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What's a beer battery?
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A beer battery uses a brewery's waste water to generate electricity. Learn how a beer battery works and about microbial fuel cells.
Can Humans Catch 'Zombie Deer Disease'?
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Deer in many states have a brain-wasting disease that gives them zombielike symptoms. HowStuffWorks looks at the danger to humans.
Are Plastic-eating Enzymes Our Planet's Only Hope?
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Two bacterial enzymes degrade PET plastics and could potentially be a solution to Earth's massive waste problem. HowStuffWorks looks at the science.
10 Recipes Starring Your Steak Leftovers
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Steak leftovers shouldn't go to waste in your fridge. Check out this article and get 5 recipes starring your steak leftovers.
How Garbage-powered Cars Could Work
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Garbage-powered cars aren't just science fiction. Read about the ins and outs of garbage-powered cars and running cars on solid waste.
How to Wash Colored Clothes Without Color Bleeding
Don't waste time washing clothes the wrong way! Protect your garments from stains and prevent color bleeding with these laundry tips and tricks.
Should Restaurants Charge a Penalty Fee for Uneaten Food?
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Do some restaurants charge people for the food they don't eat? Learn more about this effort to fight food waste in this HowStuffWorks Now article.
Is what we're recycling actually getting recycled?
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The waste collectors threw your recyclables into one big bin on their truck. How do you know your recyclables are being recycled? And what happens to them next?
Why Is Throwing Salt Over Your Shoulder Good Luck?
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Salt is a hot commodity, so wasting it has historically been a big deal. Learn the myth behind throwing salt over your shoulder at HowStuffWorks.
How Vampire Power Works
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Vampire power, also known as standby power, refers to the power gadgets waste just by being plugged in. Learn how vampire power sucks your wallet dry.