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May 26th, 2011

HOW TO SET UP A RECYCLING PROGRAM FOR SPECIAL EVENTS

No Comments, Recycling, by maureen.
Introduction As the founder of the German Green Party, Petra Kelly once said “If we don’t do the impossible, we shall be faced with the unthinkable.” It is time we answered Kelly’s call to action and set into motion the necessary steps to revitalize the earth, such as, integrating recycling programs within local communities. The simple practice of generating new uses for discarded materials conserves natural resources, reduces air pollution, saves energy and downsizes landfills. For example, if everyone in the country recycled a newspaper a week thirty-six million trees a year would be saved. There are six steps involved with setting up a recycling program for special events: Consult a waste collection service Determine what is needed Gather equipment Organize Roll out the program Maintain program This guide will outline each of these steps in detail and how to use .. more»