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We're looking forward to seeing the Colorado #recycling community in Fort Collins for the Recycle Colorado Summit! Catch a session with Scott Lewis, MBA, director of municipal partnerships, on June 5: he'll explore how #AI-enabled, next-generation #infrastructure is delivering efficient, accurate sortation of various waste streams and recovering more commodities with minimal human intervention. Learn how these modern materials recovery facilities, by helping to lower capital and operating cost barriers, make recycling viable in more communities and municipalities. https://lnkd.in/gzHagDrc

At ResourceCo we’re in the business of breaking down various streams of waste material. When breaking down the elements of this seemingly straightforward photo, we can see the depth and breadth of our resource recovery network. 🗺 The Location: ResourceCo’s Oaklands fill site, one of our multiple fill sites across the country where we rehabilitate and improve landscapes. ♻ The Material: ResourceCo’s R20 mulch, produced at our Brooklyn facility. 🚚 The Truck: One of ResourceCo’s managed fleet of 1,000+ vehicles. 🌏 The Environmental Improvement: This mulch is being used as part of stage one of our site revegetation works which will see 5,000 plantings in the ground 🌲 As the saying goes, 'a picture is worth a thousand words’, and this sunrise photo is no exception! #resourcerecovery #circulareconomy #recycling #sustainability

“Addressing the issue of litter in communities is not just about beautification; it is a holistic approach to improving overall well-being.” -Jaffee Judah The effects of litter go far beyond the environmental impact. In our latest blog, hear from Jaffee Judah, executive director of Recycle & Reinvest, about how litter impacts communities, how less trash leads to less crime, and what each of us can do about it. https://lnkd.in/eS4ZuWVe

Congrats to The Recycling Partnership and the City of #jacksonville for reducing contamination in their curbside #recycling bins by 22%! This is a big achievement- let's hope other cities follow suit. Did you know that contamination in single stream recycling results in 11% -33% of deposited material ending up in landfill or incinerators? It's a big problem. One advantage to recycling at Olyns is that contamination is simply not an issue for us. Why? Because our recycling Cubes are smart! We use AI to reject non-recyclable containers before they get into our bins. We also use AI to sort containers into separate bins by material type. The result? Industry leading material recovery rates. #olyns #recycling #curbsiderecycling #bluebin #recycleplastic #circulareconomy #sustainability #recycleplasticbottles #singlestreamrecycling #RVM #ReverseVendingMachine #jacksonville

By mid-April, Mayor Parker promises she’ll announce a new approach to fighting litter and illegal dumping - and bring together government, businesses, and community partners to “reduce the generation of waste” -  Meir Rinde / Sophia Schmidt of WHYY Circular Philadelphia board member Aminata Sandra Calhoun, a West Philly resident and community leader who organizes cleanups through CENTENNIAL PARKSIDE CDC, is featured in the article: “Calhoun found Parker’s 100-day plan lacking in details about what the expansion will consist of. She wants to see the program fund more workers, longer hours, higher wages — which are currently $15 an hour — and larger cleanup territories. 'Don’t just give me some superficial words on paper,” Calhoun said. “Expand how?'" We at Circular Philadelphia know that the success of this critical environmental justice and waste management initiative is going to depend on strong leadership, and we hope that Mayor Parker recognizes the need for a leader with a demonstrated track record of making progress towards zero waste and eliminating illegal dumping.   We’re ready to do our part to support Mayor Parker in her plan to stop dumping and improve the quality of life for all of Philly’s residents. We hope that her administration is ready to accept fresh ideas for real solutions to these systemic problems.  What do you think? Share your thoughts in a comment below 👇 Check out the article full article: https://lnkd.in/edaWv9Gp #cleanandgreen #mayorparker #illegaldumping #philadelphia #zerowasteandlitter #litterfreephilly #circularsolutions #circularity #circularphiladelphia

Think about this - The very trash that lines our highways and overpasses could be the foundation for someone's home. Not hard to believe? Let me elaborate. Our foundation, One Existence, is on a quest to reshape the way we view waste. Instead of seeing it as an environmental problem, we're promoting it as a solution—to homelessness. By recycling the litter from freeways and turning them into materials for 3D printed houses, we're not only cleaning up our environment but also providing affordable housing solutions. While conventional wisdom might suggest cleaning highways can get you arrested, we're working hard to find legal and effective ways around this. We've seen programs like Caltrans Adopt-A-Highway do some good work but we believe there is still room for improvement. We are standing at the interaction of technology, environment conservation, and social responsibility. Join us in shifting perspectives and making a tangible impact on both our environment and society.

Heading to western VA for the annual Virginia Association of Counties conference Nov. 12-13, and I'm liking the theme! Counties and Cities will be critical for leading the way by cultivating improved future materials management systems in the Commonwealth, starting with their solid waste plans. Another key area of their overall leadership will be facilitating/implementing new infrastructure and programs- many, dare I say most, of which will be operated or owned themselves as public enterprises. Happy to discuss the environmental challenges at hand, whether related to solid waste diversion/disposal, processing, transfer, and of course composting (where the cultivation is literal)! #publicinfrastructure #counties #cities #virginia #solidwastemanagement #recycling #environment #composting #publicworks

Caption 👎 Follow me Muhammad Ramzan It is our responsibility to clean our city, ensuring a healthier and more pleasant environment for everyone. Each piece of litter we pick up, every effort we make to properly dispose of waste, contributes to the beauty and sustainability of our surroundings. By participating in community clean-up events and promoting recycling, we not only enhance the appearance of our neighborhoods but also inspire others to do the same. A clean city reflects the pride and care of its residents, fostering a sense of community and shared purpose. Together, we can make a significant impact, preserving our city for future generations and showcasing the best of what our community has to offer. ### Hashtags 1. #CleanCity 2. #CommunityPride 3. #SustainableLiving 4. #EcoFriendly 5. #GreenCity 6. #CleanUpCrew 7. #TrashFree 8. #CityCleanUp 9. #ReduceReuseRecycle 10. #BeautifyOurCity 11. #EcoWarriors 12. #LoveYourCity 13. #UrbanCleanUp 14. #KeepItClean 15. #GreenInitiative 16. #CleanStreets 17. #WasteManagement 18. #CommunityEffort 19. #CleanAndGreen 20. #FutureGenerations

🌍🌿 Happy World Environment Day! 🌿🌍 Today, let's come together to celebrate our beautiful planet and commit to protecting it. Every small action counts! Reduce, reuse, recycle, and rethink how we interact with nature. Together, we can make a big impact. #WorldEnvironmentDay #NMBS #BuyingSociety #Construction #ConstructionIndustry #BuildingMaterials #IndependentMerchants #BuildersMerchant

Some ways to help with climate change and unite a community is composting. GrowNYC compost program, in collaboration with the NYC Sanitation Department, is facing budget cuts as of courtesy of Mayor Adams. Which will take effect in the new year. This decision jeopardizes our environment and community well-being. Grow NYC is collecting signatures to petition Mayor Adams to reconsider and save the compost program. 📝 Composting isn't just waste reduction; it's a powerful tool against climate change. By composting, we reduce landfill waste, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and enrich our soil. Community compost sites foster environmental stewardship and bring neighbors together for a common cause. The consequences of cutting the compost program are dentrimental which includes Increased landfill waste, higher carbon footprints, and a missed opportunity for community bonding.