Waste
Japan is releasing Fukushima's water into the Pacific—Is that safe?
Controversially, the wastewater from the Fukushima Daiichi nuclear power plant that melted down in 2011 is due to be released into the ocean starting Thursday.
Shock as woman shares her dumpster diving finds from Macy's
"I don't get why they don't just give these things away to people who need it," said one user on TikTok.
Top 5 plastic waste items found on beaches—the worst is not what you think
Over 14 million tons of plastic waste ends up in our oceans every year, but which items are the worst?
Mystery as man stumbles upon casket on the curb in California
The unusual discovery was found dumped on a patch of grass with a note that said: "bulky item pickup."
Small city defeats McDonald's over plastic packaging
The tax was introduced to reduce single-use plastics and takeout trash in a small German city in 2022, and the fast-food giant tried in vain to reverse it.
Looking for Waste, Fraud, and Abuse? Start Here
When it comes to a budget showdown in Washington, facts rarely get in the way of a good sound bite, and the reality of what drives our debt and deficits matters far less than the political reality of the parties involved in the debate.
Fury as woman embarrasses university student at lunch for "wasting food"
"OP just called out this girl's [eating disorder] in public," one Reddit user said.
Thin orca covered in shark bites found dead with stomach full of plastic
Footage from the day before her death shows the 16-foot whale approaching divers, which could have been a call for help.
"I stopped throwing things away for a year, we made a surprising discovery"
Eve Schaub and her family spent a year not throwing away their garbage. Here's how they did it.
Waste and Abuse in the Paycheck Protection Program
It is doubtful that the Paycheck Protection Program did much good in preserving jobs and incomes that otherwise would have been lost.
Huge new pyramid has appeared in Egypt
The structure made of waste plastic is in the Egyptian desert and is 32 feet high - nearly a tenth of the size of the Great Pyramid of Giza.
Scientists Invent Nano Sponges That Scrub Pollutants From Waste Water
According to researchers, the new material is efficient in filtering organic pollutants, such as dyes.
Mom Dragged for Wanting to Throw Entire Grocery Shop Out Over 'Gross' Fly
"I'm aghast at the food you're willing to waste. Awful." one user said.
Why is Sprite Changing Iconic Green Bottles?
Coca-Cola announced on Wednesday that the iconic green bottles would transition to clear plastic from August 1.
The World's Most Eco-Friendly Countries (and What They're Doing Right)
Which countries are leading the way when it comes to the challenges of tackling climate change, living sustainably and protecting the environment?
COVID-19 'Bailouts' Offered New Examples of Government Waste
These ridiculous COVID spending examples should be a basic reminder for lawmakers: respect America's taxpayers and apply some critical thinking to your spending choices.
Coastline Clogged with Plastic from One of World's Most Polluted Rivers
Shocking footage from company shows a Guatemalan beach completely engulfed in plastic waste.
Video of Target Dumpster Filled With 'Brand New' Bikes Sparks Fury
"When Target can't be bothered to donate," said the viral video's caption. Comments blasted the company for "maddening," "shameful" and "disgusting" waste.
Starbucks to Reduce Single-Use Cups Within 3 Years
Starbucks announced its plan to reduce disposable cups in its stores by 2025 in a release on the company's website on Tuesday.
Crocodile With Motorbike Tyre Stuck Around Its Neck Freed After 6 Years
Animal welfare groups and professionals have been trying to free the crocodile for years, but in the end, it was a local resident that succeeded.
COVID, Holidays, Food Deliveries Contribute to Trash Pileup, Pickup Delays
Several cities have reported anywhere from 20 to 35 percent of their sanitation workers missing work because of COVID in recent weeks as Omicron has spiked.
Europeans Push Companies to Allow Personal Electronics Repairs to Cut Waste
"We can't afford to live like we used to live, so we have to make a movement about not throwing things out when they're still working," one activist said.
Family Accidentally Throws Away $25,000 in the Garbage
Dan Schoewe, the operations manager at the Republic Services recycling center, said the money was the "biggest" find he had seen "in 30 years."
Scientists Combat Pollution by Turning Plastic Waste Into Vanilla Flavoring
"The results from our research have major implications for the field of plastic sustainability and demonstrate the power of synthetic biology to address real-world challenges," said the study's first author Joanna Sadler.
'Sea Snot' Slime Endangering Marine Life Blamed on Household Waste
Experts warn that the situation will also continue to get worse as a result of climate change.
Penguin Found Dead With Whole Face Mask in Its Stomach
Discarded face masks are frequently being found lying on beaches in Brazil, local marine conservationists have said.
'Tomb' of Nuclear Waste Could Crack Open Due to Climate Change
An investigation by The Los Angeles Times and Columbia University's Graduate School of Journalism found the dome is barely holding it together as it is. Rising sea levels could tip it over the edge.
Government Agencies Join With Trade Groups To Halve Food Waste by 2030
Up to 40 percent of edible food in America currently goes into the trash, according to the Natural Resources Defense Council, often because consumers store food incorrectly or misunderstand what the "best before" dates on food labels really mean.
Trapped Body Causes 14.5M Gallons of Mexican Sewage Water to Flow Into U.S.
A trapped dead body clogged up pumps in the Tijuana River and caused nearly 14.5 million gallons of wastewater to flow into the United States from Mexico over the weekend.
The U.S. Wastes 25 Percent of Its Healthcare Spending
The study, published in JAMA, is based on government reports, articles and peer-reviewed publications related to costs and savings estimates in six categories of waste, released between 2012 and 2019.