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GE Partners with EPA for Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD)

by 3BL Media Press Release
Posted on June 14, 2013 by 3BL Media Press Release

3BL Media/ Corporate Social Responsibility/ Reducing Emissions/ – GE Appliances is the first and only manufacturer to partner with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) on its Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD) Program to reduce emissions and materials from appliances typically sent to landfills.

According to the EPA, roughly 9 million refrigerators and freezers are disposed of each year.[1] The sheer volume of this, coupled with the fact that consumers want their appliances recycled and are willing to go out of their way to purchase from a manufacturer that recycles, made it a smart decision for GE Appliances to step up to become the first appliance manufacturer in 2011 to partner with the EPA in its RAD Program. This program significantly reduces the landfill waste of appliance disposal and also helps cut greenhouse gas emissions. Continue reading →

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The Green Can – Recycling for the Benefit of Mankind

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on January 8, 2013 by CGR Staff Writer

the_green_canRecycling + Advertising + Donating = R.A.D. The Green Can

The Green Can Inc. is a recycling initiative to allow the easy and convenient recycling of aluminum cans.

The thought here is that people when given a readily available choice to recycle they will indeed do the right thing. The obvious first choice for placement is any high density residential community.There is no form of recycling offered at 95% of apartment communities. The very few who do offer it do so at a huge expense to the property. Currently only homeowners are provided easy access to recycling. Continue reading →

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Regulations and Certifications Cause Increases in Recycling and Reuse of Scrap Electronics

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on August 10, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

Discarded electronic equipment that is not recycled, reused, or stored becomes e-waste and is buried, incinerated, or dumped, representing a significant environmental hazard.  Today, most unwanted e-waste is still disposed of in landfills rather than being directed toward reuse or recycling, and the total volume of discarded electronics and e-waste in landfills will continue increasing over the next several years.  New laws and regulations, along with advances in industry certification of processors of electronic scrap, however, will slow the dumping of e-waste in coming years.  According to a recent report from Pike Research, these developments will combine to produce strong progress in the electronics recycling movement through 2025.

Between 2010 and 2025, the cleantech market intelligence firm forecasts, the percentage of total e-scrap that is recycled will grow from 18% in 2010 to 54% in 2025.  Electronics recycling and reuse will rise from 122 million cubic feet (and 1.1 million tons) per year in 2010 to 789 million cubic feet (and 7.9 million tons) annually by 2025. Continue reading →

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GE Surpasses $1 Billion in Infrastructure Sales from Olympic Games

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on August 7, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

LONDON–(BUSINESS WIRE)–GE, a worldwide partner of the Olympic Games, today announced it has exceeded $1 billion in infrastructure sales over the past four Olympic Games. Since 2006, GE has worked closely with host countries, cities and organizing committees to provide infrastructure solutions for Olympic Games venues, health centers and surrounding commercial buildings. The technology provided aims to support the organizing committees’ goals of building sustainable Olympic Games that improve the host city and provide state-of-the-art healthcare for Olympic athletes.

“GE partners closely with host cities to deliver a variety of critical healthcare, energy, power, water, lighting and transportation solutions for the Olympic Games,” said Jeff Immelt, chairman & CEO, GE. “Hosting the Games is a transformational opportunity for every city and we are committed to work with the IOC and local Organizing Committees in Russia, Brazil and Korea to deliver advanced infrastructure solutions to help create a sustainable Olympic legacy for future generations.” Continue reading →

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U.S. Market Contains More Than 1.5 Million Ways to Recycle

by CGR Staff Writer
Posted on June 27, 2012 by CGR Staff Writer

SCOTTSDALE, Ariz.–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Earth911 Recycling Directory surpassed 1.5 million ways to recycle in June after ramping up to respond to the rapidly changing environment of recycling and reuse.

Earth911 is the go-to source for recycling and proper disposal information, tracking recycling availability across 43,000 ZIP codes, as well as writing and sharing zero-waste lifestyle content. Consumers can search on over 300 different materials using the directory, which can be accessed using web sites, mobile devices and apps, and the bilingual 1-800-CLEANUP environmental hotline.

