes you save with their usage just […]

06/19/2018 / By Carol Anderson

Novel recycling process turns discarded hard disk drive magnets into new material

With the rise of technology also comes the rise of electronic waste across the globe. It may seem as if these unused materials are easier to discard than typical garbage, but the truth is, it’s really difficult to do so due to the high levels of toxic chemicals. To address this problem, the U.S. Department of […]

03/05/2018 / By Zoey Sky

Dunkin’ improves packaging from foam to paper cups, reducing waste, pollution — but it’s still better to bring your own mug

Early last February, global donut company and coffeehouse Dunkin’ Donuts declared that it will be replacing its polystyrene foam cups with paper cups. The company will start phasing out foam cups in New York City and California restaurants this spring. By 2020, Dunkin’ Donuts aims to reach their target worldwide. The move will eliminate a whopping one billion […]

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