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Airport and Airline Recycling Programs
“Developing and Implementing an Airport Recycling Program” is an in-depth ten-step guide to establishing an airport recycling program. It also includes information about case studies at LAX, SEATAC and Delta Airlines.
“Developing and Implementing an Airport Recycling Program” is an in-depth ten-step guide to establishing an airport recycling program. It also includes information about case studies at LAX, SEATAC and Delta Airlines.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/rogo/documents/airport-recycling-guide.pdf
“How to Start a Recycling Program at Your Airport” is a guidebook produced by the EPA to aid airports in implementing recycling programs.
“How to Start a Recycling Program at Your Airport” is a guidebook produced by the EPA to aid airports in implementing recycling programs.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/rogo/documents/airports.pdf
“Typical Recyclables Generated at Airports by Waste” is a spreadsheet which charts the location and types of waste that are commonly found throughout airports.
“Typical Recyclables Generated at Airports by Waste” is a spreadsheet which charts the location and types of waste that are commonly found throughout airports.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/rogo/documents/airmatrx.pdf
“What Goes Up Must Come Down: The Sorry State of Recycling in the Airline Industry” is a report by Green America which describes, ranks, and grades the recycling efforts of all of the major US airlines.
“What Goes Up Must Come Down: The Sorry State of Recycling in the Airline Industry” is a report by Green America which describes, ranks, and grades the recycling efforts of all of the major US airlines.
http://www.greenamericatoday.org/PDF/AirlineRecyclingReport.pdf
A handbook produced by the San Diego International Airport to assist and guide employees in expanding airport recycling.
A handbook produced by the San Diego International Airport to assist and guide employees in expanding airport recycling.
http://www.san.org/documents/environmental/recycle_brochure_61204.pdf
A report on Portland International Airport's recycling efforts, including an innovative station for pouring out liquids not allowed through TSA screening that diverts 19 tons of waste a year from going to landfills.
A report on Portland International Airport's recycling efforts, including an innovative station for pouring out liquids not allowed through TSA screening that diverts 19 tons of waste a year from going to landfills.
http://www.airportsgoinggreen.org/Content/Documents/PDX Waste Management_Ralston.pdf
A USA Today column which details a number of intriguing airport-recycling measures such as collecting and re-purifying spent de-icing fluid and recycling old airplane carpet and upholstery.
A USA Today column which details a number of intriguing airport-recycling measures such as collecting and re-purifying spent de-icing fluid and recycling old airplane carpet and upholstery.
http://www.usatoday.com/travel/columnist/baskas/2010-05-12-airport-recycling-programs_N.htm
An Airport Improvement Magazine piece detailing Sea-Tac's recycling success.
An Airport Improvement Magazine piece detailing Sea-Tac's recycling success.
http://www.airportimprovement.com/content/story.php?article=00137
An EPA report on the success of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s recycling program.
An EPA report on the success of the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport’s recycling program.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/rogo/documents/seatac.pdf
An informative New York Times article that addresses the steps a number of airports have taken to increase recycling rates, including Oakland International Airport, Portland International Airport and Newark International Airport.
An informative New York Times article that addresses the steps a number of airports have taken to increase recycling rates, including Oakland International Airport, Portland International Airport and Newark International Airport.
http://www.nytimes.com/2010/02/23/business/energy-environment/23recycle.html?emc=tnt&tntemail0=y
An overview of the “Waste Minimization & Recycling Program” at Portland International Airport.
An overview of the “Waste Minimization & Recycling Program” at Portland International Airport.
http://www.flypdx.com/PDFPOP/Env_WstMgtPrgm_Spring2008.pdf
E-magazine's article “Airline Recycling is a Hit-and-Miss Proposition”addresses the need for federal regulation and surveys a number of airline recycling programs, including those of Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines , American Airlines, and US Airways
E-magazine's article “Airline Recycling is a Hit-and-Miss Proposition”addresses the need for federal regulation and surveys a number of airline recycling programs, including those of Southwest Airlines, Alaska Airlines , American Airlines, and US Airways
http://www.emagazine.com/view/?1095
Information on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's off-aircraft recycling system, which includes six large-capacity compactors and has lowered the number of pickup trips required by 75% and increased recycling of waste.
Information on Seattle-Tacoma International Airport's off-aircraft recycling system, which includes six large-capacity compactors and has lowered the number of pickup trips required by 75% and increased recycling of waste.
http://www.portseattle.org/news/press/2010/04_14_2010_01.shtml
The NRDC’s study, “Trash Landings: How Airlines and Airports Can Clean up Their Recycling Programs”, indicates the low rate of recycling in the airline and airport industry and recommends these industries how to increase its recycling efforts.
The NRDC’s study, “Trash Landings: How Airlines and Airports Can Clean up Their Recycling Programs”, indicates the low rate of recycling in the airline and airport industry and recommends these industries how to increase its recycling efforts.
http://www.nrdc.org/cities/recycling/airline/airline.pdf
The recycling efforts of Oakland International Airport, including in-terminal recycling, pre-consumer food-waste collection, airline recycling, and airline-pillow recycling.
The recycling efforts of Oakland International Airport, including in-terminal recycling, pre-consumer food-waste collection, airline recycling, and airline-pillow recycling.
http://www.flyoakland.com/noise/environmental_recycle.shtml
Asphalt Shingle Recycling
"Asphalt Shingle Recycling in Massachusetts," a 2005 study, looks at the market for recycled asphalt shingles and identifies the factors that most significantly influence the recycling rate.
"Asphalt Shingle Recycling in Massachusetts," a 2005 study, looks at the market for recycled asphalt shingles and identifies the factors that most significantly influence the recycling rate.
http://www.greengoat.org/pdf/asphalt.pdf
“Missouri Takes Lead in Shingle Recycling”, an article published in 2005 by Construction and Demolition Recycling, highlights the efforts and policies implemented by the Missouri state government to promote asphalt shingle recycling.
“Missouri Takes Lead in Shingle Recycling”, an article published in 2005 by Construction and Demolition Recycling, highlights the efforts and policies implemented by the Missouri state government to promote asphalt shingle recycling.
http://www.cdrecycler.com/news/news.asp?ID=1959&AdKeyword=dan+krivit
“Recycle the Roof”, an article from Remodeling Magazine, explores the potential for recycling asphalt shingles as well as the obstacles of establishing markets for the waste.
“Recycle the Roof”, an article from Remodeling Magazine, explores the potential for recycling asphalt shingles as well as the obstacles of establishing markets for the waste.
http://www.remodeling.hw.net/Recycling/recycling-the-roof.aspx
A 1993 study which found that a 5% mix of pre-consumer shingles had little impact on the properties of the mix but that both a 7.5% mix and a mix of post-consumer shingle waste had differences (softness and brittleness respectively).
A 1993 study which found that a 5% mix of pre-consumer shingles had little impact on the properties of the mix but that both a 7.5% mix and a mix of post-consumer shingle waste had differences (softness and brittleness respectively).
http://www.mrr.dot.state.mn.us/research/MnROAD_Project/MnRoadOnlineReports/93-09.pdf
A 2000 study which found that under laboratory conditions, “properties of hot mix asphalt with 3, 5 and 7 percent shingles are not significantly different from the properties of conventional hot mix asphalt.”
A 2000 study which found that under laboratory conditions, “properties of hot mix asphalt with 3, 5 and 7 percent shingles are not significantly different from the properties of conventional hot mix asphalt.”
http://www.chelseacenter.org/pdfs/TechReport26.pdf
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A 2007 Alberta Construction Magazine article that highlights shingle recycling in Canada, discusses the need for and challenges of governmental incentives and regulation, and addresses a number of alternative recycling opportunities for shingles.
A 2007 Alberta Construction Magazine article that highlights shingle recycling in Canada, discusses the need for and challenges of governmental incentives and regulation, and addresses a number of alternative recycling opportunities for shingles.
http://www.albertaconstructionmagazine.com/articles.asp?ID=422
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A Federal Highway Administration publication entitled “Recycled Roads” summarizes a number of recycling efforts being undertaken in road construction (scroll about two-thirds of the way down the page for the section on shingles).
A Federal Highway Administration publication entitled “Recycled Roads” summarizes a number of recycling efforts being undertaken in road construction (scroll about two-thirds of the way down the page for the section on shingles).
http://www.fhwa.dot.gov/publications/publicroads/05jan/02.cfm
An article in Asphalt Contractor magazine that details asphalt shingle use in road pavement in Minnesota, using the repaving of Highway 149 as a representative example.
An article in Asphalt Contractor magazine that details asphalt shingle use in road pavement in Minnesota, using the repaving of Highway 149 as a representative example.
http://www.forconstructionpros.com/print/Asphalt-Contractor/Paving-Innovations/Shingles---a-valuable-paving-resource/2FCP9548
An extensive list of technical reports from around the country.
An extensive list of technical reports from around the country.
http://www.shinglerecycling.org/content/technical-reports
California’s Integrated Waste Management Board provides essential information behind the recycling of asphalt shingles. The web page also contains links of related organizations and manufacturers of asphalt shingles in California.
California’s Integrated Waste Management Board provides essential information behind the recycling of asphalt shingles. The web page also contains links of related organizations and manufacturers of asphalt shingles in California.
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/condemo/shingles/default.htm
Construction Materials Recycling Association (CMRA) encourages the recycling of waste materials from construction and demolition.
Construction Materials Recycling Association (CMRA) encourages the recycling of waste materials from construction and demolition.
http://www.cdrecycling.org/home
Provides a variety of resources, including a best practices guide.
Provides a variety of resources, including a best practices guide.
http://www.shinglereycling.org/
The EPA’s web page for shingle recycling.
The EPA’s web page for shingle recycling.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/imr/cdm/asphalt-shingle-forum.htm
The Minnesota Pollution Control’s homepage for recycling asphalt shingles. Includes case studies and technical reports.
The Minnesota Pollution Control’s homepage for recycling asphalt shingles. Includes case studies and technical reports.
http://www.pca.state.mn.us/oea/market/shingles.cfm
This 2007 “Fact Sheet” for the recycling of asphalt shingles, produced by the Northeast Recycling Council, is a good way to understand the fundamentals of recycling asphalt shingles.