The 1.5 million mark represents growth of 50 percent in less than a year and is quickly tracking toward Earth911’s next milestone of 2 million. According to Trey Granger, Director of Recycling Program Services (RPS) and Senior Waste Stream Analyst for Earth911, the surge in growth is due to a number of initiatives to increase the size and scope of Earth911’s Recycling Directory, the nation’s largest and most accurate recycling and proper disposal resource.

Earth911’s RPS Team added nearly 100 new materials and expanded the definitions of existing materials, such as those in the plastics family. They identified new products entering the waste stream, like tablets and GPS systems, to provide directory users with more targeted results. The RPS team also added more retail programs and unstaffed bins in high-traffic areas, such as clothing and book drop-offs in parking lots. Continue reading →

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ShoeBox Recycling and Recyclebank Partner to Recycle Shoes

by 3BL Media Press Release
Posted on April 18, 2012 by 3BL Media Press Release

(3BL Media) Philadelphia – April 17, 2012 – ShoeBox Recycling and Recyclebank®, the company that rewards people for taking everyday green actions with discounts and deals from local and national businesses, today announced a partnership to reward people for pledging to recycle their shoes. This program broadens the scope of traditional curbside recycling and opens up opportunities for people to learn and participate in shoe recycling and reuse in a convenient and rewarding way. The goal is to motivate people to understand that ‘worn doesn’t mean worn out’ and that shoes can live on and help many people throughout the globe.

ShoeBox Recycling is a for-profit recycler of shoes headquartered in Fairless Hills, Pa. It has flipped the recycling triangle upside down and have mastered the most powerful ‘R’—REUSE. With over 300 million pairs of perfectly reusable shoes hitting landfills each year, they are looking to change the way people think about their shoes. Along these lines, it is rewarding Recyclebank members who pledge to recycle their shoes and are also providing them with the UPS label to actually do so. In order to promote the cause, ShoeBox Recycling has developed a short film that will be shown on Recyclebank.com for people to learn about shoe recycling, reuse and the ability to seek out and find their SoleMate. Continue reading →

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Waste Management and Keep America Beautiful Award Grants to Build a More Sustainable Future

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Posted on March 28, 2012 by 3BL Media Press Release

(3BL Media) Stamford, CT – March 28, 2012 - National nonprofit Keep America Beautiful (KAB) today announced that, thanks to Waste Management (NYSE:WM), 41 Think Green® Community Improvement Grants are being awarded to local community organizations. The Waste Management Think Green® Grants are part of an ongoing national effort to encourage the development of local environmental solutions that improve community environments through hands-on participation and engagement opportunities such as cleanups, beautification, recycling and environmental educational programs.

“America’s communities rely on strong volunteer programs to create vital local economies, a healthier environment, and a more engaged citizenry,” said Matthew M. McKenna, president and CEO of Keep America Beautiful. “We’re thankful for Waste Management’s support for our mission to build a more sustainable future through grassroots action.” Continue reading →

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Owens Corning Introduces Shingle Recycling Program

by 3BL Media Press Release
Posted on March 27, 2012 by 3BL Media Press Release

TOLEDO, Ohio, March 27, 2012 /3BL Media /PRNewswire/ – Beginning today, Owens Corning (NYSE: OC), through its Roofing and Asphalt business, invites homeowners to take the Shingle Recycling Pledge as a way to show their commitment to keep old roofs  out of landfills by working with roofing contractors who practice sustainable building practices.

“According to the Northeast Recycling Center, up to 10 million tons of recyclable shingles are removed from the roofs of U.S. homes and buildings annually,” said Barry Hornbacher, Owens Corning Roofing and Asphalt Shingle Recycling program manager. “By pledging to work with professionals committed to recycling torn-off shingles into pavement, homeowners are helping to ensure their roofing renovation will have less of an environmental impact.”

To take the pledge in markets where recycling is available, homeowners simply visitwww.roofing.owenscorning.com and select “Recycle Now.” In addition to connecting with local contractors committed to shingle recycling, everyone who takes the pledge will also receive a free reusable tote bag while supplies last.  Homeowners who do not currently have shingle recycling available in their area can show their interest in shingle recycling by filling out a form on the website, which will help Owens Corning Roofing & Asphalt rally support from contractors in their local community. To learn more, simply visit the Sustainable Roofing page on the site. Continue reading →

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