Watkyn says that it’s fairly easy to tell if wrapping paper is recyclable. "Try the festive scrunch test: scrunch the paper ...

American household garbage increases by 25% over the holidays, but it doesn't have to tax the area's stressed trash disposal ...

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, almost 94 tons of municipal solid waste were recycled and composed in 2018 – about 32%. But there's also the looming issue of contamination, rendering ...

Opening presents together with loved ones is often a joyous part of the holiday season, but it can also create a lot of extra waste. With piles of shiny Christmas paper, bows, boxes, and gift bags, ...

Boxes, shipping materials, and wrapping paper end up piling up when the holiday season ends. So, what should you do with it ...

The day after Christmas is usually the busiest day of the year for recycling facilities, as people rush to get rid of trash ...

With the holidays coming to an end, waste management officials in Chittenden County are reminding residents to be mindful of ...