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Where Can I Refill a Water Bottle?
I test out and review four different apps that claim to help you find places to refill your water bottle in the United States.
A Guide to Recycling Packing Materials
Shipping bags, boxes, envelopes, packing peanuts, bubble wrap and more. A guide to recycling packing materials.
Can I Recycle Bubble Mailers and Padded Envelopes?
Bubble mailers, padded envelopes and plastic sleeves from shippers like Amazon can often be recycled, but usually not in your curbside bin.
Announcing the Green and Grumpy Facebook Group!
Join the new Green and Grumpy Facebook group (online community) to engage and chat with other sustainability-minded folks.
Best Natural Weed Killer: Salt, Vinegar or Hot Water? I Tested It.
There are several methods to kill weeds naturally without toxins. I test a few to find out what is the best natural weed killer.
Why is Plastic Recycling So Confusing?
Plastic recycling is something many people have questions about. We explain why recycling plastic is so darn confusing.
How to Recycle Plastic Plant Pots
What to do with plastic plant pots? You shouldn’t throw them in your recycling bin, but there are some options to recycle plastic plant pots.
How to Recycle Coffee Pods (Recycling Keurig coffee pods or capsules)
Can you recycle coffee pods, tea capsules and K-Cups? Yes, but it’s not as simple as throwing them in your recycling bin.
What is My Garden Zone? (Planting Zone, Hardiness Zone)
Check this color-coded garden zone map (aka hardiness zones or planting zones) to determine your zone and what it means for your garden.