The National Wildlife Federation, in partnership with the Campus Race to Zero Waste Program, is excited to award Bard College in New York and California State Polytechnic University, Humboldt, the Plastics … Read more
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Quiz: What is Your Plastic Eco-Score?
The impact of plastic pollution on humans and wildlife has been well documented – but what can be done? Tell us about your lifestyle and we’ll give you an eco-score … Read more
6 Easy Ways to Watch Your Waste at Home
Shocking news was shared about the health of the world’s wildlife populations in a 2019 report released by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES)1 — 1 … Read more
The Future of Campus Life: Learn How Campuses are reducing plastics and other waste
In the recent report by the Intergovernmental Science-Policy Platform on Biodiversity and Ecosystem Services (IPBES) released in May, shocking news was shared about the health of the world’s wildlife populations … Read more
RecycleMania Takes on the Plastic Problem
From major companies dropping plastic straws from their stores to municipalities instituting plastic bag fees or bans, the conversation about single-use plastics has evolved quickly. Beneficiaries of efforts to decrease … Read more
Pledge to Recycle and Keep Wildlife Safe
America Recycles Day (November 15), is an opportunity to raise awareness of waste, educate on the right ways to recycle, inspire friends and family to follow our example and ensure the safety … Read more
Declare Your Independence From Plastic
Last week my colleague Sara wrote a blog post introducing us to the idea of “Plastic Free July.” It inspired me to accept the challenge and declare my independence from … Read more
Great Lakes Fish Say “Go Plastic Free” in July: 6 Tips
In the final days of June, the heat is on. During these dog-days of summer, many folks will take the opportunity to cool off in a nearby swimmin’ hole. Americans … Read more