{"id":22427,"date":"2022-11-21T18:22:43","date_gmt":"2022-11-21T18:22:43","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/?p=22427"},"modified":"2024-08-05T17:57:19","modified_gmt":"2024-08-05T17:57:19","slug":"how-to-reduce-waste-sustainability-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/live-cleaner\/how-to-reduce-waste-sustainability-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Reduce Waste: Sustainability Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From apple cores to appliances, copies of phone bills to the remains of last night\u2019s carbonara, the contents of your trash are an ode to waste.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">That said, there\u2019s nothing poetic about <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">excessive<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> waste. Household trash, organic kitchen waste, and the waste management system needed to deal with them are some of the leading causes of greenhouse gas emissions.<sup>1<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fortunately, learning how to reduce waste at home doesn\u2019t have to involve dramatic lifestyle changes. It also doesn\u2019t have to be overwhelming. With a few practical tips, you can make waste reduction less of a chore and take steps toward a lower-waste lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><br \/>\n#1 Understand Your Waste<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing waste starts with understanding it. No, we\u2019re not talking about holding a therapy session with your waste (although that might help us figure out why plastics just can\u2019t move on).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We\u2019re talking about understanding exactly what you\u2019re discarding and <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">why.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Knowing your waste habits can empower you to become the eco champion you\u2019ve always wanted to be.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4>Know What You\u2019re Tossing Away<\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although we tend to think of waste as a uniform blob of riff-raff and rubbish, the truth is that most household waste fits into five distinct categories:<sup>2<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Non-recyclable, inorganic solids<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Any refuse that\u2019s in solid form and can\u2019t be recycled. Non-recyclable plastics make up most of this kind of waste, but small household appliances also fit this description.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Organic solids <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">From potato chips to pasta, Rocky Road ice cream to wilted lettuce, organic solid waste means discarded foodstuffs. Organic solid waste also includes some garden waste.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Liquid waste<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 This type of waste includes dirty household water, rainwater and runoff, and organic liquids such as cooking grease. <\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Recyclable solids<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 This type of waste includes forms of glass and ceramics, tins and metal, and paper products. Some plastics can also be recycled.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Hazardous waste<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Hazardous waste refers to waste you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">don\u2019t <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">want to touch. This type of waste mainly includes toxic, flammable, and corrosive materials; it also includes discarded household batteries.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h4><strong>Understand Why You\u2019re Tossing It Away<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p>Knowing why you\u2019re discarding something can be just as informative as knowing what you\u2019re tossing.<\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Most people discard their waste for the following reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Food expired before you could use it<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You bought more than you needed<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You don\u2019t actually use the product<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The product became unusable<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you know the reason behind a majority of your waste, you\u2019ll be able to address it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For example, if you discover you\u2019re constantly tossing bread because of mold, consider buying a half loaf instead of a full loaf or freezing a portion of the loaf. That way, you can cut back on food waste while still making your famous Italian club sandwich.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>Take Simple Steps To Toss Less<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Once you know exactly what you\u2019re throwing away, you\u2019ll be better equipped to take the necessary waste-reduction steps. One easy way to reduce your waste is to use and purchase products with a longer lifespan.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For instance, if you\u2019re wondering how to reduce plastic waste, consider purchasing refillable products rather than single-use items. Products like ECOS <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/hand-soap\/hypoallergenic-hand-soap-free-clear\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Hand Soap Refill Kit<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> allow you to cut back on plastic by refilling the same bottle several times.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-opt-id=749624407  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22443 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:640\/h:427\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabón-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:640\/h:427\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabo\u0301n-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1-scaled.jpg 640w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1024\/h:683\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabo\u0301n-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1-scaled.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:768\/h:512\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabo\u0301n-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1-scaled.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1536\/h:1024\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabo\u0301n-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1-scaled.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1620\/h:1080\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabo\u0301n-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1-scaled.