Recycling can be confusing enough as it is. To help, here's what those little numbers in recycling symbols actually mean.

A survey in the United Kingdom found that recycling-related symbols placed on packaging may either not be noticed or ...

Some "people see the recycling symbol and assume or hope the item will ... and most plastic cups and lids in the blue recycling bin. It's generally safe to recycle milk jugs, soda bottles, and ...

Recycling plastic is a great way to reduce environmental impact. Plastic is one of the most commonly used materials, yet when it ends up in the landfill, it can take up to 500 years to break down, ...