This 2007 “Fact Sheet” for the recycling of asphalt shingles, produced by the Northeast Recycling Council, is a good way to understand the fundamentals of recycling asphalt shingles.
http://www.nerc.org/documents/asphalt.pdf
Battery Recycling
“Demystifying Battery Recycling” gives an in-depth description of the statutory requirements for a person or company seeking to dispose of spent batteries. It gives a history of federal statutes and general guidelines for compliance with those statutes.
“Demystifying Battery Recycling” gives an in-depth description of the statutory requirements for a person or company seeking to dispose of spent batteries. It gives a history of federal statutes and general guidelines for compliance with those statutes.
http://www.battcon.com/PapersFinal2008/ByrnePaper2008_Final_8.pdf
“Lead Acid Battery Recycling in Bangladesh” discusses the state of lead acid recycling in Bangladesh, the process of lead acid battery recycling, and proposes a number of policy options to support battery recycling in Bangladesh.
“Lead Acid Battery Recycling in Bangladesh” discusses the state of lead acid recycling in Bangladesh, the process of lead acid battery recycling, and proposes a number of policy options to support battery recycling in Bangladesh.
http://www.wasteconcern.org/Publication/BatteryRecyclingBroFinal.pdf
A flyer detailing new EPA regulations regarding the export of spent lead batteries that will go into effect July 7 in all states.
A flyer detailing new EPA regulations regarding the export of spent lead batteries that will go into effect July 7 in all states.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/hazard/international/slab-flyer.pdf
A guide to different types of batteries, their disposal classification (hazardous v. non-hazardous) and ways to dispose of them.
A guide to different types of batteries, their disposal classification (hazardous v. non-hazardous) and ways to dispose of them.
http://www.ehso.com/ehshome/batteries.php
A list of state regulations regarding battery disposal.
A list of state regulations regarding battery disposal.
http://www.call2recycle.org/laws.php?c=1&d=79&e=104&w=2&r=Y
A manufacturer of a container in which used batteries can be disposed of and sent to a battery recycling facility.
A manufacturer of a container in which used batteries can be disposed of and sent to a battery recycling facility.
http://www.batteryrecycler.net/
A study concerning the development of a “green-battery” that addresses the environmental and energy costs of nickel-cadium batteries and describes current recycling efforts and estimate a recycling rate for NiCd batteries.
A study concerning the development of a “green-battery” that addresses the environmental and energy costs of nickel-cadium batteries and describes current recycling efforts and estimate a recycling rate for NiCd batteries.
http://www.ce.cmu.edu/GreenDesign/gd/education/Battery.pdf
A summary of state lead-acid battery laws.
A summary of state lead-acid battery laws.
http://www.batterycouncil.org/LeadAcidBatteries/BatteryRecycling/StateRecyclingLaws/tabid/120/Default.aspx
Addresses California regulations requiring that all batteries be recycled and includes links to other useful information.
Addresses California regulations requiring that all batteries be recycled and includes links to other useful information.
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/ReduceWaste/Batteries/
Battery Council International (BCI).
Battery Council International (BCI).
http://www.batterycouncil.org/Home/tabid/36/Default.aspx
Battery recycling information from Gravita Exim, a company which specializes in lead-battery recycling.
Battery recycling information from Gravita Exim, a company which specializes in lead-battery recycling.
http://www.gravitaexim.com/Battery-Recycling/Battery-Recycling.html
EPA website on battery disposal.
EPA website on battery disposal.
http://www.epa.gov/wastes/conserve/materials/battery.htm
European Portable Battery Association's recycling section.
European Portable Battery Association's recycling section.
http://www.epbaeurope.net/recycling.html
Explains how different types of batteries are recycled.
Explains how different types of batteries are recycled.
http://www.batteryrecycling.com/Battery+Recycling+Process
List of battery recyclers and disposal facilities.
List of battery recyclers and disposal facilities.
http://www.ehso.com/battery.php
Portable Rechargeable Battery Association (PRBA).
Portable Rechargeable Battery Association (PRBA).
http://www.prba.org/
Business and Commercial Recycling
“Greening Your Office and Saving Money” is a useful resource for business offices that want to create a successful recycling program.
“Greening Your Office and Saving Money” is a useful resource for business offices that want to create a successful recycling program.
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/deq/deq-ess-p2-recycle-greeningyouroffice_279362_7.pdf
A brief EPA guide on how to get a stadium recycling program started.
A brief EPA guide on how to get a stadium recycling program started.
http://www.epa.gov/region09/waste/features/stadiumrecycling/start.html
A guide produced by the EPA aiding shopping malls and businesses effectively operate or upgrade their recycling program.
A guide produced by the EPA aiding shopping malls and businesses effectively operate or upgrade their recycling program.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/rogo/documents/amrguide/index.htm
A guidebook for businesses and firms in the District of Columbia area outlining how to efficiently organize and operate a recycling program. Go to www.recycle.dpw.dc.gov for further information.
A guidebook for businesses and firms in the District of Columbia area outlining how to efficiently organize and operate a recycling program. Go to www.recycle.dpw.dc.gov for further information.
http://www.recycle.dpw.dc.gov/recycle/lib/recycle/REC_TEK_G_08_Final.pdf
EPA’s “Recycle on the Go” web page is home to information pertaining to how public areas such as shopping malls, airports, and parks can increase their recycling efforts.
EPA’s “Recycle on the Go” web page is home to information pertaining to how public areas such as shopping malls, airports, and parks can increase their recycling efforts.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/rogo/index.htm
Explains how local governments can compel businesses to recycle through policies and mandates.
Explains how local governments can compel businesses to recycle through policies and mandates.
http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/LGLibrary/Innovations/BizRecycle/
Four case studies on successful recycling programs in United States shopping malls were conducted by the EPA.
Four case studies on successful recycling programs in United States shopping malls were conducted by the EPA.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/rogo/documents/amrguide/chapter5.pdf
Guidelines and suggestions for conservation at the office, including suggestions for minimizing paper use by switching to electronic alternatives, paper recycling programs, etc.
Guidelines and suggestions for conservation at the office, including suggestions for minimizing paper use by switching to electronic alternatives, paper recycling programs, etc.
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/ReduceWaste/office/
The EPA provides information for how stadiums can be more environmentally benign by promoting recycling at sporting events.
The EPA provides information for how stadiums can be more environmentally benign by promoting recycling at sporting events.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/rogo/venues/stadiums.htm
The state government of Michigan has created a concise fact sheet for businesses that want to reduce their environmental footprint via various forms of waste management, including recycling.
The state government of Michigan has created a concise fact sheet for businesses that want to reduce their environmental footprint via various forms of waste management, including recycling.
http://www.michigan.gov/documents/deq/deq-ead-p2-constips_279118_7.pdf
This resource provides advice from the EPA on how convention centers around the U.S. can recycle and compost, thus saving money in waste disposal costs.
This resource provides advice from the EPA on how convention centers around the U.S. can recycle and compost, thus saving money in waste disposal costs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/rogo/venues/convention.htm
Canadian Recycling Organizations
Canadian Association of Recycling Industries
Canadian Association of Recycling Industries
http://www.cari-acir.org/en/
Canadian Plastics Industry Association
Canadian Plastics Industry Association
http://www.cpia.ca/
Canadian Pulp and Paper Association
Canadian Pulp and Paper Association
http://www.paptac.ca/
Canadian Soft Drinks Association
Canadian Soft Drinks Association
http://www.refreshments.ca/
Composting Council of Canada
Composting Council of Canada
http://www.compost.org/englishoverview.html
Climate Change and Recycling
“Zero Waste, Recycling, and Climate Change”, a report by Bill Sheehan of the GrassRoots Recycling Network, describes how recycling can move society closer to its “Zero Waste” goal.
“Zero Waste, Recycling, and Climate Change”, a report by Bill Sheehan of the GrassRoots Recycling Network, describes how recycling can move society closer to its “Zero Waste” goal.
http://www.grrn.org/zerowaste/climate_change.html
A 2009 EPA study: “Opportunities to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions through Materials and Land Management Practices”
A 2009 EPA study: “Opportunities to Reduce Greenhouse Gas Emissions through Materials and Land Management Practices”
http://www.epa.gov/oswer/docs/ghg_land_and_materials_management.pdf
An EPA study done in 2006 which measured the carbon and energy benefits of municipal solid waste recycling, finding that the savings were equivalent to removing 41 million cars from the road that year.
An EPA study done in 2006 which measured the carbon and energy benefits of municipal solid waste recycling, finding that the savings were equivalent to removing 41 million cars from the road that year.
http://www.nrc-recycle.org/Data/Sites/1/Climate Change/Carbon & Energy Benefits of MSW Recycling.doc
The EPA study, “Solid Waste Management and Greenhouse Gases: A Lifecycle Analysis of Emissions and Sinks”, investigates which types of waste produce the most GHG emissions and highlights the most affective approaches for reducing CO2 output.
The EPA study, “Solid Waste Management and Greenhouse Gases: A Lifecycle Analysis of Emissions and Sinks”, investigates which types of waste produce the most GHG emissions and highlights the most affective approaches for reducing CO2 output.
http://www.nrc-recycle.org/Data/Sites/1/Climate Change/EPAStudySolidWasteandGHG.pdf
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The NRC’s “White Paper on Recycling and Climate Change” outlines the benefits in GHG reductions from recycling as well as government policies that could be implemented to heighten the rate of recycling, and thus, lower our carbon output.
The NRC’s “White Paper on Recycling and Climate Change” outlines the benefits in GHG reductions from recycling as well as government policies that could be implemented to heighten the rate of recycling, and thus, lower our carbon output.
http://www.nrc-recycle.org/Data/Sites/1/Climate Change/NRC CLIMATE CHANGE White Paper 02222008.doc
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The University of Michigan gives a brief summary of the correlation between recycling and climate change.
The University of Michigan gives a brief summary of the correlation between recycling and climate change.
http://www.recycle.umich.edu/grounds/recycle/climate_change.html
Composting
Compost Resource Page
Compost Resource Page
http://www.howtocompost.org/
Pennsylvania Composting Association
Pennsylvania Composting Association
http://proprecycles.org/PROP's Organics Composting Homepage.html
U.S. Composting Council
U.S. Composting Council
http://www.compostingcouncil.org/
Composting Council of Canada
Composting Council of Canada
http://www.compost.org/English/ENGLISH_INDEX.htm
Composting Food Waste
“Composting and Carbon Credits”, a paper by the USCC, gives a lucid description of how composting facilities could fit in a cap-and-trade system.
