Every time you recycle any thing you feel like you are contributing toward preserving the environment. But is recycling enough? Do you recycle in the right way? These are questions that you might ignore unconsciously. … [Read more...]
Promoting Re-usable Bags with a Twist
November 5, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The city of Corvallis is planning to host an interesting design competition for all the local citizens. This follows the announcement of a single-bag use policy for all retail businesses and stores. According to this policy, shops and distributors will have to charge an extra amount of 5 cents for each single-use bag that they give to consumers. This rule will come into effect from 1st … [Read more...]
Recycling Wasted Power and Heat Will Clear the Air
November 3, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Arcelor Mittal Steel USA is trying to find another method to beat all its competitors and also reduce pollution. The company is cutting the energy consumption levels at one of its Chicago steel plants, by re-using the heat in order to produce electricity. By doing so, the company is saving over 100 million dollars every year by producing an extra 75 megawatts of electricity, which is … [Read more...]
Global Soap Project: Improving People’s Health by Recycling Utilized Soap
November 2, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Even though soap is part of a daily routine for most people, it can be a luxury for many in Asia and Africa. People in parts of these continents received bars of soap, when a shipment was sent from Atlanta to some of these places such as Africa. The initiative was made possible by Global Soap Project, which is a non-profit organization that was founded by Sarah and Derreck Kayongo in the year … [Read more...]
Plastic Bags Fee Proposed in Newton, MA
November 1, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Newton Board of Aldermen’s committee for Programs and Services is faced with a proposal to levy charges on plastic bags given out at retail outlets across Newton,Massachusetts. A fee of 5 to 10 percent is proposed to be charged on each plastic bag; the fee would also extend to paper bags that are not recycled. … [Read more...]
America Recycles Day Celebrated in True American spirit
October 31, 2012 by Leave a Comment
November 15th,America’s Recycles Day, is day to get together as a community and do your bit for the environment. Leading to the day, several counties have organized interesting fairs to spread environmental awareness and encourage people to use environmental friendly products. … [Read more...]
Reusable Bags and Eco-friendly Alternatives
October 30, 2012 by Leave a Comment
It is a customary practice in Ukiah Food Bank,California to distribute provisions to community members. But on 24th Oct 2012, wholesale reusable bags were also handed out along with the provisions. Each community member received two reusable totes that were brought by Environmental Club members of Ukiah High School. … [Read more...]
Grand Contribution from Miss Me® for LA River Ecosystem Restoration Study
October 29, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Miss Me®, a well known manufacturer of clothing in Los Angeles has donated a million dollars to the Los Angeles River Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study. The project is an environmental initiative by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the City of Los Angeles. The contribution to the project was announced on October 9th in a meeting convened by the officials of United States Army Corps and … [Read more...]
Over $50K Given to Ridgewood, New Jersey for Recycling
October 28, 2012 by Leave a Comment
The municipalities in and around the state of New Jersey will receive about $13.1 million in the form of grants, according to what the Christie Administration said on 22nd October, 2012. Glen Rock and Ridgewood will also be included in this grants program, according to the sources. Ridgewood will receive about $55,085 in grant money, which the Christie Administration will be awarding. … [Read more...]
Advanced Methods to Recycle Rare-Earth Elements in the US
October 27, 2012 by Leave a Comment
Research is being carried out at the Ames Laboratory of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) in Ames, Iowa, to separate neodymium from other elements of the magnet. Scientists at the Laboratory have discovered that materials that are recycled retain the properties of useful magnets having rare-earth elements such as neodymium. … [Read more...]