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DIY Papale
Hats are great for bad hair days, but not for the environment. Traditional methods often involve harmful processes and materials, from the use of virgin synthetic materials like polyester and nylon to the toxic waste generated in dyeing and finishing processes.
Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Wrapping Paper
Did you know the majority of wrapping paper cannot be recycled? Most of the wrapping paper sold in stores today contains non-paper additives including gold or silver coloring, glitter and plastics.
DIY Flowers for Valentine’s Day
Trying to find the perfect gift for your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got the perfect solution: a homemade and long-lasting bouquet made from recycled materials.
Clothes and the Environment
People in the U.S. throw out more than 34 billion pounds of clothes every year, making textiles one of the largest contributors to our landfills.
National Beach Day: Investing in the Future of Our Coastlines
National Beach Day (August 30) is a celebration that reminds us of the beauty and importance of our coastlines.
DIY Cookie Cutters
Are you planning some holiday baking? If cookie making is on your holiday season checklist, try creating your own cookie cutters with recycled soda cans instead of buying new ones made of plastic.
Every Day Is Earth Day!
Join us in celebrating the beauty of our planet this Earth Day, while learning new ways to go green all 365 days of the year!
Celebrate Global Recycling Day Every Day
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
Where Do Our Recyclables Go?
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
Teaching Our Keiki Sustainability
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
Hawai’i’s Plastic Policies
Plastic pollution is one of the most pressing environmental challenges of our time!
Updated Trash Free Hawaiʻi Website
The Trash Free Hawaiʻi website has a new look!
DIY Flowers for Valentine’s Day
Trying to find the perfect gift for your loved ones this Valentine’s Day? We’ve got the perfect solution: a homemade and long-lasting bouquet made from recycled materials.
DIY Cookie Cutters
Are you planning some holiday baking? If cookie making is on your holiday season checklist, try creating your own cookie cutters with recycled soda cans instead of buying new ones made of plastic.
Eco-Friendly Thanksgiving
As we approach Thanksgiving, it is important to remember that the holiday season, while joyful, often results in a significant increase in household waste.
Eco-Friendly Lei
May is the month of lei! Here in Hawaiʻi, making and giving lei is common practice.
Eco-Friendly Easter Tips
Easter is the perfect egg-scuse to gather with your family and friends for festive fun!
Eco-Friendly Easter Tips
Easter is the perfect egg-scuse to gather with your family and friends for festive fun!
DIY Vinegar Cleaners
Some cleaning products can be harsh on our homes, bodies and, our environment.