“Composting and Carbon Credits”, a paper by the USCC, gives a lucid description of how composting facilities could fit in a cap-and-trade system.
http://www.compostingcouncil.org/download.php?r=43&f=f613c2f8e8c8c0bbb6cf2e724456f5d6.pdf
“Greenhouse Gases and the Role of Composting: A Primer for Compost Producers” is a pithy summary of why composting food waste instead of hauling it to landfills can be a more environmentally sound waste disposal practice.
“Greenhouse Gases and the Role of Composting: A Primer for Compost Producers” is a pithy summary of why composting food waste instead of hauling it to landfills can be a more environmentally sound waste disposal practice.
http://www.compostingcouncil.org/download.php?r=15&f=34b7cbc44f552a8d44606effb3792e07.pdf
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An EPA and USCC study titled “Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Incorporating Food Residuals into Existing Yard Waste Composting Operations” is a guide for yard waste composting facilities wishing to include food waste as a feedstock.
An EPA and USCC study titled “Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Incorporating Food Residuals into Existing Yard Waste Composting Operations” is a guide for yard waste composting facilities wishing to include food waste as a feedstock.
http://www.epa.gov/reg3wcmd/pdf/FR2YW_BMP.pdf
Describes the role of microorganisms in composting.
Describes the role of microorganisms in composting.
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/publications/default.asp?pubid=857
Follow this link to the EPA’s “Guide to Commercial Food Composting”.
Follow this link to the EPA’s “Guide to Commercial Food Composting”.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/organics/food/fd-guide.htm
Learn the fundamentals of composting and more at EPA’s “Basic Information” web page for composting.
Learn the fundamentals of composting and more at EPA’s “Basic Information” web page for composting.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/composting/basic.htm
The Center for Ecological Technology’s “Composting in Restaurants and Schools” is a guide for similar institutions and businesses to create their own composting program.
The Center for Ecological Technology’s “Composting in Restaurants and Schools” is a guide for similar institutions and businesses to create their own composting program.
http://www.cetonline.org/Publications/res-schools-online.pdf
The EPA has provided a plethora of resources on composting food waste from its 2006 Virginia Food Waste Workshop.
The EPA has provided a plethora of resources on composting food waste from its 2006 Virginia Food Waste Workshop.
http://www.epa.gov/reg3wcmd/solidwastecomposting.htm
The government of Seattle provides several easy methods in which households can compost their food scraps. Furthermore, the web page is filled with other sources of information on composting food and yard waste.
The government of Seattle provides several easy methods in which households can compost their food scraps. Furthermore, the web page is filled with other sources of information on composting food and yard waste.
http://www.seattle.gov/util/Services/Yard/Composting/SPU01_001997.asp
Composting Organizations
A link to Maine Compost School, an organization administering classes for those interested in composting at larger-scale compost locations.
A link to Maine Compost School, an organization administering classes for those interested in composting at larger-scale compost locations.
http://www.composting.org/
A program developed under the USCC, the Seal of Testing Assurance (STA) is a way for manufacturers and consumers of compost to fully understand the differences between the profuse numbers of compost on the market.
A program developed under the USCC, the Seal of Testing Assurance (STA) is a way for manufacturers and consumers of compost to fully understand the differences between the profuse numbers of compost on the market.
http://www.compostingcouncil.org/programs/sta/
A program developed under the USCC, the Test Methods for Evaluation of Compost and Composting (TMECC) provides for the testing of compost to analyze product quality and characteristics for consumers and manufacturers.
A program developed under the USCC, the Test Methods for Evaluation of Compost and Composting (TMECC) provides for the testing of compost to analyze product quality and characteristics for consumers and manufacturers.
http://www.compostingcouncil.org/programs/tmecc/
A retailer of compost products and accessories.
A retailer of compost products and accessories.
http://www.composters.com/
A useful resource that allows individuals to search and locate composting facilities throughout the U.S.
A useful resource that allows individuals to search and locate composting facilities throughout the U.S.
http://www.findacomposter.com/
Compost Resource Page
Compost Resource Page
http://www.howtocompost.org/default.asp
Compost Science and Utilization is a quarterly issued journal on composting.
Compost Science and Utilization is a quarterly issued journal on composting.
http://www.jgpress.com/compostscience/index.html
Cornell Waste Management Institute’s (CWMI) website is a great source for learning more about composting.
Cornell Waste Management Institute’s (CWMI) website is a great source for learning more about composting.
http://cwmi.css.cornell.edu/composting.htm
European bioplastics is an organization dedicated to promoting and developing biodegradable, environmentally benign products and disposal methods, such as composting.
European bioplastics is an organization dedicated to promoting and developing biodegradable, environmentally benign products and disposal methods, such as composting.
http://www.european-bioplastics.org/
Pennsylvania Composting Association
Pennsylvania Composting Association
http://www.pacompost.org/
The Association of Compost Producers (ACP)
The Association of Compost Producers (ACP)
http://www.healthysoil.org/
The Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) is an organization dedicated to identifying and verifying biodegradable products. It has designed a “compostable label” which is identification specifying that a product, particularly plastic, can be composted.
The Biodegradable Products Institute (BPI) is an organization dedicated to identifying and verifying biodegradable products. It has designed a “compostable label” which is identification specifying that a product, particularly plastic, can be composted.
http://www.bpiworld.org/
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MDEP) website contains useful information on composting and related topics.
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MDEP) website contains useful information on composting and related topics.
http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/reduce/composti.htm
The Supermarket Composting Handbook provides guidelines for how to start a composting program in supermarkets.
The Supermarket Composting Handbook provides guidelines for how to start a composting program in supermarkets.
http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/reduce/smhandbk.pdf
The U.S. Composting Council (USCC)
The U.S. Composting Council (USCC)
http://compostingcouncil.org/
Woods End Laboratory specializes in the chemical testing of compost related material.
Woods End Laboratory specializes in the chemical testing of compost related material.
http://www.woodsend.org/
Composting Other Organic Materials
An interesting, concise fact sheet on how composting paper with other organic material improves the compost’s value.
An interesting, concise fact sheet on how composting paper with other organic material improves the compost’s value.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/organics/pubs/fact.pdf
EPA’s web page for worm composting provides the most fundamental information on vermicomposting. The EPA also gives other useful links for further research on the topic.
EPA’s web page for worm composting provides the most fundamental information on vermicomposting. The EPA also gives other useful links for further research on the topic.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/rrr/composting/vermi.htm
The city government of Seattle provides information on the fundamentals of yard waste composting.
The city government of Seattle provides information on the fundamentals of yard waste composting.
http://www.seattle.gov/util/Services/Yard/Composting/SPU01_001996.asp
The Cornell Waste Management Institute (CWMI) has written a basic guide and description for worm composting (vermicomposting).
The Cornell Waste Management Institute (CWMI) has written a basic guide and description for worm composting (vermicomposting).
http://compost.css.cornell.edu/worms/basics.html
The Cornell Waste Management Institute’s (CWMI) fact sheet for composting livestock mortality and butcher waste.
The Cornell Waste Management Institute’s (CWMI) fact sheet for composting livestock mortality and butcher waste.
http://compost.css.cornell.edu/naturalrenderingFS.pdf
The Cornell Waste Management Institute’s (CWMI) fact sheet for composting poultry mortality.
The Cornell Waste Management Institute’s (CWMI) fact sheet for composting poultry mortality.
http://cwmi.css.cornell.edu/aifs.pdf
The Cornell Waste Management Institute’s fact sheet for composting road kill.
The Cornell Waste Management Institute’s fact sheet for composting road kill.
http://cwmi.css.cornell.edu/roadkillfs.pdf
The EPA thoroughly details all facets of composting in its paper “Composting Yard Trimmings and Municipal Solid Wastes”.
The EPA thoroughly details all facets of composting in its paper “Composting Yard Trimmings and Municipal Solid Wastes”.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/composting/pubs/cytmsw.pdf
The University of Idaho has published a beneficial how-to guide for the home composter in this paper titled “Composting at Home”.
The University of Idaho has published a beneficial how-to guide for the home composter in this paper titled “Composting at Home”.
http://info.ag.uidaho.edu/Resources/PDFs/CIS1066.pdf
Construction and Demolition Recycling
“Recycling and Reuse Tips” is a useful article for contractors searching to use more efficiently their waste materials during construction and demolition projects.
“Recycling and Reuse Tips” is a useful article for contractors searching to use more efficiently their waste materials during construction and demolition projects.
http://newsmanager.commpartners.com/agcenv/issues/2009-01-30/8.html
“Using Recycled Industrial Materials in Buildings” is a short EPA publication describing how and why new and renovated buildings should incorporate the use of recycled materials during construction.
“Using Recycled Industrial Materials in Buildings” is a short EPA publication describing how and why new and renovated buildings should incorporate the use of recycled materials during construction.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/rrr/imr/pdfs/recy-bldg.pdf
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A University of Louisville guidebook for communities and organizations interested in developing a recycling program for construction and demolition materials.
A University of Louisville guidebook for communities and organizations interested in developing a recycling program for construction and demolition materials.
http://cepm.louisville.edu/Pubs_WPapers/practiceguides/PG7.pdf
Building Materials Reuse Association (BMRA) attempts to disperse the understanding of the benefits from reusing and recycling construction debris as well as facilitate a more environmental waste disposal approach for contractors and construction companies
Building Materials Reuse Association (BMRA) attempts to disperse the understanding of the benefits from reusing and recycling construction debris as well as facilitate a more environmental waste disposal approach for contractors and construction companies
http://www.bmra.org/home
California’s Integrated Waste Management Board is a good source for learning about the different types of materials in the demolition waste stream and how they can be properly recycled.
California’s Integrated Waste Management Board is a good source for learning about the different types of materials in the demolition waste stream and how they can be properly recycled.
http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/condemo/
Construction and Demolition Recycling is the website for its magazine and is a great source for finding articles and information on recycling materials during construction and demolition projects.
Construction and Demolition Recycling is the website for its magazine and is a great source for finding articles and information on recycling materials during construction and demolition projects.
http://www.cdrecycler.com/
The Associated General Contractors of America’s (AGC) Environmental web page contains many resources for the recycling of construction debris. Click on the following link to go directly to AGC’s “Recycling Toolkit” section.
