When it comes to recycling, we all make mistakes. Sometimes, we throw something in the wrong bin—or we aren’t sure what bin it belongs in and make an educated guess. And if you’ve ever wondered ...

Consumers in Northern California can recycle rigid plastic candy containers at Olyns reverse vending machines in the San Francisco Bay Area. The Sweet Rewards Challenge began Oct. 25 at select retail ...

While it’s generally OK to store food in plastic containers labeled with a 1, 2, 4, or 5, you should try to use glass. Plastic marked with a 3, 6, and 7 should be used minimally around food to limit ...