A well-designed waste diversion program not only benefits the environment but can also lead to substantial cost savings.
CONTINUE READING
A well-designed waste diversion program not only benefits the environment but can also lead to substantial cost savings.
We recently came across an amazing tribute video put together by the Region of Waterloo, Reflecting on the blue box: A tribute video. This video shows how far curbside recycling has come over the years, and briefly discusses the new legislation that is putting the responsibility of curbside recycling collection into the hands of producers. Busch Systems and the History of the Blue Box Much of the history of the blue box is embedded into the history of Busch Systems, so excuse us as we…
Recycling in the office is more than just a noble idea – it’s a practical step toward a more sustainable and environmentally-friendly workplace. By zeroing in on specific areas, offices can make a significant impact on reducing waste. Here are the top 10 focus areas for recycling around the office: 1. Paper Waste Paper is a staple in offices, from memos to meetings notes. Set up easily accessible recycling bins specifically for paper products, such as office paper, envelopes, and newspapers. Encourage habits like double-sided…
Scope 3 Inventory: When Assumptions Meet Data Original Air Date: Tuesday, April 23, 2024 @ 1:00pm ET Description: The goods and services that universities, government agencies and other large organizations purchase as part of their regular operations can add up to a significant percentage of their carbon footprint. Like other scope 3 emissions, however, it’s traditionally been very difficult to measure these and other consumption-based impacts, leaving EPP strategies to rely on guesswork and assumptions. But as sustainability efforts mature from more of an…
Rebuilding Confidence in Recycling Original Air Date: Tuesday, March 26, 2024 @ 1:00pm ET Description: Recent surveys have reinforced something many of us are hearing from the public: a growing skepticism that items placed in recycling bins actually get recycled. Fed by negative media stories and confusion about the recycling process, these perceptions present a very real risk that people will stop making the effort to sort their waste. The good news is that we can reinforce public confidence of recycling through effective…
Fill out the form below to join our mailing list!
Scroll to Top