Much of the U.S. uses single-stream recycling, where plastic, glass and paper go into one bin. Here’s what happens to that material and ways engineering is trying to improve the process ...

Every week, millions of U.S. residents toss their recyclables into a single bin, trusting that their ... But what truly happens after the recycling truck leaves?

Manatee County announced the "Big Bin Advantage" program, an effort to equip residents with large garbage bins and consolidate trash pick-up days.

In our experiment, despite repeated messaging, free recycling bins, and very clear labeling ... Our attempt at single-stream recycling not only filled the landfill faster but also reduced the ...

A new report from the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency offers insight into recycling –- and offers new opportunities ...

The city of Spokane promised to simplify recycling 13 years ago, telling residents they could dump aluminum cans, plastics, newsprint, paper, cardboard boxes, wine bottles and more into one large blue ...

Manatee County Utilities customers soon will be able to experience the “Big Bin Advantage,” a comprehensive initiative aimed at enhancing waste-collection ...

In cities that use single-stream recycling, consumers put all of their recyclable materials − paper, cardboard, plastic, glass and metal − into a single bin. Once collected, the mixed ...