Unfortunately, part of the problem is a general lack of understanding of each recycling symbol and what it means. Plastic ...

In recent years, however, companies have come under scrutiny for being too liberal with their use of the iconic “chasing arrows” recycling symbol: It makes plastic bags and other products seem more ...

That symbol is synonymous with recycling, but it's also misleading. According to Natalie Lennick, environmental activist and founder of Green Ablutions, the chasing arrows symbol, also known as ...

Walk into the grocery store and check the back of a container of food. Chances are, you’ll see a small box with instructions on how to dispose of the packaging when you’re finished with it ...

This story was originally published by Grist. Sign up for Grist’s weekly newsletter here. Walk into the grocery store and check the back of a container of food. Chances are, you’ll see a small ...