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The reasons why we prevent waste aren't just about saving money or the environment - it also makes us feel good, and a whole lot more!

Are Small Steps to Reduce Waste Worth Doing? A Debate with Mr. Right

20 Nov 2014

Fredrica Rudell

Influence Others, Save Energy, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

Can small steps reduce waste or are policies necessary? A debate between a husband and wife over the role of consumer waste habits.

Bring Back the Clothesline — It’s the Ultimate Solar Machine

03 Dec 2015

Steven Lake

Influence Others, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

Steven Lake's documentary, Drying for Freedom, inspires consumers and their communities to give the clothesline a fresh look as the 'ultimate solar machine'.

How I’m Changing My Wife’s Wasteful Habits

05 Aug 2014

Mike Walker

Influence Others, Save Energy, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

Mike Walker, a consumer behavior consultant, explains how he successfully alters his wife's wasteful habits regarding energy, water and waste.

‘April Showers’ Campus Water Saving Competition

15 Feb 2016

Julia Graham

Influence Others, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

Two Smith College students engaged their campus by creating a water saving competition. Chief among their initiatives was encouraging other students to take shorter showers.

What to Do About To-Go Food Packaging Waste?

17 Sep 2013

Meredith Lanoue

Food Waste, Reduce Packaging, Reduce Reuse Refill, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

I have a confession to make. Last Thursday, this was my lunch: chicken and vegetables, and a side of brown rice, emerging from a case of plastic and paper like Metroyshka dolls. I hate waste. Can’t you tell?

Our Top Ten No-Waste Holiday Tips – 2015 Edition

29 Nov 2015

Kate Good

Recycle or Compost, Regift, Save Energy Water and Other Resources, Share Rather Than Own

Our top ten tips for a no-waste holiday in 2015 from the WeHateToWaste community, to help you celebrate in style while saving time and money, too.

How to Throw a Super Waste-free Super Bowl Party

30 Jan 2013

Lacy S. Kelly

Recycle or Compost, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

If you’re like most Americans, Super Bowl Sunday means lots of snacks, beers, laughs, (or depending on your team, tears). It may also be one of the easiest days of the year to slip back into bad habits of buying over-packaged and single-use items. This need not be the case! I can show you how to have a great Super Bowl party that’s even healthy, too, without the super waste and super mess.

New Packages & Gadgets Help Get the Last Drop

12 May 2014

Jacquie Ottman

Get the Last Drop, Live Efficiently, Reduce Packaging, Reduce Reuse Refill, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

This article has tips and suggestions for new gadgets that get the last drop of soap, shampoo, ketchup and mayo and many other products. Use it Up!

Sustainable Fashion on a Budget

05 Nov 2015

Ruth Penniston

Recycle or Compost, Reduce Reuse Refill, Save Energy Water and Other Resources, Share Rather Than Own

Sustainable fashion isn't just about spending hundreds on ethically-sourced clothing and shoes. Eco-fashion maven Ruth Penniston, provides three great tips for a greener wardrobe on a budget.

Loving Salvaged Wood Down to the Last Curl

05 Feb 2015

Tamara Maren

Get the Last Drop, Save Energy Water and Other Resources

Be inspired by this story of respecting our precious wood resources by using up every bit of them to make picture frames, a chicken coop, tack box and more.