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Alabama

Alabama is known for peanuts, cotton and agriculture industry, southern hospitality, the beautiful gulf coast beaches, its role in the Civil Rights Movement, and college football, especially the intra-state rivalry between University of Alabama and Auburn University. Most municipal recycling programs in Alabama don’t take glass and many only accept No. 1 and 2 plastics.Continue reading “Alabama”

5 Reasons Why Toddlers Belong in a Garden

Gardening is an excellent activity for children that has many benefits for their physical and mental health, as well as their development. Research has shown that children who garden have improved hand-eye coordination, better motor skills, increased physical activity, and a greater appreciation for nature and the environment. Additionally, children who garden are more likelyContinue reading “5 Reasons Why Toddlers Belong in a Garden”

Why Should I Recycle? + How To Make Recycling Part of Your Daily Routine

Recycling is a rockstar when it comes to environmental sustainability and conservation! Recycling is the process of converting waste materials into new products, reducing the need for virgin raw materials, and decreasing the amount of waste sent to landfills. There are several reasons why recycling is so important. To recycle effectively, it’s important to understandContinue reading “Why Should I Recycle? + How To Make Recycling Part of Your Daily Routine”

10 Ways to Reuse Your Glass Jars

Recycling Glass Glass recycling is an important aspect of waste management, and has become increasingly popular in recent years due to its environmental benefits. According to the Glass Packaging Institute, the glass recycling rate in the United States was 33.1% in 2020. This means that out of the 11.3 million tons of glass generated inContinue reading “10 Ways to Reuse Your Glass Jars”