Giant skeletons are climbing rooftops, foam gravestones are popping up on lawns, and Halloween is everywhere. But all that spooky fun comes with a scary amount of waste! Halloween is one of the most wasteful holidays of the year, with...
Read MorePackaging waste from the grocery store can feel inescapable, but it doesn’t have to. To reduce waste and reuse as much as possible, grocery store Nude Foods, with locations in Boulder and Denver, has come up with an innovative and...
Read MoreWe put Jack Johnson concertgoers’ recycling knowledge to the test—and one very familiar party staple had everyone stumped. Can you guess what it was? This month, Eco-Cycle was invited to do what we do best at the Jack Johnson concert...
Read MorePlastic pollution can feel like an overwhelming problem—but there are meaningful ways to make a difference, from the choices we make every day to the policies and systems we help change. Discover six ways to reduce waste, protect human and...
Read MoreEvery banana peel, coffee ground, or pile of grass clippings you toss in the trash is a missed opportunity—not just to reduce waste, but to fight climate change. Composting is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways we can all...
Read MoreSpring cleaning doesn’t have to mean waste, toxic cleaners, or sending usable items to the landfill. From reuse and repair to nontoxic cleaning and composting, these tips will help you refresh your home the Zero Waste way. April showers (or...
Read MoreEco-Cycle and the City of Boulder have launched a brand-new online Reuse Hub, making it easier than ever to find local reuse, refill, and repair businesses across the Northern Front Range. Explore the interactive map and discover how simple—and impactful—choosing...
Read MoreRecycling can look completely different depending on where you live—but in some places, that is starting to change. States like Colorado are launching a precedent-setting policy that shows what universal, equitable recycling access can look like. Across states and thousands...
Read MoreFrom mattresses to glassware, discover five surprising items you can recycle at the Eco-Cycle/City of Boulder Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM). Ever had an item that you knew couldn't be recycled in your curbside bin, but still wondered, Can this...
Read MoreLooking to reduce plastic use this Valentine’s Day? Learn why plastic pollution, single-use packaging, and misleading recycling labels are red flags—and how to make more sustainable swaps. Valentine’s Day is all about love—but it’s also a great time to rethink...
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