Global waste generation could rise 50% by 2050: World Bank

Inequities in waste collection and funding are a major global issue, according to an updated report. Upfront investments ...

The world's waste mountain is rising at an alarming rate

The world is struggling to deal with ever-growing quantities of waste. A new World Bank Group report, What a Waste 3.0, shows that more than 2.6 billion tonnes of municipal solid waste (which includes ...
UN Environment Programme

Seven ways to cut your food waste and support the planet

Households drive nearly 60 per cent of global food waste. Discover seven practical ways to waste less food, save money and ...
Sacramento Bee

‘A good, green habit,’ How composting is making a difference in Sacramento and beyond

Composting is simple. All you need is a kitchen pail, food scraps and a napkin. That’s the trick, Robert Reed said. A paper towel at the bottom of the bin can soak up the moisture and smells, keeping ...
Berkshire Eagle

The next 'natural' step in waste removal? Composting. Here's how some Berkshire towns turn those egg shells into a money-saving resource

At the first public hearing on Pittsfield’s plans to overhaul its trash and recycling policy, Dominick Villane, an apartment building property manager, made a point about how food waste affects the ...