Computers and electronic devices have been integral in providing services for communications all over the world. Since technology evolves at a rapid pace, outdated electronic devices are making their way to the dump. Because of consumer demand for new products, landfills are constantly being filled with old electronics and is…
Whether you realize it or not, many items that may seem like waste at a remodeling or building site can actually be recycled! This can include concrete, tile, wood or lumber, plastics, doors, windows, insulation or carpet. This month, we’re focusing on best practices for recycling construction debris. When starting…
A worker wraps computer monitors collected at a “hard-to-recycle” event at Washington Mall last year. – Courtesy of Pennsylvania Resources Council The continued success of the Pennsylvania Resources Council’s hard-to-recycle collection event is bringing it back to Washington County. The program, which enables individuals to drop off cellphones, laptops, tablets,…
A reformed dumpster diver has now turned her attention to other means to limit waste around Oregon State University. Christine Dashiell, a Japanese translator who also volunteers in reuse and recycling efforts, was profiled in a June 2014 Gazette-Times story that focused on her retrieval of items from dumpsters. Dashiell…
Our Mission: The Atlantic County Utilities Authority is responsible for enhancing the quality of life through the protection of waters and lands from pollution by providing responsible waste management services. The Authority is an environmental leader and will continue to use new technologies, innovations and employee ideas to provide the…
It’s a hobby turned obsession, one that helps people get around in Northern Michigan. It’s the Recycle-A- Bicycle program in Traverse City. And it’s not just fixing up old bikes, it gives those who need it a mode of transportation. Jack O’Malley takes us there for Jack’s Journal. You open…
Paper or Plastic? That familiar refrain for choosing a grocery bag at the supermarket may be changing. As part of an effort to go green, more than 200 communities in 20 states have passed plastic bag regulations. “These laws make a huge difference,” environmental attorney Jennie Romer told CNBC’s “On…
What are Commingled Items?! When you place household items like glass, plastic, paper, etc., into a recycling bin for your neighborhood’s weekly pickup, you’re mixing together various different recyclables. If you want to get technical, these products are called “commingled items.” The recycling truck will take these items to a…
Did you know that flight attends are garbage men and women too? Just think about it……. They bring you your snacks drinks on a rolling cart during the flight. As your flight is coming to an end they start their routine route of picking up the garbage and recycle in those…
The 3RC Enviro-Station at 1401 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive takes some other types of batteries, including lithium batteries, which are frequently used in cameras, calculators and computer back-ups; nickel-cadmium rechargeable batteries, which are used in flashlights, toys, cell phones and power tools; and sealed-lead batteries, which are used…
We feel that it’s our duty as a local waste hauler to promote and be an active participant in the recycling efforts in and around the City of Aurora. We’ve made it a priority to engage in waste diversion techniques and help our customers be a part of the recycling…
Division of Waste Management Recycling and Household Hazardous Waste Collection Programs Why should I care about recycling? Recycling in the U.S. is a $236-billion-a-year industry. Companies rely on recycling programs to provide the raw materials they need to make new products. The average American discards seven and one-half pounds of garbage…
Ready to make a difference? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned recycler, we’re here to support your journey toward a greener future. Explore our resources, learn about best practices, and find out how you can reduce, reuse, and recycle with ease.