Studies Reveal What Motivates Consumers to Use Recycling Bins
Have you ever contemplated what goes on in people’s mind when they decide whether or not to use recycling bins? We have and apparently we are not alone. Two studies were recently completed on the subject.
Will We See Recycle Containers for Mattresses? Facts About How To Recycle Your Mattress
The recycle containers most people use at their homes have long been a convenient source to easily recycle manageable items. But what happens when people are reminded that most of the contents in a mattress can also be recycled? For decades, the disposal of a mattress meant dumping it at a local landfill when better care could have been given on recycling the inner materials.
Reinventing Downtown Shopping Areas: How Park Benches Can Help Strengthen The Local Economy
There was a time, not so long ago, when the economy was booming and most people didn't give a second thought to leisurely spending a day shopping, dining and exploring. Downtown entertainment districts were generally packed, money was being spent, and good times were had by many! From casual, friendly small-town shops and restaurants to urban hotspots showcasing the latest dining and fashion trends, business was on the rise.
Getting The Community Involved – Recycling With A Purpose
The true impact of recycling programs and green initiatives are felt on both the local and global scale. Recycling is often framed as the answer to global problems, and it is, but the local benefits are just as important and more immediately felt.
How Recycling Programs Build Stronger Communities
What is a community recycling program? Recycling programs are steadily being implemented in more towns and businesses across the country. If your town or business is not currently part of a program, either with scheduled pickups of recycling containers or routine trips to a waste center, getting one started can greatly benefit the community — and the world as a whole.
Building Team Spirit Through Employee-Led Recycling Programs
Corporate team building programs create a sense of community with a company and help unite people behind a common goal. Many managers say team-building programs noticeably increase productivity and foster a closer working relationship between the group.
Teaching Kids Business And Financial Sense With Recycling Programs
Your home recycling program provides a perfect opportunity to introduce your children to the concepts of business, finance, and the environment. With families, communities, and businesses working hard to cut costs and protect the environment, recycling projects are finally becoming recognized for the financial and environmental benefits they can provide.
California State University, Fresno to Remove Over 60 Recycling Bins from Campus
Today, The Collegian Online reported that CSU Fresno will remove more than 60 recycling bins from it's campus due to a lack of funding. The problem we see with this is that recycling actually produces a significant net savings over traditional waste disposal.
How Single Stream Recycling Programs Are Increasing Recycling Volumes And Reducing Costs
Though most of the American population is on board with recycling, recycling rates dramatically increase when the act of recycling is simple and hassle free. The increased number of recycling bins at home, at work, and in public places has resulted in far less recyclable material in landfills.
