Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Local Recycling Company Receives National Recognition
National recognition comes as no surprise for a company who has recycled more than a million pounds of material as of July 9, 2010 until you know that We CAN Recycle is a one-man operation. Mark Austin, founder of Houston's choice for full service glass recycling, has single-handedly transformed his desire to make a serious difference into a nationally-recognized program in less than two years since inception. Green Your Routine: 7 Different Days of Green
Winter Olympics metalas contain e-waste
As with the past several Olympic games, the 2010 Vancouver Winter Olympics have worked to incorporate elements of sustainability into this massive event. From building a framework for event sustainability to creating greener event venues like the Whistler Sliding Center for bobsled, luge, and skeleton competitions, the Vancouver Organizing Committee has worked hard to lighten the admittedly huge footprint of the upcoming games.
Reuse Warehouse Newsletter * January 2010
The City of Houston Building Materials Reuse Warehouse benefits the community by providing storage space for excess building materials that would otherwise be dumped in local landfills. We accept material from individuals, supply companies, and builders, and make it freely available for reuse by any non-profit organization.
City's Reuse Recycling Warehouse Now Open
CITY'S REUSE RECYCLING WAREHOUSE NOW OPEN
The City of Houston's newest recycling opportunity, The Building Materials Reuse Warehouse, opened on April 29, 2009. Contractors can drop off excess materials at the Reuse Warehouse which benefits them in three ways: 1) eliminates landfill fees, 2) donations are tax deductible, and 3) provides LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification points. Citizens can also make donations. Donated materials are available for reuse by any non-profit organization. The formal grand opening is scheduled for June 2009.
Money Saver: Lower bills with Energy Star lightbulbs
Weblog Sound Money tips recommends replacing your home's high-use standard incandescent lightbulbs with energy-efficient bulbs that have earned the EPA's 'Energy Star:'
Energy Star-qualified light fixtures and bulbs use 2/3 less energy than traditional lighting and last up to 10 times longer. By replacing just five of your home s most frequently used fixtures or the light bulbs in them with energy-efficient lighting, you can save more than $60 each year in energy costs.
