Non-recyclable materials don’t have to be thrown away

    To you, your old toothbrush and your kid’s empty Skittles bag seem like trash. For TerraCycle, they’re the way of the future. Founder Tom Szaky spoke at the University of Arts last night about the future of waste and how non-recyclable materials can be our next purses, accessories and household cleaners.

    Check out Carolyn Beeler’s story for more information about the Trenton-based company and readers’ reactions to Szaky’s presentation.

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