Collection/Transfer — April 22, 2019Waste Pro’s Annual Earth Day Picnic Teaches Kids to Be Environmentally ConsciousToday, people across the country will celebrate Earth Day and promote clean air, land and water. On Saturday, Waste Pro got kids in on the fun early with its annual Earth Day picnic. The weather was perfect to fire up the grills, enjoy a day at the park and celebrate Earth. Even at just 5 […] Collection/Transfer — April 22, 2019
Collection/Transfer — April 15, 2019The Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes Encourages Kids to Save the PlanetThe Gloria Barron Prize for Young Heroes celebrates inspiring, public-spirited young people from diverse backgrounds all across North America. Established in 2001 by author T.A. Barron, the Barron Prize annually honors 25 outstanding young leaders ages 8 to 18 who have made a significant positive impact on people, animals or the environment. Fifteen top winners […] Collection/Transfer — April 15, 2019
Compost/Organic Recycling — April 5, 2019Food Waste Is A Major Problem. Confusing Date Labels Are Making It Worse.Massachusetts and New Jersey are considering measures to clear up the food label confusion, following a California law that went into effect earlier this year. Several other states also are looking at labeling bills, as anti-food waste groups advocate for clearer signs to indicate when food is okay to eat, even if it’s not the […] Compost/Organic Recycling — April 5, 2019
Education — March 21, 2019Northeast Recycling Council’s Spring Conference Ends with Promise of CollaborationAfter taking in all the great information from the first day, attendees at the NERC Spring Conference re-convened the second day prepared to hear more great presentations from speakers and panelists. After an introduction from NERC’s Executive Director, Lynn Rubenstein, sessions delved into a focus on PCR, especially discussing how the plastics and glass industries […] Education — March 21, 2019
Education — March 21, 2019Northeast Recycling Council’s 2019 Spring Conference Addresses Recycling Myths and ChallengesThe Northeast Recycling Council’s Spring Conference convened at the chase center on the riverfront in Wilmington, DE this week to discuss all things recycling and to address the challenges and hear how different municipalities, states, government entities and other private companies are dealing with current trends as well as possible solutions. The most surprising comment […] Education — March 21, 2019
Collection/Transfer — March 7, 2019How Workplace Culture Affects the Bottom LineCorporate culture is built over time and defines the unique business values, traditions, beliefs and attitudes of a company. In fact, according to new research from the National Center for the Middle Market (NCMM), nearly three-quarters (73 percent) of middle market business leaders say culture is a top priority for their firm. The NCMM study […] Collection/Transfer — March 7, 2019
Education — February 28, 2019NERC’s Spring Conference to Feature Industry Experts in Recycling Markets, Glass, Plastics, and PaperThe Spring Conference will be NERC’s third event in a series about recycling markets. On March 20 – 21 in Wilmington, Delaware, we will discuss building the demand for post-consumer recycled content (PCR); how the glass, paper,and plastics industries’ are addressing PCR; material needs of manufacturers using PCR; and strategies used by government to increase […] Education — February 28, 2019
Education — February 26, 2019Virginia Recycling Association Convenes in Richmond The annual Virginia Recycling Association (VRA) conference will be held on May 6-8 at the Virginia Crossings Hotel and Conference Center in Glen Allen, VA, near Richmond. The conference theme is “Changing Behavior to Encourage Recycling.” VRA members and non-members are welcomed. Ms. Kelley Dennings, National Association for Environmental Education, eePro and Founding President of […] Education — February 26, 2019
Education — February 25, 2019How to Write a Successful Resume if You are an Eco WorkerEmily Anderson If you were applying for a job as a coder for a software company, then you should mention that you keep abreast of current technology and developments because modern coders cannot afford to fall behind. Did you know that modern Eco workers are expected to do the same? You may be expected […] Education — February 25, 2019
Collection/Transfer — February 25, 201934th International Conference and Solid Waste Technology and Management Held from March 31 – April 3 in Annapolis, MDOn March 31-April 3, the 34thInternational Conference on Solid Waste Technology and Management will be held in Annapolis, MD. Presenters will be showcasing new developments and innovative projects to participants from 40 countries. It is a unique opportunity to meet with solid waste leaders from around the world to present and discuss topics related to all […] Collection/Transfer — February 25, 2019
Collection/Transfer — February 13, 2019Tealinc Offers Industry ScholarshipTealinc Offers Industry Scholarship Now Taking Applications! Forsyth, MT – Tealinc, Ltd., a railcar operating lessor, rail transportation manager, rail transportation consultant, and railcar broker, is excited to announce that it is now accepting applications for the 2019 scholarship program. The program will award two – $1,000 scholarships to the best qualified candidates. The scholarship […] Collection/Transfer — February 13, 2019
Education — February 5, 2019It’s A Recycling Extravaganza in Inteplast’s Coloring BookInteplast Group has printed its premiere coloring book about recycling, Journey to the Big Time Recycling Extravaganza, complete with a glossary, maze, word search, and more. The resource shows clearly how the plastics industry can package an educational punch with a good story and a bit of creativity. In this 28-page coloring book, readers meet Lenny […] Education — February 5, 2019
