The prospect of our earth suddenly becoming “liberated” from the influence of humans has long been a conceit of popular fiction and sociopolitical academia. Truly, there is no shortage of books, films, graphic novels, or YouTube videos detailing not only what would...
We can take simple steps to help reduce food waste in our daily lives. With some thoughtful planning and awareness, we can make a difference. In the United States, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) estimates that 31% of food produced is wasted. That...
Waste disposal has come a long way over the years. Have you ever heard the phrase, “Don’t throw the baby out with the bathwater,” and wondered what that means? We have the answer to that and more as we take a look at how waste is disposed of around the world, and how...
From our hands to the garbage can to the dumpster to the landfill, our waste takes a journey. Although the landfill is often its final destination, the journey doesn’t necessarily end there. While out of sight and out of mind after leaving our home, much of our trash...
The State of the Union The topic of environmentalism is multifaceted and can often feel too big for any one person to handle. “What can I do,” they may ask, “that will have any real significance in saving the planet?” Admittedly, preserving the environment is a big...
When speaking about waste, there are some things to consider before simply throwing it out. Though some garbage disposal services such as Western Elite, will sort garbage and make sure all is properly handled, it is still important to know what can and cannot be...