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gifts wrapped in fabric scraps, recycled paper, raffia, and homemade embelishments
December 3, 2024 - Filed Under: Natural Resources, Waste Management

It’s the holiday season, and many of us like to celebrate this time of year by decorating our homes and gathering with friends and family to enjoy fellowship, food, and gift giving. But it is also a time of increased household waste. These tips can help you have a more sustainable holiday.

Homemade pumpkin, bat, monster Halloween decor with a toilet paper roll, tin can, and water bottle.
October 18, 2024 - Filed Under: Natural Resources, Environment, Waste Management

Halloween spending is expected to reach $11.6 billion this year, and many of those purchases will become waste. Check out these tips for ways to have a more sustainable holiday.

Full trash can sitting at the curb awaiting collection
August 1, 2024 - Filed Under: Marine Resources, Waste Management, Water

RAYMOND, Miss. -- By 2050, the world’s oceans will contain more plastic pollution by weight than fish. It's an alarming statistic. Implementing small lifestyle changes associated with zero waste can help reduce all waste, including plastics, that enter waterways and landfills.

A person throwing a trash bag into a trash can.
July 31, 2024 - Filed Under: Natural Resources, Waste Management

If you’ve heard the term “zero waste,” you may be wondering what that is and how it can be possible. Zero waste is aimed at reducing waste throughout the production chain – from the time materials are gathered for production to the time the product is purchased and used by a consumer. Get tips on how to implement the principles into your lifestyle.

A room full of clutter.
July 24, 2024 - Filed Under: Family, Food and Health, Waste Management

Almost everyone has a little bit of clutter somewhere in their homes at times. However, letting small amounts turn into large amounts can not only interfere with the lifestyle you want, but it can also be a health hazard. If you find that you can’t use your rooms the way you’d like, then it’s time to start getting rid of some clutter. But what if some of these items are sentimental? We have some tips that can help.

Several types of plastic and other waste surround a green chasing arrows emblem.
April 22, 2024 - Filed Under: Natural Resources, Waste Management

Whether you recycle or not, you probably are familiar with the “chasing arrows” emblem found on plastic products. But many consumers don’t know that this symbol denotes only the type of plastic an item is made from, not its ability to be recycled. Check out these tips that can help you reduce your plastic waste.

A woman scrapes vegetable scraps off a cutting board into a countertop compost bin.
February 21, 2024 - Filed Under: Health and Wellness, Lawn and Garden, Flower Gardens, Vegetable Gardens, Natural Resources, Waste Management

RAYMOND, Miss. -- Many of the practices associated with sustainability, such as recycling, can be extended into the garden. Composting is a way to help reduce organic waste that goes to the landfill and helps feed gardens. These organic materials, which include grass clippings, leaves and other yard wastes, account for about 30% of trash that goes to the landfill.

A pile of gifts wrapped in various papers and ribbons.
December 15, 2023 - Filed Under: Family, Natural Resources, Environment, Waste Management

When you think about the holidays, all the food, gifts, holiday décor, and gatherings with friends and family likely come to mind. What you may not think about is how much garbage we create during this season. Check out these tips that can help you recycle this holiday season.