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Eco-Friendly Back-to-School Tips
It’s that time of year again! As families prepare keiki for their back-to-school journey, many of us find ourselves navigating the bustling aisles of supply stores and stocking up on essentials.
Eco-Friendly Easter Tips
Easter is the perfect egg-scuse to gather with your family and friends for festive fun! Like many other holidays, Easter generates tons of waste—from plastic eggs and buckets to candy wrappers and decorative grass.
Planet vs. Plastics
It’s Earth Month and this year’s theme is Planet vs. Plastics! This theme is all about bringing awareness to plastic’s significant, long-lasting impact on our world.
DIY Vinegar Cleaners
Some cleaning products can be harsh on our homes, bodies and, our environment. They can release dangerous chemicals contribute to health problems, including chronic respiratory issues, allergic reactions, and headaches.
6 Tips for an Eco-Friendly Halloween
Halloween is an exciting holiday for people of all ages, filled with costumes, pumpkins, candy, and frights. Ghosts, goblins, witches and warlocks can be spooky, but here are some statistics that are even scarier:
Quilting with Recycled Fabrics
Do you have old fabrics and t-shirts laying around? Don’t throw them out! Use them to create a simple quilt filled with memories.
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!
Minimizing Trash During Your Summer Travels
Summer is the season for beach days, park visits, hikes, and getaways – but all that activity can generate a surprising amount of waste.
Understanding Different Types of Waste
Waste comes in many forms, and how we manage each type impacts the health of our environment, on land and in the water. Everything we throw away ends up somewhere.
Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Wrapping Paper
To lessen the environmental impacts of our holiday celebrations and to make Hawaii Trash Free, consider the following eco-friendly and recyclable alternatives to traditional wrapping paper.
Eco-Friendly Lei
Lei can be made from a variety of materials, including recycled ones!
Trash or Treasure? Upcycling Furniture for a More Sustainable Home
Every household has that one piece of furniture that stands out amongst the rest. Whether a vintage find or a random piece that came with
Low Waste Gift Giving: Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Store-Bought Presents
Sometimes, the most meaningful gifts aren’t found on store shelves. This holiday season, discover five eco-friendly gift ideas that will help you celebrate sustainably while bringing joy to your loved ones.
Bringing New Life to Old Crayons
You can give crayons a second life with a simple, fun craft project that’s perfect for keiki and adults alike! This creative activity not only helps keep waste out of our landfills but also teaches the value of reusing materials in a colorful, hands-on way.
DIY Candles from Leftover Wax
Looking to brighten your space up this summer? Give those old candles around your home a second life by turning them into fun, fresh creations!
Eco-Friendly Alternatives to Wrapping Paper
To lessen the environmental impacts of our holiday celebrations and to make Hawaii Trash Free, consider the following eco-friendly and recyclable alternatives to traditional wrapping paper.
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 T-Shirt Rug
Looking to get rid of old t-shirts? Rather than tossing them out, try turning them into something fun and functional!
Eco-Friendly Lei
Lei can be made from a variety of materials, including recycled ones!
Drop Off Done Right
Heading to a convenience center or a transfer station? A little preparation can make your trip smoother, safer, and more efficient for everyone.
Securing Your Load to Protect Our Waters
Every day, debris falls from vehicles onto our roadways. Here in Hawaiʻi, everything that lands on our roads can quickly get swept into storm drains, and streams, eventually making its way into the ocean.
Traveling with Trash
Our parks and beaches are special places where families unite, keiki play, and communities connect with nature. We bring meals, snacks, and toys – everything needed for a fun day outdoors.
How To: Make Your Own Reusable Bags
Have you found extra fabric laying around after trying DIY face masks? With beach season upon us, a great way to save the environment and your budget is to bring your own snacks in a reusable container. Enjoy making these DIY reusable bags to carry light snacks with you wherever you go.
Traveling with Trash: Trick-or-Treat Edition
Spooky season is here, along with all the fun fall traditions like haunted houses, carving pumpkins, costume contests, and trick-or-treating. While we are busy enjoying
Not All Trash is Created Equal
When it comes to protecting Hawaiʻi’s waterways and marine life, understanding what we throw away – and how it affects the environment – is an important first step.