Compost happens

On a request from a friend, I am writing the next couple of columns on a trendy, new topic — which is actually older, by far, than any of us who are reading this — composting.

Greenest state behind the waste-to-energy race

Government officials from around the world used to come to this port city to catch a glimpse of the future: Two-story piles of trash would disappear into a furnace and eventually be transformed into electricity to power thousands of homes.

Bristol Profile: Recycling truly can make a difference

We can all help take a product to the end of its useful life and make a world of difference in healing this planet that has been entrusted to us – our home. Reducing, reusing, and recycling can save money. When we recycle, everyone wins. Success comes in cans.

Good things happening at Tieton Farm and Creamery

Ruth Babcock adds more feed to the trough as she milks Rheba Aug. 26, 2010 at the Tieton Farm and Creamery. Ruth and Lori Babcock raise goats and a sheep for their milk, which they use to make gourmet cheese.

Calif. behind the waste-to-energy race

LONG BEACH, Calif — Government officials from around the world used to come to this port city to catch a glimpse of the future: Two-story piles of trash would disappear into a furnace and eventually be transformed into electricity to power...