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/Jabo\u0301n-de-manos-20210205_ECOS_KLOE_058-EDIT-1-scaled.jpg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you discover you\u2019re tossing a lot of certain kinds of trash\u2014like those plastic bags you use for veggies at the grocery store\u2014consider replacing them with a more sustainable option. Like a stylish cloth bag for your produce instead. Plastic bags and other grocery store packaging can be the most common waste found in your home, but luckily there are reusable alternatives available. <\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>#2 Find Purpose in Repurposing<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">When it comes to reusing and repurposing, this goes beyond the reusable bag or water bottle. Repurposing old items not only reduces waste but also allows you to show off your creative, DIY side.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But if you\u2019re not normally a person who sees flower pots in old containers and magic in every mason jar, don\u2019t worry. We have a few ideas to help you start.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Let your creative (and waste-wise) juices flow by trying the following repurposing projects:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Find new uses for \u201cold\u201d waste<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2013 Before throwing something away, question whether it might have another purpose. For example, you could fill mason jars with flour for your pantry and plant old utensil drawers with flowers. You can also cut up overworn t-shirts and use the scraps for cleaning around the house. The amount of \u201cwaste\u201d you can repurpose is only limited by your creativity.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Get thrifty <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Instead of buying new clothes, scout out your local thrift shop for gently worn items. That way you can help reduce the amount of global waste (and maybe score some vintage threads that launch a whole new fashion trend).<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Upcycle your gift giving <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 Gifts are some of the easiest ways to get creative with reducing waste. Cleaned glass jars can hold homemade cookie mix, old CDs can be covered with fabric scraps to make custom coasters, and old greeting cards can be cut up to make beautiful DIY gift tags for your creations.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing waste provides benefits all around. Not only are you making a huge impact on the environment, but you&#8217;re also getting creative with recycled material, and cutting back on spending.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>#3 Crush Waste With Composting<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-opt-id=118934010  fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-medium wp-image-22440\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:640\/h:427\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1.jpeg\" alt=\"\" width=\"640\" height=\"427\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:640\/h:427\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1-scaled.jpeg 640w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1024\/h:684\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1-scaled.jpeg 1024w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:768\/h:513\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1-scaled.jpeg 768w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1536\/h:1025\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1-scaled.jpeg 1536w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:1618\/h:1080\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1-scaled.jpeg 2048w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/11\/AdobeStock_332835286-1-scaled.jpeg 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 640px) 100vw, 640px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Composting is more than just another way to toss your food waste\u2014it can improve the quality of your garden soil and reduce greenhouse gas emissions in landfills.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> Instead of overflowing your trash can with organic materials, composting allows you to put your waste to good use.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In short, composting speeds up the decomposition process of organic materials. By composting, you can turn your organic, rotting foodstuffs into the nutrient-dense, legendary fertilizer known as \u201cblack gold.\u201d It\u2019s an easy way to reduce waste <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> achieve an even more lush tomato garden.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before discussing how to compost, let\u2019s dive into (figuratively, of course) what you should and shouldn\u2019t compost.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>What You Can and Can\u2019t Compost<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Although all organic materials eventually decompose, you shouldn\u2019t add <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">every <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">organic material to your compost pile.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In part, that\u2019s because some organic products, like meat and dairy, smell terrible as they\u2019re breaking down (just take our word for it). Meanwhile, products with high fat content, like cooking oils and salad dressings, won\u2019t break down at all.<sup>4<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In general, the following organic products are safe to compost:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><b>Greens <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 \u201cGreen\u201d compost materials primarily refer to foods, but may also include grass, leaves, and other yard waste. The best foods to compost include fruit and vegetable waste, eggshells, coffee grounds, and tea leaves, as these break down well and provide nutrients to the soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><b>Browns <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u2013 All organic, non-edible composting materials fall under the \u201cbrown\u201d category. These materials typically include dead leaves, cardboard, wood shavings and bark, pine straw, and newspaper. Adding brown materials to your compost pile helps to balance the moisture level and speed up the composting process.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While it\u2019s important to add green and brown materials to your compost pile, you should never add the following:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Eggs or dairy<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Meat<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cooking oils<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Salad dressings<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Fish<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Chemicals<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plastics<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Pet refuse<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The reason is simple\u2014when composted, some of these materials smell worse than a landfill in July. Some attract critters happy to dine on your four-course meal of meat bones and bacon grease. Others could add toxic materials to your precious fertilizer. All should be avoided.