Along a dirty river, an ingenious garbage-swallowing machine and an inspired community are offering hope to a world overrun by plastic. A semiautonomous trash interceptor powered by flowing water ...

Plastic trash cans are cheaper but retain unpleasant odors and stain more easily than metal trash cans. Metal mesh trash cans are best for offices where the primary waste product is paper.

The construction material matters when it comes to trash cans. Here's why stainless steel beats out plastic as the best option for a fresh-smelling kitchen.

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Change plastic trash cans into beautiful, unique flower pots with a simple yet creative cement technique. This easy DIY project shows how to repurpose everyday plastic containers into functional ...

Cornell University researchers put garbage bins on wheels with 360 cameras and unleashed them in NYC to see how people interacted with the robo-bins.

Lake Barrington homeowners may be issued new trash cans if the village’s trash service company submits a reasonable bid, said Village Manager John Reindl during a Village Board meeting this week ...

New York City is introducing rolling trash cans, trying to end its tradition of piling trash bags in the street.

Citywide rules now require more buildings to place trash bags inside containers for pickup. Many New Yorkers are thrilled to see fewer rats, but some are discovering new headaches.