The Associated General Contractors of America’s (AGC) Environmental web page contains many resources for the recycling of construction debris. Click on the following link to go directly to AGC’s “Recycling Toolkit” section.
http://www.agc.org/cs/environment
The Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Center (CICAC) succinctly describes C&D Recycling on its web page as well as assemble various helpful links for demolition debris recycling.
The Construction Industry Compliance Assistance Center (CICAC) succinctly describes C&D Recycling on its web page as well as assemble various helpful links for demolition debris recycling.
http://www.cicacenter.org/cdrecycling.html
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has produced a guide for architects and contractors on how to reuse and recycle waste materials engendered during demolition.
The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection has produced a guide for architects and contractors on how to reuse and recycle waste materials engendered during demolition.
http://www.mass.gov/dep/recycle/reduce/cdrguide.pdf
The National Demolition Association is affiliated with U.S. and Canadian demolition services and can serve as the nexus between construction companies and construction and demolition material recycling companies.
The National Demolition Association is affiliated with U.S. and Canadian demolition services and can serve as the nexus between construction companies and construction and demolition material recycling companies.
http://www.demolitionassociation.com/
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to diffusing knowledge about and the development of LEED certified buildings. The USGBC is the developer of the LEED certification system.
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a U.S. non-profit organization dedicated to diffusing knowledge about and the development of LEED certified buildings. The USGBC is the developer of the LEED certification system.
http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=124
This link by Construction Business Owner briefly explains the economic and environmental benefits from recycling construction and demolition material while also giving links to various other demolition recycling websites.
This link by Construction Business Owner briefly explains the economic and environmental benefits from recycling construction and demolition material while also giving links to various other demolition recycling websites.
http://www.constructionbusinessowner.com/topics/environment-and-compliance/recycling-construction-materials-an-important-part-of-the-construction-process.html
This link takes one to EPA’s central page promoting the recycling of construction and demolition materials.
This link takes one to EPA’s central page promoting the recycling of construction and demolition materials.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/rrr/imr/cdm/index.htm
Economics of Recycling
“Puzzled about Recycling’s Value? Look Beyond the Bin” is another EPA paper delineating the economic benefits from recycling.
“Puzzled about Recycling’s Value? Look Beyond the Bin” is another EPA paper delineating the economic benefits from recycling.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/downloads/benefits.pdf
“The Economics of Recycling in the Southeast: Understanding the Whole Picture” is an EPA document that expounds on the economic benefits of recycling through job creation and community development.
“The Economics of Recycling in the Southeast: Understanding the Whole Picture” is an EPA document that expounds on the economic benefits of recycling through job creation and community development.
http://www.epa.gov/Region4/waste/rcra/mgtoolkit/documents/Economics_Fact_Sheet.pdf
A 2008 New York Times article titled “In Economic Terms, Recycling Almost Pays” is an enlightening article about the economic viability of the city of New York’s curbside recycling program.
A 2008 New York Times article titled “In Economic Terms, Recycling Almost Pays” is an enlightening article about the economic viability of the city of New York’s curbside recycling program.
http://www.nytimes.com/2008/05/29/nyregion/29recycle.html?scp=1&sq=recycling+almost&st=nyt
The economic benefits from recycling are highlighted in this Fact Sheet prepared by South Carolina’s Department of Health and Environmental Control.
The economic benefits from recycling are highlighted in this Fact Sheet prepared by South Carolina’s Department of Health and Environmental Control.
http://www.scdhec.gov/environment/lwm/recycle/pubs/env_hlth_benefits_recycling.pdf
The EPA's "U.S.Recycling Economics Information Project” is one of the most complete studies one can find on the multifarious economic impacts the recycling industry has in the United States.
The EPA's "U.S.Recycling Economics Information Project” is one of the most complete studies one can find on the multifarious economic impacts the recycling industry has in the United States.
http://www.epa.gov/waste/conserve/rrr/rmd/rei-rw/index.htm
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The EPA’s “Economics Links and Resources” enables researchers to have easy access to studies related to recycling economics.
The EPA’s “Economics Links and Resources” enables researchers to have easy access to studies related to recycling economics.
http://www.epa.gov/Region4/waste/rcra/mgtoolkit/Economics_Links.html
The EPA’s “Recycling Market Development” web page is a good source for those interested in the economic impacts from recycling, specifically the industry’s ability to create jobs.
The EPA’s “Recycling Market Development” web page is a good source for those interested in the economic impacts from recycling, specifically the industry’s ability to create jobs.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/rrr/rmd/index.htm
This document provides an updated version of the economic benefits from recycling in Pennsylvania.
This document provides an updated version of the economic benefits from recycling in Pennsylvania.
http://www.nerc.org/documents/rei_pa_recycler.pdf
Electronics Recycling
Electronics Recycling: City and State E-Scrap Programs
A map of states that have passed or have introduced legislation mandating state-wide e-waste recycling.
A map of states that have passed or have introduced legislation mandating state-wide e-waste recycling.
http://www.electronicstakeback.com/legislation/state_legislation.htm
California’s Erecycle.org is an excellent site for locating e-recycling centers in California.
California’s Erecycle.org is an excellent site for locating e-recycling centers in California.
http://www.erecycle.org/search.asp
Consumers and businesses can easily locate electronic recycling programs close to their city by using E-Cycling Central’s “State E-cycling Search” function, which identifies most of the electronic recycling centers in each state.
Consumers and businesses can easily locate electronic recycling programs close to their city by using E-Cycling Central’s “State E-cycling Search” function, which identifies most of the electronic recycling centers in each state.
http://www.ecyclingcentral.com/
E-Cycle Missouri is a state-run program for e-scrap.
E-Cycle Missouri is a state-run program for e-scrap.
http://www.dnr.mo.gov/ecyclemo/
Earth 911 is another organization that aims to facilitate recycling by helping consumers easily locate electronic recycling programs and centers close to their area.
Earth 911 is another organization that aims to facilitate recycling by helping consumers easily locate electronic recycling programs and centers close to their area.
http://earth911.com/
Find information about the State of New Mexico’s e-scrap recycling program.
Find information about the State of New Mexico’s e-scrap recycling program.
http://www.nmenv.state.nm.us/SWB/ElectronicScrap.htm
My Green Electronics is a great web site to learn more about electronic recycling and finding e-cycling centers throughout the U.S. One simply needs to type in his/her zip code or city to find the closest center.
My Green Electronics is a great web site to learn more about electronic recycling and finding e-cycling centers throughout the U.S. One simply needs to type in his/her zip code or city to find the closest center.
http://www.mygreenelectronics.org/home.aspx
One can find information on Louisville, Kentucky’s e-scrap program, “Cybercycle”.
One can find information on Louisville, Kentucky’s e-scrap program, “Cybercycle”.
http://www.louisvilleky.gov/SolidWaste/recycling/E-Scrap+Recycling.htm
Our Earth helps consumers find local recycling centers, including programs that accept electronics.
Our Earth helps consumers find local recycling centers, including programs that accept electronics.
http://www.ourearth.org/recycling/
Tech Soup’s “Donate Hardware” web page is a great source for those either interested in donating used electronic hardware to non-profit organizations and schools or for those in search of recycled electronic goods.
Tech Soup’s “Donate Hardware” web page is a great source for those either interested in donating used electronic hardware to non-profit organizations and schools or for those in search of recycled electronic goods.
http://www.techsoup.org/resources/index.cfm?action=resource.view_summary&resourcelist_id=144&style=recycle&set=products
The State of Tennessee has created a great web resource for learning more about e-scrap and how it can be recycled for in- and out-of-state residents in the U.S.
The State of Tennessee has created a great web resource for learning more about e-scrap and how it can be recycled for in- and out-of-state residents in the U.S.
http://www.tennessee.gov/environment/swm/escrap/
Electronics Recycling: E-Plastics Processors
MBA Polymers is a company which focuses on the recycling of e-plastics.
MBA Polymers is a company which focuses on the recycling of e-plastics.
http://www.mbapolymers.com/homeusa.htm
This article by Plastics Technology highlights the difficulties in developing e-plastic recycling programs.
This article by Plastics Technology highlights the difficulties in developing e-plastic recycling programs.
http://www.ptonline.com/articles/200708fa2.html
Electronics Recycling: E-Scrap Processors
Call 2 Recycle is an organization dedicated to the recycling of rechargeable batteries and cell phones.
Call 2 Recycle is an organization dedicated to the recycling of rechargeable batteries and cell phones.
http://www.rbrc.org/
E-Cycle Environmental
E-Cycle Environmental
http://www.ecycleenvironmental.com/scrap-recycling
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Electronics Recycling: Environmental Groups
E-cycling Central supports the recycling of electronics products. The site contains a useful E-cycling Center locator that identifies the available e-cycling centers in each State across the U.S.
E-cycling Central supports the recycling of electronics products. The site contains a useful E-cycling Center locator that identifies the available e-cycling centers in each State across the U.S.
http://www.ecyclingcentral.com/index.php
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI)
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI)
http://www.isri.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home1
The Indiana Recycling Coalition has created the state E-Scrap Action Program (ESAP).
The Indiana Recycling Coalition has created the state E-Scrap Action Program (ESAP).
http://www.indianarecycling.org/node/18
Electronics Recycling: General
A glossary of electronics recycling terms.
A glossary of electronics recycling terms.
http://www.girpm.com/articles/glossary.asp
“Setting Up & Operating Electronics Recycling/Reuse Programs: A Manual for Municipalities & Counties” is a guidebook published by the Northeast Recycling Council (NERC) to help e-cycle program managers create successful e-cycling programs.
“Setting Up & Operating Electronics Recycling/Reuse Programs: A Manual for Municipalities & Counties” is a guidebook published by the Northeast Recycling Council (NERC) to help e-cycle program managers create successful e-cycling programs.
http://www.nerc.org/documents/survey/index.html
Data on e-scrap recycling
Data on e-scrap recycling
http://www.electronicstakeback.com/Tools/Facts_and_Figures.pdf
E-Cycle Environmental
E-Cycle Environmental
http://www.ecycleenvironmental.com/scrap-recycling
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Greenpeace’s short summary of the definition of e-waste.
Greenpeace’s short summary of the definition of e-waste.
http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/campaigns/toxics/hi-tech-highly-toxic/e-waste
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) of South Carolina provides a brief Fact Sheet on e-scrap recycling.
