Author Archives: Phil Binax

Recycling is a beautiful thing. It saves the planet, energy and money. Nearly everything we use is recyclable, if you know how to do it. That’s where this ongoing guide to recycling comes in. Of course our favorite kind of recycling is donating a car to charity (like Volunteers of America for instance). When you donate a used car or truck at CarsHelpingPeople.org you save the planet, energy and moneyplus you save big on your taxes with a charity tax deduction. You also help provide programs in your area that help the homeless, veterans, children and seniors. Go to CarsHelpingPeople.org to find out how Volunteers of America is helping people in your community. Now on to part 3 of our ongoing alphabetical series on recycling almost everything: Continue reading →

The amount of trash we throw away is staggering. The average American throws away 1500 pounds of trash every year. Look around you – nearly everything you see and own can be given a second life through recycling. For some items it means breaking them down into the plastic, glass or metal they are made of. For others it can mean giving them to others to enjoy. This guide is part 1 of a series that will help you cut down on waste in landfills and bring new useful life to countless household items. Continue reading →