New York City

Avoid disposable cups altogether by simply finding a reusable coffee mug that you love. Save time, money and prevent waste by bringing your own cup to work. Read More

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? Read More

Jacquie Ottman shares a positive story about sharing a taxi ride from New York's LaGuardia airport over the busy Christmas travel season. Read More

Trash day in NYC turns into Tuesday 'Discovery' Nights when the waste-haters of the city can search through trash and find themselves new treasures. Read More

Think taking doggie bags (or to-go bags) for restaurant leftovers is wasteful, or not cool? Read this article for two new ideas for reducing to-go packaging waste while you reduce food waste. Read More

Solutions to New York CIty's wasteful energy use can lower the utility bill. Read More

Ways to get rid of excess unwanted stuff without being wasteful. Read More