BV Trash Valet Blog

  • The Difference Between Biodegradable and Compostable
    July 24th, 2020

    Eco-conscious Brazos Valley residents often hear terms like “biodegradable” and “compostable.” It’s clear that these are important traits when it comes to living a greener lifestyle, but what do they mean? Are the two interchangeable, or are there differences in ...

  • 3 Right Ways to Recycle
    July 10th, 2020

    Recycling is more than just looking for the recycling label on a container and chucking it into the recycling bin. In fact, careless recycling can sometimes do more harm than good, even contaminating the recycling batch so that none of ...

  • How Plastic Bags Impact the Environment
    June 19th, 2020

    Plastic bags quickly became a convenient alternative to paper bags at grocery stores. They’re more durable and don’t require cutting down any trees. Even today, though there are reusable grocery bag options, plastic bags are still the most prevalent kind ...

  • 4 Myths and Misconceptions About Recycling
    June 5th, 2020

    Many homeowners have good intentions when it comes to recycling and helping reduce their environmental impact. But sometimes misinformed recycling can do more harm than not recycling at all. In fact, recycling the wrong items can even potentially contaminate the ...

  • COVID-19’s Impact on Waste Management and Recycling
    May 13th, 2020

    The COVID-19 pandemic seems to have touched every aspect of our lives. Most people have had to transition to working from home or going without their jobs altogether. Those who still go into work as “essential workers” have had to ...

  • 3 Tips to Create a Zero Waste Easter Basket
    April 10th, 2020

    The Easter Bunny is on his way! Many things might have changed about the way your family celebrates Easter in light of current events, but you can still put together an Easter basket for your kids and enjoy an egg ...

  • How to Minimize Waste For Your Picnic
    April 7th, 2020

    Spring is the most popular time of year to have a picnic. With longer days and fair, sunny weather, it’s a great time to enjoy the outdoors by laying out a blanket in the park and packing some food for ...

  • Cleaning Your Yard for Spring
    March 15th, 2020

    Spring is on its way, with all its longer days and blooming flowers. Finally, you can start to spend more time outside again, an exciting thought that may be overwhelmed by the dread of having to clean your yard. Where ...

  • Global Recycling Day 2020: Everything You Need to Know
    March 1st, 2020

    Every day is a good day to recycle and be more environmentally conscious about your waste. Global Recycling Day, however, is a day to recognize those efforts, as well as to spread awareness and encourage recycling on a global scale. ...