An extensive recycling program has been initiated by the Mount Pleasant schools, Michigan, in coordination with the Republic Waste Services. A meeting to discuss the program was held on Friday, October 19, 2012, and was attended by nearly 40 “Green Team” members. … [Read more...]
Localities of Fredericksburg Continue to Recycle More of the Waste Generated
October 23, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The residents of Fredericksburg are doing quite a good job by recycling their wastes, according to what the reports by the state government have to say. Over 56 percent of the waste in Fredericksburg was recycled in the year 2011, according to what the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality had to state. All that waste recycled has increased by 2 percent since the year 2010. … [Read more...]
Bainbridge Island’s Reusable Tote Design Contest Results Announced
October 22, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The wholesale reusable bags design contest, which was being held by the Bainbridge Island city members, has finally ended after it was conducted for over a month. A lot of submissions for the contests were seen, and quite a few number of votes came in for the designs. City staff patiently counted the numerous votes that the 44 designs got, and finally declared the winner this week. … [Read more...]
San Mateo County Council Might Impose Plastic Bag Ban Ordinance
October 21, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The supervisors of the San Mateo County have decided to consider the ban on plastic bags in unincorporated communities. County council members will talk about the whole issue in the meeting that will be held on the 23rd of October, 2012. If the ban is accepted this move can spur as many as 24 Peninsula cities to follow the same strategy. … [Read more...]
Postal Service of USA Provides Cash0Back Recycling Program
October 20, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Postal Service of the United States of America has offered a recycling program to all the people, which will pay cash for cameras, cell phones and every other small electronic device. It is quite an innovative program that is offered at over three thousand locations in the country. … [Read more...]
Environmental Protection Agency Provides 6.5 Million for Restoration Projects
October 19, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The Environmental Protection Agency of the United States of America is giving about $6.5 million in grants to the local and state agencies, and other non-profit organizations. This is being done in order to restore the wetlands and water quality throughput the watershed of the San Francisco Bay. Grants offered range from $75,000 to about $1.5 million, and will support over ten projects. … [Read more...]
Pesticide Chemical Troubles Canada’s Citizens and Environmental Groups
October 18, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Ecojustice and Equiterre, two of Canada's major environmental groups, have directed questions at the federal government about the pesticide chemicals used in Canada. These groups are requesting the government to review the utilization of 30 pesticides that have already been banned in other countries. These chemicals are present in over 700 certified domestic and agricultural pesticides. If the … [Read more...]
Boulder, Colorado Proposes Fixed Charge on Grocery Bags
October 17, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Boulder City Council recently approved an ordinance, under which shoppers will have to start paying a fee for disposable grocery bags from July, 2013. After multiple concerns were raised about the proposed fee, council members have decided on a fixed charge of 10 cents - half of the original proposed amount. This fee will be charged on both paper and plastic bags. The goal is to get Boulder … [Read more...]
EPA and LG Electronics Join Hands for Responsible Recycling of Electronics in US
October 16, 2012 by Leave a Comment
LG Electronics USA is trying to build its name in the eco-friendly sector by joining hands with the Environmental Protection Agency of the United States of America, in order to practice responsible recycling of electronic goods. The company is going to be a charter participant in the Sustainable Materials Management Electronics Challenge (SMMEC) launched by the Environmental Protection Agency … [Read more...]
Candidates Get Creative with Green Energy Ideas
October 15, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Candidates competing for the mayor's position in Vineland, New Jerseyare all supporting green initiatives in the city. They all agree that eco-friendly measures are practical and long-term investments. The elections are scheduled for the 6th of November. … [Read more...]