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Do Just One Thing for July 10, 2018

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | July 10th, 2018

Remember when you needed to sort your recyclables based on material, such as newspaper, glass, paper and metal? Now the materials may be commingled in one bin for recycling. Trash companies and recyclers opted for what's called "single-stream recycling" for both convenience and to increase recycling. In comparison to "source-separated" recycling, the commingled system wins hands down. A Waste Management survey showed a 300 percent increase in recycling participation when people didn't have to sort. That's a big increase to reduce waste.

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Do Just One Thing for July 09, 2018

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | July 9th, 2018

In most communities, you're given two trash receptacles -- one for recycling and one for actual garbage. Ever wonder what happens if you decide to not recycle and use both for trash? If a recycling container (full of trash) is picked up, it can contaminate an entire load of recyclables. Not only does this potentially divert a whole truck of recyclables to the landfill, but it can also cost you money. Many trash companies notice misuse of bins and will bill you for the additional trash and inconvenience of contaminating a load of recyclables.

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Do Just One Thing for July 08, 2018

Do Just One Thing by by Danny Seo
by Danny Seo
Do Just One Thing | July 8th, 2018

Have some rusty tools that could use a good cleaning? When your workshop or gardening tools have oxidized and turned rusty, you can easily wipe away the rust by using a kitchen staple: a potato. Potatoes are high in ferric oxalate, which turns the rust into a sludge-like substance that is easily wiped away. Cut a potato in half (perhaps use spuds past their prime) and wipe away. Or grate a potato, cover the whole rusty tool and let it sit for a few minutes. You'll see the rust soften and be ready for a quick cleanup.

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