Lauren Murphy is a writer and environmentalist based in the Pacific Northwest. She holds a degree in Environmental Sciences from Western Washington University. Each type of light bulb is recycled ...

Even if your old smart bulbs have lost access to their smart features, they can be put back into circulation for a variety of clever, new uses.

If forcing bulbs becomes a winter obsession, additional options include miniature daffodils such as ‘Tête-à-Tête’ (Narcissus ‘Tete-a-Tete’), crocus (Crocus spp.), and grape hyacinths (Muscari ...

Create planters, vases, and terrariums to add a touch of nature to your home. Display your creativity by making and decorating holiday ornaments or salt and pepper shakers. Transform light bulbs into ...

Recycling facilities collect glass and mercury from thrown away fluorescent bulbs, but discarded lighting could also supply rare-earth metals for reuse. The 17 metals referred to as rare earths aren't ...