Monthly Archives: May 2009

Recycling is the Catchiest ‘R’ Word

Posted on May 12, 2009 by Plasticless

I just took a quick look at the partnership between the Sierra Club and Staples that encourages people to recycle their old cell phones and PDAs. The third partner in this program is Collective Good and they actually focus on … Continue reading →

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Tonka Toys

Posted on May 11, 2009 by Plasticless

I grew up with Tonka toys. They were mostly hand-me-downs from older cousins. Back when I was a kid they were steel with some plastic parts. They were durable. I wouldn’t call them indestructible. My dad drove a real dump … Continue reading →

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Save Us From Movie Merchandise

Posted on May 7, 2009 by Plasticless

1975 to 1982 was the golden age of movie merchandise according to the NYT. The articles that I found on the subject mostly talk in dollars. I have to wonder what the numbers mean in terms of tons of plastic. … Continue reading →

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Enjoy Coffee With Less Plastic

Posted on May 3, 2009 by Plasticless

Coffee is arguably the most important commodity in the world. In terms of dollars and cents, it is #2 after oil. Coal is said to have fueled the industrial revolution, but coffee was there as well. Its effect on the … Continue reading →

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