To combat the industry's waste problem, some studios are trading throwaway materials for ones they say can biodegrade or be recycled.

"That experience really inspired us to come back and make a difference." Designers unveil groundbreaking new furniture ...

Researchers have developed a groundbreaking method to upcycle discarded plastics into new materials with enhanced properties. This innovation not only offers a potential solution to the global plastic ...

Backyard spaces are where some of life’s best moments unfold—from morning coffee rituals to dinner parties that stretch into ...

Soft plastic packaging such as lolly bags ... They are then transformed by manufacturers such as Replas into a range of recycled products including outdoor furniture for community groups. They’ve also ...

Did you know that fleece clothing is made out of recycled polyethylene terephthalate — or PET? That’s the fancy word for the material most plastic bottles are made out of, and it’s just one of many ...

Gone are the days of wishing you could take your hi-fi setup and plonk it outdoors. The arrival of portable Bluetooth speakers has meant that listeners are no longer tethered to the indoors for their ...

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PASADENA, Calif.—Cal Poly students are gearing up to see their work of art come to life on new years day at Pasadena’s Rose Parade. The float is a joint effort between Cal Poly San Luis Obispo ...

From popular brands like Burger King, McDonald's, Starbucks, and Whole Foods to everyday kitchen staples such as rice and salt, a new study highlights the alarming extent of plastic contamination ...

A mini-dress made from matted wads of discarded fabric scraps. A corset of disposable straws, with plastic forks dangling from the waist. Skirts of knotted plastic fishing line with a bodice made ...