<\/span><\/p>\n<h4><strong>How to Start a Compost Pile<\/strong><\/h4>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Learning how to compost can be an excellent way to reduce waste at home. Although composting isn\u2019t the hardest thing to master, proper composting can mean the difference between \u201cblack gold\u201d and a letter from your homeowners association.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here\u2019s how to get starting with composting:<sup>5<\/sup><\/span><\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Build a compost bin. You can either construct a compost bin out of wood or drill holes into a plastic bin. You can even purchase a ready-made compost bin. Whichever route you choose, make sure your bin allows some air flow.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Place \u201cbrown\u201d compostables like cardboard, pine straw, newspaper, or a combination of these materials at the bottom of your compost bin. That way you won\u2019t have to worry about liquids escaping from the bottom.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Add your \u201cgreen\u201d and \u201cbrown\u201d materials in roughly equal proportions. If you discover that your compost pile resembles a steamy sauna overflowing with old foods, add more brown materials. Conversely, if you discover that your compost pile is dryer than a dumpster in the Sahara, add more green materials.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">\u201cStir\u201d your compost bin twice a week with a trowel, hand rake, or another gardening tool. Stirring your compost allows air to enter your pile, a key part of the decomposition process.<\/span><\/li>\n<li aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">After about six months, you should be able to use your compost in your garden or potted plants. Make sure your compost is totally broken down by feeling it. If it crumbles and smells like the richest dirt you\u2019ve smelled in a while, it\u2019s ready to add to your soil.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Setting up your compost pile correctly helps you reduce waste <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">and <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">create wonderful organic fertilizer. Talk about a win-win!<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>#4 Re-think Before You Buy<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the best ways to reduce your waste is to avoid creating in the first place. Before you click Buy in an online shop or grab something off the shelf in a store, take a moment to ask yourself if you <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">really<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> need it. Waiting a few minutes before you buy, distracting yourself with another project for a while, and coming back later to re-think that purchase might just be the most powerful tool you have to reduce your impact on the planet \u2013 and your wallet.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong>Reduce Your Waste With ECOS<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><img data-opt-id=2069780044  decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-22164 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:auto\/h:auto\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-14-at-2.45.11-PM.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"624\" height=\"417\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:624\/h:417\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-14-at-2.45.11-PM.png 624w, https:\/\/mlcvmo0gntjk.i.optimole.com\/cb:ICH-.67306\/w:18\/h:12\/q:90\/f:best\/ig:avif\/https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/10\/Screen-Shot-2022-10-14-at-2.45.11-PM.png 18w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 624px) 100vw, 624px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing your waste doesn\u2019t happen overnight. As they say, all good things take time (especially good compost). That said, you can start taking simple steps today towards living a reduced-waste lifestyle.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">By following the above tips, you can turn your waste into potential\u2014and your potential waste into beautiful projects. Another great way to live more sustainably is to purchase products made in zero-waste facilities, like ECOS <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">sustainable cleaning products<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> that are made in the USA.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">However you choose to.<\/span><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h6><b>Sources:\u00a0<\/b><\/h6>\n<h6><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waste Removals. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are 5 Types of Waste, Do You Know Them All?<\/span><\/i> <a href=\"https:\/\/4waste.com.au\/rubbish-removal\/5-types-waste-know\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/4waste.com.au\/rubbish-removal\/5-types-waste-know\/<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Environmental Center. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Waste and its Contribution to Climate Change<\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.colorado.edu\/ecenter\/2020\/12\/10\/waste-and-its-contribution-climate-change\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.colorado.edu\/ecenter\/2020\/12\/10\/waste-and-its-contribution-climate-change<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Reducing the Impact of Wasted Food by Feeding the Soil and Composting. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/sustainable-management-food\/reducing-impact-wasted-food-feeding-soil-and-composting#:~:text=Compost%20retains%20a%20large%20volume,fuels%2C%20herbicides%2C%20and%20pesticides\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/sustainable-management-food\/reducing-impact-wasted-food-feeding-soil-and-composting<\/span><\/a><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Composting At Home. <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/recycle\/composting-home\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">https:\/\/www.epa.gov\/recycle\/composting-home<\/span><\/a><\/h6>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>From apple cores to appliances, copies of phone bills to the remains of last night\u2019s carbonara, the contents of your trash are an ode to waste.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":33,"featured_media":22428,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":""},"categories":[525],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-22427","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-environment"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22427","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/33"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=22427"}],"version-history":[{"count":4,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22427\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":24660,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/22427\/revisions\/24660"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/22428"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=22427"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=22427"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.ecos.com\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=22427"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}