Fort Negrita Blog — Zero Waste
How to Recycle Electronics in DC
Do you have a bunch of antiquated electronics hanging around your crib? Like the off-brand Palm Pilot that you never took out the packaging or chargers from those Blackberry's you lost ways back?
Yes, we all have a stash of unused gadgets (and the cords to match!) somewhere in our homes.
Luckily, there are plenty of recycling options in DC/ Greater Metropolitan area that take your old technology.
I...
How to Recycle Clothes in DC (Textiles)
I started my blog thanks to old panties and a mattress, no really take a look! So on this beautiful Earth Day I'm happy to to tell you how to recycle clothes and textiles in DC./ Greater Washington Area.
Textiles are items made of material including clothes, towels, undergarments, rags and anything else made of cloth. Usually it's not worth taking to a Goodwill Think about it, would you buy used...
Time To Purge (and Learn How To Get Rid of a Bunch of Crap!)
I'm leaving in 15 days to go to Ecuador. YIKES!! I've been throwing away (ahem) disposing responsibly, of much of my items.
Along the way I will be giving information on how to properly dispose of items to decrease the amount of crap that enters a landfill.
I also moved back with my
parentals for the month before I leave and decided to get rid of a bunch of stuff from high school. Yea, that library...
Why is it Important to Recycle Old Clothes
I came across this infographic by USAgain and HAD TO SHARE! Two things I'm a fan of infographics, I mean what better way to decode boring facts that with cool vortex images and matching color schemes? Two it's focused on an otherwise underrepresented recycling industry... textiles.
Textiles are old clothes, underwear, rags anything made of fabric that isn't worth a trip to the Goodwill. Here's apos...
Textiles are old clothes, underwear, rags anything made of fabric that isn't worth a trip to the Goodwill. Here's apos...