The population of the world is constantly growing and developing at a rapid pace.  Environmentalists warn that we are taking from Mother Nature far more than we are giving back to her.  A clear indication that we need to take action is in the landfill space dilemma.  Landfills are becoming more and more weighted down by our garbage.  The amount ... [ Read more ]

Executive Summary In late 2010 Michigan State University (MSU) launched a new recycling program using Busch Systems ‘Waste Watcher’ recycling containers .

Executive Summary Youngstown State University began using Busch containers is 2006/2007. This case study will examine how these containers were used over the past four years.

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Contact event venues and inform them of the recycling program. This will ensure that there are no competing programs at the event and eliminate confusion for guests. Organize a meeting with all staff prior to the event. Educate the staff on how the program runs, what the goals are, who the program coordinator is and what everyone’s responsibilities are. Also, consult the event hosts and determine if recycling program information can be supplied to guests prior to the event (perhaps alongside an invitation).

There are several ways in which a program coordinator can keep up enthusiasm at a healthcare facility. For example, a record of the amount of recyclables leaving the facility can be stored and statistics can be generated on the materials recovered. These statistics could be sent out to the media, from which coverage of the facility may fallow. This will positively recognize the efforts of staff and encourage them to continue to recycling in the future.