We recommend deep-cleaning your trash can at least once a month, and doing the same for your compost bin at least once a week. But with some maintenance, you can prolong the periods between deep cleans. The best thing you can do to prevent your trash and compost from stinking and attracting pests is to … Read more
“We are cleaning the environment, because without us, the city will be too dirty,” explains Jane Mago, a waste picker from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Her words underscore the environmental challenges bedeviling much of Africa—from polluted oceans and the menace of plastic bottles to poorly managed waste. These issues are not just local but reflect … Read more
After testing trash cans since 2014 and speaking with numerous experts, we’ve found a number of factors that make some cans better than others. Here are the features we focused on when selecting which trash cans to test: Opening mechanism: One of the first things to consider when buying a trash can is how you … Read more