But whether refilling actually makes a difference depends on how these systems are used and what they replace. Scores of ...

Avoid sun and heat. Plastics can degrade faster when exposed to ultraviolet light and high temperatures, Dr. Mohanty said. So ...

In New Zealand, several bold experiments are trying to reduce waste. They include innovative restaurants and refill-and-deposit programs. Here’s how you can experience them. Inside a frenetic kitchen ...

HANGZHOU, 19 January (BelTA - China Daily) - Hangzhou, capital of East China's Zhejiang province, has been selected as one of the "20 Cities Towards Zero Waste" under the United Nations ...

Scientists have found that keratin, the protein in hair and skin, can repair and protect tooth enamel. The material forms a mineralized layer that halts decay and restores strength, outperforming ...

A Midland small business is leading a statewide sustainability effort this month as Michigan refill shops unite to celebrate International Zero Waste Month. Ten of Michigan’s 13 zero-waste refill ...

Toiletries that are packaged in tubes are incredibly convenient until they are almost empty. Then, you're stuck pushing up against a bottle cap, hoping to get the last few drops of your toothpaste, ...

A one-of-a-kind grocery store in Garden City is closing. Roots Zero Waste Market announced on social media that it will shutter for good on Dec. 16. The grocery store and cafe, located at 3308 W.

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Kaila Yu is an LA-based luxury food, travel and culture journalist. According to the United Nations, an estimated 19% food of all ...

Concordia University provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation CA. Universitié Concordia provides funding as a founding partner of The Conversation CA-FR. Over the last decade, I’ve ...

SEATTLE — Lumen Field, the home of the Seattle Seahawks, has achieved the prestigious TRUE Gold Certification for zero-waste sustainability programs, becoming only the second NFL venue to earn this ...