The Department of Health and Environmental Control (DHEC) of South Carolina provides a brief Fact Sheet on e-scrap recycling.
http://www.scdhec.gov/environment/lwm/recycle/pubs/e-scrap.pdf
The EPA’s “Basic Information” web page is a great start for those interested in perusing the field of E-cycling. This site provides information for how one can effectively recycle or reuse electronics and give links to other valuable sources.
The EPA’s “Basic Information” web page is a great start for those interested in perusing the field of E-cycling. This site provides information for how one can effectively recycle or reuse electronics and give links to other valuable sources.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/materials/ecycling/basic.htm
The National Center for Electronics Recycling (NCER) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and enhancement of a national infrastructure for the recycling of used electronics in the U.S.
The National Center for Electronics Recycling (NCER) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the development and enhancement of a national infrastructure for the recycling of used electronics in the U.S.
http://www.electronicsrecycling.org/public/
This “E-Scrap Management Toolkit” is produced by the IRC’s E-Scrap Action Program (ESAP) and contains information for those interested in beginning e-scrap programs.
This “E-Scrap Management Toolkit” is produced by the IRC’s E-Scrap Action Program (ESAP) and contains information for those interested in beginning e-scrap programs.
http://www.indianarecycling.org/node/34
Electronics Recycling: Green Electronics
Information on Energy Star’s criteria for determining an Energy Star-certified computer can be located on this web page, as well as different links for finding Energy Star-registered electronic products.
Information on Energy Star’s criteria for determining an Energy Star-certified computer can be located on this web page, as well as different links for finding Energy Star-registered electronic products.
http://www.energystar.gov/index.cfm?fuseaction=find_a_product.ShowProductGroup&pgw_code=CO
EPEAT is a model or certification that aids consumers in purchasing the most environmentally sound notebook, laptop, or desktop computer.
EPEAT is a model or certification that aids consumers in purchasing the most environmentally sound notebook, laptop, or desktop computer.
http://epeat.net/
The Electronics Environmental Benefits Calculator allows consumers to see the environmental benefits from patronizing EPEAT-registered products.
The Electronics Environmental Benefits Calculator allows consumers to see the environmental benefits from patronizing EPEAT-registered products.
http://isse.utk.edu/ccp/projects/benefitscalculator/elecbenecalc.html
The EPA’s program “Plug-In to E-cycling” has amassed a list of companies that recycle, reuse, or refurbish certain electronic goods.
The EPA’s program “Plug-In to E-cycling” has amassed a list of companies that recycle, reuse, or refurbish certain electronic goods.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/partnerships/plugin/partners.htm
The Federal Electronics Challenge (FEC) is a governmental program aimed to encourage and increase the rate of recycling of federal facilities’ electronic devices.
The Federal Electronics Challenge (FEC) is a governmental program aimed to encourage and increase the rate of recycling of federal facilities’ electronic devices.
http://www.federalelectronicschallenge.net/
Electronics Recycling: Metals Processors
A 2009 article on the metals in electronics equipment and methods for recovering said metals.
A 2009 article on the metals in electronics equipment and methods for recovering said metals.
http://www.preciousmetals.umicore.com/publications/articles_by_umicore/electronic_scrap/greenRecyclingOfEEE.pdf
Environmental Benefits of Recycling
“The environmental benefits of water recycling and reuse” by John Anderson is a study delineating the success of the recycling of water enabling further agricultural, residential, and industrial use.
“The environmental benefits of water recycling and reuse” by John Anderson is a study delineating the success of the recycling of water enabling further agricultural, residential, and industrial use.
http://www.iwaponline.com/ws/00304/0001/003040001.pdf
Greenhouse gas savings from using recycled content, calculated by using EPA’s ReCon tool.
Greenhouse gas savings from using recycled content, calculated by using EPA’s ReCon tool.
http://www.epa.gov/climatechange/wycd/waste/calculators/ReCon_Online.html
The National Recycling Coalition’s environmental benefits calculator to determine water and energy savings from recycling.
The National Recycling Coalition’s environmental benefits calculator to determine water and energy savings from recycling.
http://www.nrc-recycle.org/theconversionator/shell.html
The NERC has developed an Environmental Benefit Calculator which allows one to see the tangible environmental benefits from source reduction and recycling. The following link leads to several environmental benefit fact sheets for individual U.S. States.
The NERC has developed an Environmental Benefit Calculator which allows one to see the tangible environmental benefits from source reduction and recycling. The following link leads to several environmental benefit fact sheets for individual U.S. States.
http://www.nerc.org/documents/blank_fact_sheet.html
The NRC’s Environmental Benefits Calculator also allows users to calculate their environmental impact when choosing to recycle.
The NRC’s Environmental Benefits Calculator also allows users to calculate their environmental impact when choosing to recycle.
http://www.nerc.org/topic_areas/environmental_benefits_calculator.html
Environmental Organizations Involved in Recycling
Container Recycling Institute
Container Recycling Institute
http://www.container-recycling.org/
Natural Resource Defense Council
Natural Resource Defense Council
http://www.nrdc.org/
Resources for the Future
Resources for the Future
http://www.rff.org/Pages/default.aspx
Worldwatch Institute
Worldwatch Institute
http://www.worldwatch.org/
Container Recycling Institute
Container Recycling Institute
http://www.bottlebill.org/
Earth Policy Institute
Earth Policy Institute
http://www.earth-policy.org/index.php
Eco-Cycle
Eco-Cycle
http://www.ecocycle.org/index.cfm
Environment Canada
Environment Canada
http://www.ec.gc.ca/default.asp?lang=En&n=6B993ED0-1
Environmental Defense
Environmental Defense
http://www.edf.org/home.cfm
Greenpeace
Greenpeace
http://www.greenpeace.org/usa/
List of Accredited Online Schools
List of Accredited Online Schools
http://www.onlineschools.org/guides/
Recycle Now has been developed by the Government of England to diffuse knowledge about the benefits from recycling.
Recycle Now has been developed by the Government of England to diffuse knowledge about the benefits from recycling.
http://www.recyclenow.com/?lang=_e
The Environment Agency
The Environment Agency
http://www.environment-agency.gov.uk/research/library/data/34425.aspx
The European Environment Agency (EEA)
The European Environment Agency (EEA)
http://www.eea.europa.eu/
The Natural Resources Defense Council’s recycling webpage.
The Natural Resources Defense Council’s recycling webpage.
http://www.nrdc.org/recycling/default.asp
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP)
http://www.unep.org/
Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP)
Waste and Resources Action Programme (WRAP)
http://www.wrap.org.uk/?lang=_e
Events Recycling
A green events resource page put together by Tufts University which contains links to a number of green event resources.
A green events resource page put together by Tufts University which contains links to a number of green event resources.
http://sustainability.tufts.edu/?pid=137&c=50
A powerpoint guide published by Stanford University on putting on green events.
A powerpoint guide published by Stanford University on putting on green events.
http://sustainablestanford.stanford.edu/sites/sem.stanford.edu/files/documents/Stanford_green_event_guidelines
A powerpoint on environmentally friendly catering.
A powerpoint on environmentally friendly catering.
http://catering.ucdavis.edu/resources.html
An EPA guide to planning and conducting green events.
An EPA guide to planning and conducting green events.
http://www.greenbiz.com/sites/default/files/document/O16F2392.pdf
An EPA press release which contains a check-list for assessing potential locations for meetings and events.
An EPA press release which contains a check-list for assessing potential locations for meetings and events.
http://yosemite.epa.gov/opa/admpress.nsf/bb1285e857b49ac4852572a00065683f/d924a644efe48d0a852572cf00510724
The National Recycling Coalition's Green Meeting Policy.
The National Recycling Coalition's Green Meeting Policy.
http://www.nrc-recycle.org/Data/Sites/1/greenmtgpolicy.pdf
Exporting of Recyclables
Contains information about plastics exporting, including packaging, shipping abbreviations, letters of credit, and other considerations for potential plastics exporters.
Contains information about plastics exporting, including packaging, shipping abbreviations, letters of credit, and other considerations for potential plastics exporters.
http://www.caplasticsmarkets.com/info.php?p=export
Ferrous and Non-Ferrous Metal Recycling
Non-Ferrous Metals and Their Contribution to Sustainable Development (NFMSD) is an organization dedicated to enlightening others about the benefits of the recycling of non-ferrous metals.
Non-Ferrous Metals and Their Contribution to Sustainable Development (NFMSD) is an organization dedicated to enlightening others about the benefits of the recycling of non-ferrous metals.
http://www.nfmsd.org/
The BIR web page for information on recycling ferrous materials. The page also provides links to statistics on steel production from 2009 and a brief description of the recycling process for ferrous material.
The BIR web page for information on recycling ferrous materials. The page also provides links to statistics on steel production from 2009 and a brief description of the recycling process for ferrous material.
http://www.bir.org/aboutrecycling/ferrous.asp
The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) web page for information on recycling non-ferrous materials.
The Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) web page for information on recycling non-ferrous materials.
http://www.bir.org/aboutrecycling/non-ferrous.asp
International Recycling Organizations
Cempre is a Brazilian recycling organization.
Cempre is a Brazilian recycling organization.
http://www.cempre.org.br/ingles/index.php
Demolition and Recycling International (D&RL)
Demolition and Recycling International (D&RL)
http://www.khl.com/magazines/demolition-and-recycling-international/
Expanded Polystrene Recycling International (EPS Recycling)
Expanded Polystrene Recycling International (EPS Recycling)
http://www.epsrecycling.org/pages/recycle1.html
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
http://www.isri.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home1
International Metal Recycling
International Metal Recycling
http://www.internationalmetalrecycling.com/
International Mold Pulp Environmental Packaging Association
International Mold Pulp Environmental Packaging Association
http://www.impepa.org/
International Recycling
International Recycling
http://www.international-recycling.com/index.htm
International Resources and Recycling Institute
International Resources and Recycling Institute
http://www.recycling-institute.info/
Recycling International
Recycling International
http://www.recyclinginternational.com/Default.aspx
World Reuse, Repair, and Recycling Association (WR3A)
World Reuse, Repair, and Recycling Association (WR3A)
http://www.wr3a.org/
Markets
Markets: Aluminum
“Aluminum Industry Roadmap for the Automotive Market” is a study performed by the Aluminum Association and the U.S. Department of Energy highlighting the appropriate steps that must be taken to expand the use of aluminum in modern, fuel efficient vehicles
“Aluminum Industry Roadmap for the Automotive Market” is a study performed by the Aluminum Association and the U.S. Department of Energy highlighting the appropriate steps that must be taken to expand the use of aluminum in modern, fuel efficient vehicles
http://www.aluminum.org/Content/NavigationMenu/TheIndustry/TechnologyResources/TechnologyArticles/autoroadmap.pdf
Refer to the “Aluminum Markets” section of this web page to learn more about the three biggest markets for aluminum in the U.S.
