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Have empty glass bottles at home? Try these 6 easy DIY ideas to reuse them for beautiful home decor and everyday useEmpty glass bottles can transform into stylish and functional decor for your home. They make for charming vases and innovative planters, pr...
In the year to September 2023, one Australian city used 6,790 litres of waste engine oil to build roads; it became a coating for stone used in road sealsIn the year leading up to September 2023, the City of Greater Geelong transformed thousands of litres of used motor oil into durable public...
In 2024, Arizona engineers used 100% recycled glass to widen 23 miles of Interstate 17 at 19 sites, protecting concrete culverts built for a narrower highwayInstead of adding heavy soil and stone above aging concrete drainage structures, engineers used ultra-lightweight foam glass made from recy...
Nearly 300 tonnes of unwanted glass were headed for the landfill. Idaho used them to build a highway instead and solved a local landfill crisisEngineers have ingeniously repurposed discarded glass as a foundation material for highways, utilizing around 300 tonnes of crushed glass c...
In 2023, Australia's Sydney put 120,000 glass jars and 200 tonnes of old asphalt on Clarence Street. 1 year later, its program recycled 670,000 glass jars into asphalt across the citySydney is using recycled materials in road renewal, giving glass jars and reclaimed asphalt a new purpose instead of sending them to landfi...
What to do with empty shampoo bottles? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to reuse them at home and turn them into useful itemsEmpty shampoo bottles can be transformed into practical household items. By cutting them, you can create innovative phone charging holders....
In 2019, Australia's Central Coast Council used 631,000 plastic bags, 117,000 bottles and 14,400 printer cartridges on a 600-metre road. 7 years later, the project remains a striking waste-to-road example across the regionCentral Coast Council is now using recycled soft plastic and glass in road surfacing. This innovative product, Reconophalt, diverts thousan...
New York is building a $21.2 million bridge with recycled glass, 106 tons of waste will become part of the concreteA bridge project in New York is pioneering the use of recycled glass in its concrete mix. This groundbreaking technique not only keeps wast...
In 2024, Michigan Tech mixed 6% treated waste glass into asphalt; dynamic stability rose 42.3%, and anti-skid performance improved 38.6% over standard mixesResearchers at Michigan Technological University have discovered an innovative way to utilize waste glass in paving roads. Their findings r...
In 2025, Washington State researchers recycled wind-turbine blade waste into plastic; up to 70% of recovered GFRP was reused, while 83.5% of the resin matrix was degradedInnovative researchers have unveiled a groundbreaking chemical technique to recycle decommissioned wind turbine blades. This process effect...
Don’t throw away old jeans: Try these 5 easy DIY reuse ideas to turn worn-out denim into bags, organisers, planters and home decorTransforming old jeans into functional home items is a rewarding and creative endeavor. Worn-out pockets can be converted into charming org...
In 2017, UC Riverside turned waste glass bottles into lithium-battery anode material; one bottle could supply 3-5 pouch cells, while coin cells kept 1,420 mAh/g after 400 cyclesEngineers have ingeniously repurposed discarded glass bottles, converting them into battery anode material. This innovative method turns wa...
What to do with old bedsheets? Try these 4 easy DIY reuse ideas to protect floors, keep cars cooler and pack fragile itemsOld bedsheets can be a treasure trove of practical household solutions beyond just bedding. These versatile fabrics work wonders, like shie...
Mix 1/4 cup vinegar and 1 tablespoon cornstarch into 1 quart of warm water; Arkansas Extension says the homemade glass cleaner can help prevent streaksA DIY cleaner for your windows can be crafted using vinegar and cornstarch, ensuring a clear, gleaming finish. This budget-friendly solutio...
In 1997, Abilene collected 240 tons of waste glass for Antilley Road; Dyess Air Force Base crushed the glass at $9 a ton for two 750-foot test sectionsIn Abilene, Texas, an innovative project has integrated crushed glass from recycled bottles and jars into road construction. By blending gl...
In a 2015 Deakin University study, crushed waste glass replaced 30% of concrete sand; after 28 days, the recycled mix was 6% stronger than conventional concreteAustralian researchers found that crushed glass strengthens concrete mixtures effectively. Replacing sand with up to thirty percent recycle...
In 2020, a Brazilian mother and daughter started collecting discarded bottles; years later, 8,000 glass bottles became the walls of their seven-bedroom home that glows at sunriseA Brazilian mother and daughter collected over 8,000 discarded bottles from beaches in 2020. These bottles were then incorporated into the ...
What to do with empty candle jars? Try these 4 creative DIY ideas to turn them into useful home essentialsEmpty candle jars present a fantastic opportunity for creative home organization. Their durable structure makes them ideal as delightful mi...
How to reuse empty cream or oil bottles: Easy DIY crafts & hacks to turn waste into useful home itemsEmpty beauty and oil containers can be surprisingly useful around the home. With a thorough clean, many of them can be repurposed in simple...
What to do with empty perfume bottles? Try these 3 creative DIY reuse ideas for a fresh-smelling and stylish homeTransform empty perfume bottles into unique home accessories with a little creativity. Start with a thorough clean to ensure they're ready ...