RECYCLING

Trade your old car seat at Target during trade-in event for app, online discount for baby gear

During the event, Target said that shoppers will have the chance to recycle an old, expired, or damaged car seat to get a coupon on the Target app or online for 20% off one car seat, stroller, or some baby gear.

Here’s how you can save the environment and your money by recycling

This story is part of a series called “Solutionaries”, where we set out to explore innovative ways people are working to fight problems we’re all facing. Inflation, affordable housing, the climate crisis, and much more. You can find hours of stories here.

A trashy problem | What happens after you drop off your recycling?

What happens after you drop off your recycling or it gets picked up from your house? We’re taking you inside the process and explaining why it’s not always easy.

What can you recycle? It depends where you live

Check with your city or county to see what they will accept for recycling

How environmentally friendly are you? Take these quick polls to help determine exactly that

When it comes to climate change and environmental issues, it might feel like a lot to wrap your head around: The problems are so widespread and complex -- so if you’ve ever thought to yourself, “What can one person even DO?”, you’re likely not alone.

Have you been ‘wishcycling?’ It’s likely doing more harm than good

Friday marks Earth Day, and according to data released by the Environmental Protection Agency in 2018, the recycling rate in the U.S. was 32.1%, down from 34.5% in 2015.

Are you recycling correctly? This handy chart will clear up any confusion

If you’re known to blindly toss anything paper or plastic into the recycling bin, you’re probably not alone.