Noel Projects

We’ve all heard the slogan: “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle.” Sometimes, however, it’s easier to throw an old newspaper or empty cans in the trash instead of a recycling bin. But remember, just because you live in an apartment doesn’t mean you can’t recycle and be less wasteful. Take a look at these 10 tips and see how you can live greener in your apartment. All apartment buildings should have onsite recycling containers (and some even have dedicated recycling rooms on each floor, for maximum tenant convenience). If you're not sure where the recycling bins in your building are located, check with your building staff. Avoid disposables. Switch to reusables, like cloth napkins, at home. That cuts down on the amount of garbage created. Avoid over-packaged products. Packaging accounts for one-third of all our garbage. Not all of it is necessary. Choose products which are not excessively wrapped. Set Up a Recycling System: Now that you know where all this stuff is going, it’s time t...