Recycling isn't just about good intentions. It's about a little prep work. That means actually rinsing out that soda can, taking the plastic handle off that old busted pan and stripping the junk off ...

It may sound odd, silly even, to pay so much to dispose of a run-of-the-mill household item. But the economics of mattress recycling illustrate why it can be difficult — and costly — to be an ...

Never recycle to-go coffee cups or grocery bags because they can contain other materials. Lightweight items like plastic straws can disrupt recycling processes. Check your local town's recycling ...