The Shocking Truth About Global Plastic Recycling Rates The statistics around plastic recycling are absolutely devastating.

Investigative journalist John Stossel investigates why recycling plastic is counterproductive. He speaks with science writer John Tierney about why it would be cheaper and more environmentally ...

Something must be in the water. You’re not the only one to write into Action Line recently to inquire about recycling and all that goes into it. Recycled minds think alike. We just hope the “something ...

This story is part of the WHYY News Climate Desk, bringing you news and solutions for our changing region. From the Poconos to the Jersey Shore to the mouth of the Delaware Bay, what do you want to ...

Waste isn’t new, and neither is humanity’s role in creating it. Since the dawn of industrialization, our ability to pollute has scaled alongside our innovations. In 1862, British inventor and ...

Broken and worn-out solar panels can be recycled, but it's not easy. Suzanne Kreiter/The Boston Globe via Getty Images It’s hard work soaking up sunlight to generate clean electricity. After about 25 ...

CAPE GIRARDEAU, Mo. (KFVS) - November 11 through Nov. 17 is National Recycling Week. Organizers say this is a time to remind people to reduce the amount of trash they produce. The phrase “reduce, ...