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 ... [ Read more ]

“Our Commercial Manager … went to the warehouse yesterday and looked at the Busch products that had arrived.  The quality of the items he saw was excellent.  He also brought a 28 quart container back for me to look at and I am equally impressed.  Both the quality of the containers themselves and the quality of the printing are first rate…[The Busch] ... [ Read more ]

Originating from a vision to revolutionize recycling, Busch Systems was established as a means to develop innovative recycling products complimented by a steadfast commitment to superior customer service, quality and environmental preservation. The company was founded on the heels of the first curb side recycling program introduced in 1981.

Whether an environmental fanatic, moderate participant or someone simply seeking information we must work together toward the very real, immediate and necessary conservation of our natural resources and energy. Without such efforts our environment cannot sustain itself.  One of the ways in which we can contribute to environmentalism is by encouraging the design, manufacturing and purchasing of products which contain ... [ Read more ]

In the twentieth century there was a shift in the perception and practice of recycling. Instead of addressing waste and pollution concerns there was concentration placed on its elimination. The shift is commonly associated with a policy known as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), or Product Stewardship. This article details the origins of EPR, how it is currently practiced and what ... [ Read more ]

Promotional materials if used effectively can boost a campaigns result. When shaping a promotional program establish a clear objective with suitable materials, a viable action plan and creative method for delivering it. This article reveals how a recycling program or service can use promotional materials to influence others.

Have You Incorporated A Single-Stream Recycling System? Congratulations!  You have adopted a new, exciting trend exploding throughout the recycling industry. Now that you have made the switch there are three key questions which require evaluation: are you confident that recyclables will be effectively collected, does your program garner the greatest diversion rates possible and are contributors motivated to use it? ... [ Read more ]

There is an emerging trend in the recycling industry regarding the adaptation of single-stream recycling programs. Single stream recycling program have become increasingly more popular in many cities and municipalities as a straight forward way to collect recyclables. It is becoming more viable and highly acclaimed as modern recycling efforts evolve and come to shape the disposal, collection and reprocessing ... [ Read more ]