Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. The holidays create a lot of waste, with all the wrapped presents, holiday-centric clothing and strands of lights that don't work ...

Though Christmas is behind us, you may still have some post-holiday cleanup to take care of. Everyone knows how to do dishes, break down boxes and sweep up. One thing that can cause some seasonal ...

The holidays might be a time of wonder and fun, family trips and get-togethers and loads of memories. But there's a down side: They tend to produce a lot of waste, too. Here are some tips for ...

During this jolly, gift-giving season, don’t forget to give back to the planet. When you’re ready to get rid of your Christmas trees and have tons of wrapping paper to toss, it’s important to know the ...

Household garbage increases by 25% between Thanksgiving and New Year’s, according to EPA data. Not all wrapping paper is recyclable; avoid paper with glitter, foil, or lamination. Foam packaging and ...

GREENSBORO, N.C. — There's paper and boxes and bows, and more paper and boxes and bows, I mean, it just multiplies until you're covered in Christmas. What do you do with all that? Grab yourself a ...