Refer to the “Aluminum Markets” section of this web page to learn more about the three biggest markets for aluminum in the U.S.
http://www.aluminum.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Overview&Template=/CM/HTMLDisplay.cfm&ContentID=29176
Markets: Paper
A directory of resources regarding recycled paper markets.
A directory of resources regarding recycled paper markets.
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/paper/Markets/
Materials Recovery Facility (MRF) Technology
“Biodegradable and Residual Waste Management: The ArrowBio Process for Mixed Municipal Solid Waste.” This is a very informational resource to learn the functionality of the Arrow Bio technology.
“Biodegradable and Residual Waste Management: The ArrowBio Process for Mixed Municipal Solid Waste.” This is a very informational resource to learn the functionality of the Arrow Bio technology.
http://www.alexmarshall.me.uk/index_files/documents/HarrogateProceedings.pdf
A presentation on the state of California’s current and future plans for researching and investing in MRF technologies.
A presentation on the state of California’s current and future plans for researching and investing in MRF technologies.
http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/agendas/mtgdocs/2009/07/00024752.ppt
Advanced MRF is a company dedicated to creating equipment for materials recovery facilities.
Advanced MRF is a company dedicated to creating equipment for materials recovery facilities.
http://advancedmrf.com/
An article from Recycling Today describes a renovated MRF in Placer County, California that uses an innovative material separation technology.
An article from Recycling Today describes a renovated MRF in Placer County, California that uses an innovative material separation technology.
http://www.recyclingtoday.com/Article.aspx?article_id=23872
An article on how anaerobic digestion can be an effective technology for materials recovery facilities (MRF) by converting the organic waste in the waste stream to energy.
An article on how anaerobic digestion can be an effective technology for materials recovery facilities (MRF) by converting the organic waste in the waste stream to energy.
http://ezinearticles.com/?Anaerobic-Digestion-Makes-Renewable-Energy-from-Rubbish&id=561562
Arrowbio Ecology is the creator of the anaerobic digestion technology designed for materials recovery facilities.
Arrowbio Ecology is the creator of the anaerobic digestion technology designed for materials recovery facilities.
http://www.arrowbio.com/
Machinex is a Canadian MRF technology manufacturer. There website can provide information on some of the current technologies being used at MRFs.
Machinex is a Canadian MRF technology manufacturer. There website can provide information on some of the current technologies being used at MRFs.
http://www.machinex.ca/home.html
REDOX is a company that designs equipment to separate different types of MSW at materials recovery facilities.
REDOX is a company that designs equipment to separate different types of MSW at materials recovery facilities.
http://www.redox.nl/index.php?id=1706
San Jose, California’s MSW materials recovery facility (MRF) is illustrated graphically on this web page. One can see how materials are separated via a combination of laborers and machines.
San Jose, California’s MSW materials recovery facility (MRF) is illustrated graphically on this web page. One can see how materials are separated via a combination of laborers and machines.
http://www.sjrecycles.org/residents/mrf.asp
The ArrowBio Process is an anaerobic digestion waste separation technology which is increasingly used at materials recovery facilities. This article explains the process.
The ArrowBio Process is an anaerobic digestion waste separation technology which is increasingly used at materials recovery facilities. This article explains the process.
http://www.anaerobic-digestion.com/html/arrowbio_process_uasb.php
This Waste Technology website has a video of a United Kingdom MRF and the waste separation process at the facility.
This Waste Technology website has a video of a United Kingdom MRF and the waste separation process at the facility.
http://www.waste-technology.co.uk/MRF/mrf.html
This YouTube video of an Edmonton MRF is an informative introduction to how a standard waste separation facility operates.
This YouTube video of an Edmonton MRF is an informative introduction to how a standard waste separation facility operates.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ErPL02MCWD8
Mattress Recycling
“A Benefit-Cost Analysis of Recycling Programs for the Eugene Saint Vincent de Paul”
“A Benefit-Cost Analysis of Recycling Programs for the Eugene Saint Vincent de Paul”
http://www.uoregon.edu/~econ/honors/2007/SVDP.pdf
“Used Mattress Disposal and Component Recycling – Opportunities and Challenges” is a study conducted by the ISPA’s Mattress Disposal Task Force. The study is highly informative on the potential of mattress recycling.
“Used Mattress Disposal and Component Recycling – Opportunities and Challenges” is a study conducted by the ISPA’s Mattress Disposal Task Force. The study is highly informative on the potential of mattress recycling.
http://www.sleepproducts.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Sustainability2/Used_Mattress_Component_Recycling/UsedMattressesDisposalReport[3].pdf
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Conigliario Industries is one of the only companies in the U.S. that recycles mattresses.
Conigliario Industries is one of the only companies in the U.S. that recycles mattresses.
http://www.conigliaro.com/recycling/mattress.cfm
Discovery’s Planet Green has produced a video demonstrating the mattress recycling process and what type of goods are produced from the recycled material.
Discovery’s Planet Green has produced a video demonstrating the mattress recycling process and what type of goods are produced from the recycled material.
http://planetgreen.discovery.com/videos/g-word-online-clips-mattress-recycling.html
DR3 Mattress Recycling is one of the world’s leaders in mattress recycling and one of the first to open a mattress recycling facility.
DR3 Mattress Recycling is one of the world’s leaders in mattress recycling and one of the first to open a mattress recycling facility.
http://www.svdp.us/dr3-mattress-recycling.php
Dreamsafe is an Australian mattress recycling company.
Dreamsafe is an Australian mattress recycling company.
http://www.dreamsafe.com.au/
Hope Services in California facilitates the recycling of mattresses through accepting individuals’ used mattresses.
Hope Services in California facilitates the recycling of mattresses through accepting individuals’ used mattresses.
http://www.hopeservices.org/foundation/mattress.htm
MattCanada is a mattress recycling company based in Montreal, Canada.
MattCanada is a mattress recycling company based in Montreal, Canada.
http://www.mattcanada.com/
Nine Lives Mattress Recycling based out of South Carolina is another U.S. based mattress recycling company.
Nine Lives Mattress Recycling based out of South Carolina is another U.S. based mattress recycling company.
http://www.ninelivesmattressrecycling.com/index.html
Ohio Mattress Recovery is dedicated to recycling mattresses. The company’s web page has several useful links and pieces of information about mattress recycling.
Ohio Mattress Recovery is dedicated to recycling mattresses. The company’s web page has several useful links and pieces of information about mattress recycling.
http://www.ohiomattressrecovery.com/
The International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) is an excellent source for information on mattress disposal methods and materials that can be produced via the recycling of mattresses.
The International Sleep Products Association (ISPA) is an excellent source for information on mattress disposal methods and materials that can be produced via the recycling of mattresses.
http://www.sleepproducts.org/Content/NavigationMenu/Sustainability2/Used_Mattress_Component_Recycling/Used_Mattress_Component_Recycling.htm
This short post about the recycling of mattresses is enlightening and provides several other links related to mattress recycling.
This short post about the recycling of mattresses is enlightening and provides several other links related to mattress recycling.
http://www.thegoodhuman.com/2009/06/14/how-and-where-to-recycle-an-old-mattress/
Medical Waste Recycling
“Finding the Rx for Managing Medical Wastes” is a U.S. Congress Office of Technology Assessment (OTA) report that examines the various medical waste disposal methods.
“Finding the Rx for Managing Medical Wastes” is a U.S. Congress Office of Technology Assessment (OTA) report that examines the various medical waste disposal methods.
http://www.princeton.edu/~ota/disk2/1990/9018/9018.PDF
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“Safe management of wastes from health-care activities” is a World Health Organization (WHO) paper intended to guide communities and health-care services/providers in environmentally sound disposal methods for medical waste.
“Safe management of wastes from health-care activities” is a World Health Organization (WHO) paper intended to guide communities and health-care services/providers in environmentally sound disposal methods for medical waste.
http://www.watersanitationhygiene.org/References/EH_KEY_REFERENCES/SANITATION/Solid Waste Collection and Disposal/Safe Management of Wastes from Health Care Activities (WHO).pdf
“Waste Minimization, Segregation, and Recycling in Hospitals” is a HCWH published pamphlet which provides tips for hospitals and other health facilities on how to best manage their medical waste stream.
“Waste Minimization, Segregation, and Recycling in Hospitals” is a HCWH published pamphlet which provides tips for hospitals and other health facilities on how to best manage their medical waste stream.
http://www.noharm.org/lib/downloads/waste/Waste_Min_Seg_Recyc_in_Hosp.pdf
A CDC report titled “Guidelines for Environmental Infection Control in Health-Care Facilities”
A CDC report titled “Guidelines for Environmental Infection Control in Health-Care Facilities”
http://www.cdc.gov/MMWR/preview/MMWRhtml/rr5210a1.htm
A link to EPA’s web page for “State Medical Waste Programs and Regulations”.
A link to EPA’s web page for “State Medical Waste Programs and Regulations”.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/nonhaz/industrial/medical/programs.htm
A state of Hawaii Fact Sheet on how to properly dispose of home medical waste.
A state of Hawaii Fact Sheet on how to properly dispose of home medical waste.
http://hawaii.gov/health/environmental/waste/sw/pdf/medwaste.pdf
Coalition for Safe Community Needle Disposal
Coalition for Safe Community Needle Disposal
http://www.safeneedledisposal.org/
Earth 911 gives a brief introduction on medical waste recycling.
Earth 911 gives a brief introduction on medical waste recycling.
http://earth911.com/hazardous/medical-waste/tips-for-recycling-medical-waste/
EPA’s “Community Options for Safe Needle Disposal”
EPA’s “Community Options for Safe Needle Disposal”
http://www.epa.gov/osw/nonhaz/industrial/medical/med-govt.pdf
EPA’s web page containing information about medical waste and current disposal methods.
