A lot of ‘recycled’ plastic is being burned overseas – and causing widespread pollution linked to health problems
Large amounts of plastic waste are shipped around the world, much to be disposed of in landfills or incinerated.
Large amounts of plastic waste are shipped around the world, much to be disposed of in landfills or incinerated.
Florida's food code encourages the use of reusable beverage and food containers when safety guidelines are followed.
Jacksonville’s first climate action plan includes steps to develop or expand recycling and reuse options.
Increasing the practice of recycling solar panels has more than just environmental benefits.
By respecting both nature's power and economic realities, we can chart a course that keeps Florida thriving.
Plastic never was and never will be disposable, and neither are the people it poisons.
The mayor backed off a plan to rebuild a waste-to-energy incinerator in Doral in favor of shipping trash to landfills.
Negotiations foundered over such issues as a cap on plastic production and restrictions on the use of certain chemicals.
Environment Florida's 'Fixed for the Holidays' shopping guide provides advice on buying refurbished electronics.
Critics argue that manufacturers often exaggerate how readily their products can actually be recycled.
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