Garbology

Stuff, stuff and more stuff!
What becomes of all our "stuff" when we throw it away?
What kinds of problems are we creating for ourselves,
our world and future generations?
How can we solve them?

These are some of the questions we will address as we look into various issues related to waste management.

 

Recycling   Landfills   Hazardous Waste    Source Reduction

Type of Info Web Site What's There
Recycle City A great visual interactive introduction
Amazing Recycling Facts Start here. Then check out your own topic
Another View on Recycling Always take a look at both sides of an issue
The Annenberg Garbage Exhibit * Excellent site for everybody
Consumer Recycling Guide  Commonly recycled materials
Consumer Recycling Guide Materials that are difficult to recycle
10 Steps You Can Take Same as above
Reduce Waste: 
If not you, Who?
All kinds of ways you can help
The Ecomall  Environmentally friendly alternatives

How does your state rate?

Interactive map - shows all kinds of pollution by state or area
    Rutgers Coop Extension School surveys and lots more info
Bergen County Hazardous Waste Haz. waste collection:  schedules, locations and what's included 
Paper University All about paper: how it's made, recycling, trees
Plastics Recycling Focus is on plastic
Recycling & Beyond (for kids) Geared for younger children
Quest of the Ring Leaders A webquest / game

Practical products from recycled trash.

Trash Matcher Crafts Crafts from Recycled Products KinderArt - check out coasters
Recycle It! - Make Stuff Kids Domain Crafts - check out the stained glass  Recycled products - see what some artists have done

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