Los Angeles couple Curt and Jessica turned an abandoned dresser left in their garage into a succulent garden: Its drawers became planters for a long-term yard featureAn abandoned dresser unearthed in a garage experiences a stunning makeover as it transforms into a lively succulent garden. This inventive ...
23 Sep, 2026, 01.10 PM IST
In 2026, researchers modelled recycling centres for Australia’s future wind blade waste. Years later, circular solutions are being explored across the global wind industryIn 2026, researchers modelled recycling centres for Australia’s future wind blade waste. Years later, circular solutions are being explored...
20 Sep, 2026, 09.22 PM IST
In 2023, an Australian city put 76,000 recycled bottles into its roads; 25 tonnes of crushed glass replaced virgin sand in a major resurfacing trialRecycled glass roads Australia: Latrobe City Council in Traralgon, Victoria, trialed recycled glass in road resurfacing. Over 76,000 bottle...
19 Sep, 2026, 08.18 PM IST
Alabama dumped 16,000,000 used oyster shells from restaurants into the sea. What happened next surprised researchers in development of new coastal lines, marine life, and cleaner waterOyster shells are being repurposed along the Gulf Coast to restore essential marine ecosystems. By forming a strong foundation for new oyst...
18 Sep, 2026, 04.53 PM IST
In 2019, New York restaurants turned discarded oyster shells into a unusual plan to rebuild the city’s historic reefsIn 2019, New York restaurants were taking part in an unusual environmental effort: recycling discarded oyster shells for use in rebuilding ...
17 Sep, 2026, 10.32 PM IST
In 2012, Bellingham used porcelain from 400 recycled toilets to build a roadway, diverting about 5 tons of waste from landfill. It earned the world's first official "Greenroads" certificationCities across the US are embracing creative solutions for eco-friendly infrastructure. In Bellingham, Washington, a unique project utilized...
17 Sep, 2026, 07.58 PM IST
US pilot turns 60 tons of old boats into cement fuel as 200,000 fiberglass hulls face retirement every yearThousands of old fiberglass boats are difficult and expensive to recycle, leaving many destined for landfills or abandonment. A Rhode Islan...
16 Sep, 2026, 06.10 PM IST
In 2020, Australia built more than 90% of a road project from recycled waste; five million bottles went into a job that cost no more than a standard buildIn 2020, Australia built more than 90% of a road project from recycled waste; five million bottles were used in a Central Coast Council pro...
15 Sep, 2026, 01.32 AM IST
Since 2014, NASA has recycled over 75,000 tons of clean steel and asphalt from Santa Susana demolition. The cleanup has restored more than 22 acres to natural habitatThe Santa Susana Field Laboratory presents a multifaceted narrative of space exploration and nuclear events. Years of intensive rocket engi...
14 Sep, 2026, 03.00 PM IST
South Bend recovered 15,000 tons of concrete and bricks plus metal and wood from the former Studebaker Plant 8; the materials were reused on site or sold, instead of being buriedThe deconstruction of an aged Studebaker factory in South Bend was performed meticulously to reclaim materials for future use. Through this...
11 Sep, 2026, 10.46 PM IST
Meet Jack Johnson, the Hawaii-born musician who turned his success into environmental action, co-founding a foundation that supports school gardens, recycling, sustainable food systems and environmental education across HawaiiJack Johnson is known around the world for his music, but his connection to Hawaii has always run deeper than his songs. He and his wife, K...
11 Sep, 2026, 08.23 PM IST
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...
10 Sep, 2026, 10.35 PM IST
In 2021, Australia's RMIT helped Coles put 900,000 pieces of soft plastic into concrete. 1 year later, another Coles development was set to reuse 6.5 million pieces through PolyrokRMIT University developed Polyrok, a plastic aggregate from recycled soft plastics. This innovative material was first used commercially at...
10 Sep, 2026, 12.23 AM IST
In 2021, Missouri added just 1% waste plastic to a two-mile road, that tiny share consumed 10 tons, equal to 750,000 soda bottlesIn 2021, Missouri transportation officials discussed a road project that tested recycled plastic in asphalt pavement. Engineers from the Un...
09 Sep, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
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...
08 Sep, 2026, 10.40 PM IST
In 2011, ICE Chicago relied on 1 recycling bin for 200 workers; a hybrid system of 4 centers and desk boxes raised recycling to 38% and participation to 85%The U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement Chicago Field Office enhanced its recycling program. They established four recycling centers a...
03 Sep, 2026, 12.50 AM IST
In 2011, Naval Station Great Lakes added composting and recycling bins. 3 years later, the Navy had diverted 300 tons of food and yard waste and recycled 114% more wasteNaval Station Great Lakes enhanced waste management after joining the Federal Green Challenge. The station increased recycling by 114 perce...
02 Sep, 2026, 06.16 PM IST