Trash Talk

A blog about the waste we make and how to reduce it in our environment


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The Three Rs of Sustainability

In this Trash Talk Tuesday, let’s talk about The Three Rs of Sustainability: Reduce (or Refuse), Reuse, and Recycle. Practicing them together can not only benefit the planet but help you reduce waste and costs in your own home!

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Pet Waste

Welcome to another Trash Talk Tuesday! Many of our furry friends are a part of our family. I wanted to discuss a few less wasteful ways to care for and play with them.

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Composting

Welcome to another Trash Talk Tuesday! This week I wanted to talk about composting and its benefits. Composting reduces methane that is released in landfills and enriches your soil.

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Water Waste

Welcome to another Trash Talk Tuesday! I wanted to discuss different types of water waste and what we can do if anything to recycle it. Water is necessary for life, but isn’t always endlessly accessible depending on where you're located. It isn’t just vital for humans, but having clean water is a necessity for that local ecosystem. Therefore, it is important to know how to preserve water and what kinds of wastewater we create.

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Recycling Guide

Welcome to our first Trash Talk Tuesday! Reducing waste can seem overwhelming at times, like you can never do enough. But, it only takes 1 small change to make a big difference.

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