In preparation for and during the holidays, each family generates approximately 25% more waste each year, which is about one million extra tonnes of trash[1]. To take a greener step towards reducing our TerraCycle family’s holiday waste, we decided to decorate our Toronto office by only using reused, recycled and upcycled décor. The first step […]
Simple ways to cut back your holiday food waste
Maybe you’ve already planned what you’re having for dinner, or maybe you are figuring it out during the coming week. No matter what, we have some tips for you to cut your food waste and make sure that none of the delicious food you’ve spent hours making will go uneaten!
Christmas Tree, O Christmas Tree…
With just one more Sunday until Christmas (Yay!) it’s time to go hunting for that big, green, and full Christmas tree you want to put up in your house! Here’s what you can do to make sure even your Christmas tree is as environmentally friendly as possible.
How to help your workplace go green: part 2
Whether you’re doing it for the environment, to save money, or to attract talent, being a sustainable workplace is never a bad idea! In this two-part series, we will guide you on how to bring the zero waste lifestyle into your office. In this second part, we will focus on eco-friendly transportation and office supplies. […]
How to help your workplace go green: part 1
Whether you’re doing it for the environment, to save money, or to attract talent, being a sustainable workplace is never a bad idea! In this two-part series, we will guide you on how to bring a zero waste mindset into your office. In this first part, we will focus on how to encourage employees and […]
Give the gift of zero waste! How to make your holiday gift giving environmentally sustainable
With the holiday season fast approaching, it’s time to find the perfect gifts for those special people in your life. Here are some gift ideas to show you care about your friends and family, as well as the planet we all share.
Sustainable holiday decorations: Tips to make your home look eco-beautiful for Christmas
It is Sunday and time for our first Christmas treat. Make your home the most eco-friendly house on the block without losing the holiday spirit
TerraCycle’s Zero Waste Christmas Advent Calendar
Through the next four Sundays leading up to Christmas we will guide you through how to decorate your home, buy gifts, and eat well without all the waste! Stay tuned for our four part Christmas series and we’ll help you enjoy Christmas and take care of the environment at the same time.
A six-step guide to becoming a top collector: Part 2
We want to make it easier for our hard working collectors to recycle more through our programmes. This second part of the guide is all about engaging your community and getting them involved.
A six-step guide to becoming a top collector: Part 1
Are you struggling to increase your collections or wondering if becoming a public drop-off location is for you? Don’t worry, we’re here to help. Follow these steps and you’ll be running a top collection in no time!