Pets: Zero-er Waste
Pets have a lot of stuff! It can be hard to be 100% zero waste with an animal. Here are a few ideas that may help lower the environmental impact of...
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Don't Toss Those Toys!
One thing I see a lot of during Austin's Bulk Collection is unwanted or unusable toys left curbside. I would love to see these toys donated to those...
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Mascara Wand Recycling
I am very excited to announce that one of Mueller’s own businesses, The Lash Lounge, is accepting old mascara wands for recycling in support of the...
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Extra Trash Sticker
Maybe you've been reluctant to downsize your trash cart because you're not sure you could always get all your trash bags inside.
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Austin ReBlend: Free Low VOC Paint!
Did you know you can pick up free paint from the City of Austin Recycle & Reuse Drop-off Center?!
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Austin Creative Reuse: School Supplies, Crafts & Hobbies
Austin Creative Reuse is a great place in Austin you may not know about! You can donate your old school supplies, office supplies, craft, and hobby...
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Home Improvement
Many of the homes in my neighborhood are hitting the 10 year mark. As such, a lot of renovations are going on. The last time I put out a Styrofoam...
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Pet Waste: It's Waste
I've received enough questions about pet waste that I feel I should address it. According to multiple sources, about 4% of residential waste is...
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RETHINK: Razors: The cutting edge
If you read any zero waste blog, one of the items that inevitably comes up is razors. The blogs recommend you get laser hair removal, waxed, or use a...
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Totally Tube-ular: Lotion Tubes and Toothpaste Tubes
Austin Resource Recovery confirmed lotion tubes CAN be recycled, in addition to lotion bottles, in the City of Austin blue recycling carts. Please try...
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