EPA’s web page containing information about medical waste and current disposal methods.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/nonhaz/industrial/medical/
Find governmental publications to many informative reports regarding the disposal of medical waste and treatment technologies and methods.
Find governmental publications to many informative reports regarding the disposal of medical waste and treatment technologies and methods.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/nonhaz/industrial/medical/publications.htm
Health-Care Without Harm’s (HCWH) website is a great source for information on the hazard of improperly disposing of medical waste and contains great links regarding the most effective disposal methods.
Health-Care Without Harm’s (HCWH) website is a great source for information on the hazard of improperly disposing of medical waste and contains great links regarding the most effective disposal methods.
http://www.noharm.org/all_regions/issues/waste/
Medical Waste Tracking Act of 1988 was a government law administering regulations on medical waste disposal. This act also created a working task force that researched the potential health hazard to the public after the medical waste’s disposal.
Medical Waste Tracking Act of 1988 was a government law administering regulations on medical waste disposal. This act also created a working task force that researched the potential health hazard to the public after the medical waste’s disposal.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/nonhaz/industrial/medical/tracking.htm
Stericycle is a medical waste disposal company.
Stericycle is a medical waste disposal company.
http://www.stericycle.com/medical-waste-disposal.html
The CDC’s Safe Community Needle Disposal web page gives researchers easy access to information on State needle disposal programs.
The CDC’s Safe Community Needle Disposal web page gives researchers easy access to information on State needle disposal programs.
http://www.cdc.gov/needledisposal/
Multi-Family Recycling
“Multifamily Recycling: A National Study” is research conducted by the EPA on MFR programs throughout the U.S.
“Multifamily Recycling: A National Study” is research conducted by the EPA on MFR programs throughout the U.S.
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/nonhaz/municipal/pubs/multifamily.pdf
“Recycling in multifamily housing: Making Mandatory Recycling Work” reports on the success of a MFR program installed in Broward County, Florida.
“Recycling in multifamily housing: Making Mandatory Recycling Work” reports on the success of a MFR program installed in Broward County, Florida.
http://www.p2pays.org/ref/06/05975.pdf
“Strategies for Record-Setting Waste Reduction in Multi-Family Dwellings” is an EPA Fact Sheet and guide on how to implement effective MFR programs.
“Strategies for Record-Setting Waste Reduction in Multi-Family Dwellings” is an EPA Fact Sheet and guide on how to implement effective MFR programs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/downloads/f99022.pdf
A recycling program success story for Beaverton, Oregon by the EPA. The program includes recycling for multifamily housing.
A recycling program success story for Beaverton, Oregon by the EPA. The program includes recycling for multifamily housing.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/localgov/success/beaverton.htm
A recycling program success story for Palm Beach County, Florida by the EPA. The program includes recycling for multifamily housing.
A recycling program success story for Palm Beach County, Florida by the EPA. The program includes recycling for multifamily housing.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/localgov/success/palmbeach.htm
An EPA Fact Sheet - “Multifamily Recycling: A Golden Opportunity for Solid Waste Reduction”
An EPA Fact Sheet - “Multifamily Recycling: A Golden Opportunity for Solid Waste Reduction”
http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/conserve/rrr/pubs/multi.pdf
Eureka Recycling provides several tools that can be used for recycling program managers.
Eureka Recycling provides several tools that can be used for recycling program managers.
http://www.eurekarecycling.org/Tools.cfm
Eureka Recycling, in coordination with the Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance, constructed a report researching the “Best Practices in Multifamily (Apartment) Recycling”.
Eureka Recycling, in coordination with the Minnesota Office of Environmental Assistance, constructed a report researching the “Best Practices in Multifamily (Apartment) Recycling”.
http://www.eurekarecycling.org/tools/reports/BestPracticesInMFRecyclingReport.pdf
Find information and other resources on MFR in this website.
Find information and other resources on MFR in this website.
http://www.rethinkwaste.org/residents/multi-family-dwellings/recycling-services
The California Integrated Waste Management Board’s webpage for multifamily recycling has a wealth of information and resources on the topic of MFR programs.
The California Integrated Waste Management Board’s webpage for multifamily recycling has a wealth of information and resources on the topic of MFR programs.
http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/LGCENTRAL/Programs/MultiFamily/Default.htm
Municipal Collection Approach
Municipal Collection Approach: Curbside
A map that shows access to curbside recycling by state.
A map that shows access to curbside recycling by state.
http://paperrecycles.org/community_recycling/maps/index.html
Curbside Value Partnership (CVP), as a method of improving the environment throughout the United States, works with and creates education programs for communities using curbside recycling.
Curbside Value Partnership (CVP), as a method of improving the environment throughout the United States, works with and creates education programs for communities using curbside recycling.
http://www.recyclecurbside.org/
General Information on California’s curbside collection recycling program.
General Information on California’s curbside collection recycling program.
http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/LGLibrary/Innovations/Curbside/Program.htm
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality guidelines and helpful tips for curbside recycling programs.
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality guidelines and helpful tips for curbside recycling programs.
http://deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/pdf/Recycling_CurbsideRecyclingTips/$File/CurbsideProgramTips.pdf?OpenElement
The city government of San Diego’s webpage for its curbside recycling program. Refer to the top of the page for a video on the curbside recycling program.
The city government of San Diego’s webpage for its curbside recycling program. Refer to the top of the page for a video on the curbside recycling program.
http://www.sandiego.gov/environmental-services/recycling/curbside.shtml
The recycling organization, Earth 911, has an informative website on the typical forms of curbside recycling available in communities. The page provides some interesting data on recycling in the U.S.
The recycling organization, Earth 911, has an informative website on the typical forms of curbside recycling available in communities. The page provides some interesting data on recycling in the U.S.
http://earth911.com/recycling/curbside-recycling/
Municipal Collection Approach: Drop-off
A guide to waste management practices, go to Table 5.1 for a comparison between different types of collection approaches including drop-off.
A guide to waste management practices, go to Table 5.1 for a comparison between different types of collection approaches including drop-off.
http://www.crcnetbase.com/doi/abs/10.1201/9781420037517.ch5
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality guidelines for establishing a drop-off recycling program.
Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality guidelines for establishing a drop-off recycling program.
http://deq.state.ms.us/MDEQ.nsf/pdf/Recycling_DropoffRecyclingTips/$File/DropoffProgramTips.pdf?OpenElement
Municipal Collection Approach: Pay-As-You-Throw
“Incentives and Waste: Pay-As-You-Throw”
“Incentives and Waste: Pay-As-You-Throw”
http://www.heartland.org/policybot/results/10275/Incentives_and_Waste_PayasYouThrow.html
“Pay-As-You-Throw Collection Systems” gives one of the most lucid explanations of the multifaceted PAYT system. It is created by the Environmental Management Department of the state of Georgia.
“Pay-As-You-Throw Collection Systems” gives one of the most lucid explanations of the multifaceted PAYT system. It is created by the Environmental Management Department of the state of Georgia.
http://www.dca.state.ga.us/development/EnvironmentalManagement/programs/downloads/pay.pdf
An EPA and SERA co-sponsored study on the PAYT program: “Pay-As-You-Throw in the US: 2006 Update and Analyses”.
An EPA and SERA co-sponsored study on the PAYT program: “Pay-As-You-Throw in the US: 2006 Update and Analyses”.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/pdf/sera06.pdf
An EPA resource on Billing for PAYT programs.
An EPA resource on Billing for PAYT programs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/top2.htm
An EPA resource on how to accommodate Special Populations for PAYT programs.
An EPA resource on how to accommodate Special Populations for PAYT programs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/top19.htm
An EPA resource on Pricing Systems for PAYT programs.
An EPA resource on Pricing Systems for PAYT programs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/top13.htm
An EPA resource on the concern of Illegal Diversion under PAYT programs
An EPA resource on the concern of Illegal Diversion under PAYT programs
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/top8.htm
An EPA resource on Volume vs. Weight-Based payment for PAYT programs.
An EPA resource on Volume vs. Weight-Based payment for PAYT programs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/top20.htm
The EPA’s Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) webpage is a great start for learning about the basics of PAYT.
The EPA’s Pay-As-You-Throw (PAYT) webpage is a great start for learning about the basics of PAYT.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/index.htm
This EPA link contains a myriad of Fact Sheets for PAYT programs.
This EPA link contains a myriad of Fact Sheets for PAYT programs.
http://www.epa.gov/osw/conserve/tools/payt/tools/fact.htm
Municipal Ordinances and State Legislation
A list of websites of state legislatures, useful for looking up specific legislation.
A list of websites of state legislatures, useful for looking up specific legislation.
http://www.raymond.com/links/legislat.html
Maintains updates on state recycling laws.
Maintains updates on state recycling laws.
http://www.raymond.com/
Reference library that includes a great deal of information on foreign legislation in addition to stateside information.
Reference library that includes a great deal of information on foreign legislation in addition to stateside information.
http://www.raymond.com/library/
National Trade Associations
American Iron and Steel Institute
American Iron and Steel Institute
http://www.steel.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home
Investment Recovery Association
Investment Recovery Association
http://www.invrecovery.org/
National Wooden Pallet & Container Association
National Wooden Pallet & Container Association
http://www.nwpca.com/
Remanufacturing Industries Council International
Remanufacturing Industries Council International
http://www.rici.org/
Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers
Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers
http://www.epspackaging.org/
American Forest & Paper Association
American Forest & Paper Association
http://www.afandpa.org/
American Plastics Council
American Plastics Council
http://www.americanchemistry.com/plastics/
Association of Municipal Recycling Coordinators
Association of Municipal Recycling Coordinators
http://www.freespace.net/~amrc
Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
http://www.plasticsrecycling.org/
Automotive Recyclers Association
Automotive Recyclers Association
http://www.autorecyc.org/
Bureau of International Recycling
Bureau of International Recycling
http://www.bir.org/
Can Manufacturers Institute
Can Manufacturers Institute
http://www.cancentral.com/
Canadian Association of Recycling Industries
Canadian Association of Recycling Industries
http://www.cari-acir.org/
Coast Waste Management Association
Coast Waste Management Association
http://www.cwma.bc.ca/about.html
Corrugated Packaging Council
Corrugated Packaging Council
http://www.corrugated.org/
Council of State Governments
Council of State Governments
http://www.statenews.org/
Environmental Industry Associations
Environmental Industry Associations
http://www.environmentalistseveryday.org/membership-solid-waste-industry-associations/about-eia-solid-waste-management/index.php
GrassRoots Recycling Network
GrassRoots Recycling Network
http://www.grrn.org/
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries
http://www.isri.org/imis15_prod/ISRI/
Integrated Waste Services Association
Integrated Waste Services Association
http://www.wte.org/
International Association for Electronics Recyclers
International Association for Electronics Recyclers
http://www.isri.org/iMIS15_prod/ISRI/default.aspx
International Molded Pulp Environmental Packaging Association
International Molded Pulp Environmental Packaging Association
http://www.impepa.com/
National League of Cities
National League of Cities
http://www.nlc.org/
National Oil Recyclers Association
National Oil Recyclers Association
http://www.noraoil.com/
National Recycling Coalition
National Recycling Coalition
http://www.nrc-recycle.org/
National Soft Drink Association
National Soft Drink Association
http://www.nsda.org/Login.aspx?ReturnUrl=%2fdefault.aspx
Polystyrene Packaging Council
Polystyrene Packaging Council
http://www.americanchemistry.com/s_plastics/sec_pfpg.asp?CID=1420&DID=5212
Reuse Development Organization
Reuse Development Organization
http://loadingdock.org/redo/
Rubber Pavements Association
Rubber Pavements Association
http://www.rubberpavements.org/
Secondary Materials and Recycled Textile Association
Secondary Materials and Recycled Textile Association
http://www.smartasn.org/
Society of the Plastics Industry
Society of the Plastics Industry
http://www.plasticsindustry.org/
Steel Recycling Institute
Steel Recycling Institute
http://www.steel.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home
The Aluminum Association
The Aluminum Association
http://www.aluminum.org/
The Vinyl Institute
The Vinyl Institute
http://www.vinylinfo.org/
Tire Retread Information Bureau
Tire Retread Information Bureau
http://www.camppinnacle.org/html/retreats1.html
100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance
100% Recycled Paperboard Alliance
http://www.rpa100.com/
Ag Container Recycling Council
Ag Container Recycling Council
http://www.acrecycle.org/
Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers
Alliance of Foam Packaging Recyclers
http://www.epspackaging.org/index.html
American Beverage Association (ABA) (National Soft Drink Association)
American Beverage Association (ABA) (National Soft Drink Association)
http://www.ameribev.org/
American Chemistry Council
American Chemistry Council
http://www.americanchemistry.com/
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
http://www.steel.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
American Iron and Steel Institute (AISI)
http://www.steel.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home
American Public Works Association
American Public Works Association
http://www.apwa.net/
Aseptic Packaging Council
Aseptic Packaging Council
http://www.aseptic.org/
Asphalt Recycling and Reclaiming Association (ARRA), a resource for learning about the different methods of asphalt recycling.
Asphalt Recycling and Reclaiming Association (ARRA), a resource for learning about the different methods of asphalt recycling.
http://www.arra.org/
Association of Responsible Recyclers (Also known as National Oil Recyclers Association (NORA)
Association of Responsible Recyclers (Also known as National Oil Recyclers Association (NORA)
http://www.noranews.org/
At the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) website, information can be found regarding ways in which used carpets and carpet scraps from production can be reused and recycled. This link takes one directly to the Recycle, Recover, and Reuse section of the site.
At the Carpet and Rug Institute (CRI) website, information can be found regarding ways in which used carpets and carpet scraps from production can be reused and recycled. This link takes one directly to the Recycle, Recover, and Reuse section of the site.
http://www.carpet-rug.org/commercial-customers/green-building-and-the-environment/recycle-recover-and-reuse.cfm
Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA)
Automotive Recyclers Association (ARA)
http://www.a-r-a.org/
Battery Council International (BCI) is a trade association for the lead-acid battery industry.
Battery Council International (BCI) is a trade association for the lead-acid battery industry.
http://www.batterycouncil.org/
Can Manufacturers Institute
Can Manufacturers Institute
http://www.cancentral.com/index.cfm
Canadian Plastics Industry Association
Canadian Plastics Industry Association
http://www.plastics.ca/home/index.php
Canadian Polystyrene Recycling Association
Canadian Polystyrene Recycling Association
http://www.cpra-canada.com/
Canadian Pulp and Paper Association
Canadian Pulp and Paper Association
http://www.cppa.org/
Canadian Soft Drink Association
Canadian Soft Drink Association
http://search3.comcast.com/?cat=dnsr&con=ds&url=www.softdrink.ca
Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association
Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association
http://www.cellulose.org/CIMA/
Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association (CIMA)
Cellulose Insulation Manufacturers Association (CIMA)
http://www.cellulose.org/
CEMPRE (Brazil)
CEMPRE (Brazil)
http://www.cempre.org.br/
Composting Council of Canada
Composting Council of Canada
http://www.compost.org/
Corrugated Packaging Council
Corrugated Packaging Council
http://www.corrugated.org/Default.aspx
Glass Packaging Institute
Glass Packaging Institute
http://www.gpi.org/
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI)
Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI)
http://www.isri.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home1
International Association of Electronics Recycling
International Association of Electronics Recycling
http://www.isri.org//AM/Template.cfm?Section=Home1
Investment Recovery Association (IRA)
Investment Recovery Association (IRA)
http://www.invrecovery.org/whatisIR/
Municipal Waste Association (formerly known as the Association of Municipal Recycling Coordinators (AMRC))
Municipal Waste Association (formerly known as the Association of Municipal Recycling Coordinators (AMRC))
http://www.municipalwaste.ca/
National Association for PET Container Resources
National Association for PET Container Resources
http://www.napcor.com/
National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR)
National Association for PET Container Resources (NAPCOR)
http://www.napcor.com/index.html
National Association of Demolition Contractors
National Association of Demolition Contractors
http://www.demolitionassn.com/
National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA)
National Solid Wastes Management Association (NSWMA)
http://www.environmentalistseveryday.org/
Polystyrene Packaging Council
Polystyrene Packaging Council
http://www.americanchemistry.com/s_acc/index.asp?CID=10&DID=13
Professional Electrical Apparatus Recyclers League (PEARL)
Professional Electrical Apparatus Recyclers League (PEARL)
http://www.pearl1.org/main.htm
Remanufacturing Industries Council (RIC)
Remanufacturing Industries Council (RIC)
http://www.remancouncil.org/index.htm
Reuse Development Organization (ReDO)
Reuse Development Organization (ReDO)
http://www.redo.org/
Scrap Tire Management Council
Scrap Tire Management Council
http://www.rma.org/
Solid Waste Association of North America
Solid Waste Association of North America
http://www.swana.org/
Steel Recycling Institute (SRI)
Steel Recycling Institute (SRI)
http://www.recycle-steel.org/
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA).
The American Forest & Paper Association (AF&PA).
http://www.afandpa.org/default.aspx
The Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
The Association of Postconsumer Plastic Recyclers
http://www.plasticsrecycling.org/index.asp
The Carton Council
The Carton Council
http://www.aseptic.org/default.htm
The Silicon Valley Toxics Association (SVTC)
The Silicon Valley Toxics Association (SVTC)
http://www.svtc.org/site/PageServer?pagename=homepage
The United States Conference of Mayors
The United States Conference of Mayors
http://www.usmayors.org/
Tire Retread and Repair Information Bureau
Tire Retread and Repair Information Bureau
http://www.retread.org/
U.S. Conference of Mayors
U.S. Conference of Mayors
http://www.usmayors.org/78thAnnualMeeting/
Used Oil Management Association
Used Oil Management Association
http://www.uoma.com/
Office Paper Recycling
A collection of resources on creating a paper recycling program from CalRecycle.
A collection of resources on creating a paper recycling program from CalRecycle.
http://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/ReduceWaste/Business/OfficePaper/Campaign.htm
A guide which details how to plan, organize, and conduct an office paper recycling program.
A guide which details how to plan, organize, and conduct an office paper recycling program.
http://www.waste.ky.gov/NR/rdonlyres/7F628881-8058-445B-B20C-9FF522993B1C/0/21207OfficePaperGuide.pdf
Describes types of office paper that can be recycled and offers steps for increasing the reuse and recycling of paper in the office.
Describes types of office paper that can be recycled and offers steps for increasing the reuse and recycling of paper in the office.
http://www.deq.state.mi.us/documents/deq-ead-recycle-redofcpw.pdf
Office Paper Recovery Guide
Office Paper Recovery Guide
http://www.environmentalpaper.org/repaperproject/bm~doc/finalrecoffpapguide.pdf
Paint Recycling
A guide to managing post-consumer paint for recycling.
A guide to managing post-consumer paint for recycling.
http://des.nh.gov/organization/commissioner/pip/factsheets/hw/documents/hw-29.pdf
Standards for a Green Seal for paint recycling.
Standards for a Green Seal for paint recycling.
http://www.greenseal.org/newsroom/GS-43_Recycled_Content_Latex_Paint.pdf
A guidance manual for paint reuse programs published by the National Paint and Coatings Association.
A guidance manual for paint reuse programs published by the National Paint and Coatings Association.
http://www.paint.org/pubs/paint_reuse.pdf
Plastics Recycling
Plastics Recycling: Agricultural and Industrial Plastics
“Ag Plastics Disposal Dilemma: Solutions Emerging”. An article from Agri-View on the best possible ways consumers can recycle their agricultural plastics.
“Ag Plastics Disposal Dilemma: Solutions Emerging”. An article from Agri-View on the best possible ways consumers can recycle their agricultural plastics.
http://www.agriview.com/articles/2009/07/16/crop_news/crops03.txt
“Agricultural Plastics Recycling Handbook”, found on the Canadian Center for Pollution Prevention website, develops guidelines for recycling ag plastics based on a pilot recycling program with Ontario farmers.
“Agricultural Plastics Recycling Handbook”, found on the Canadian Center for Pollution Prevention website, develops guidelines for recycling ag plastics based on a pilot recycling program with Ontario farmers.
http://www.c2p2online.com/documents/Agricl_Plastic_Recycling_Handbook_JUNE2002.pdf
“Plastics are a Growing Waste Problem for Farmers” is a news article related to the disposal problem of ag plastics published by New Hampshire Public Radio.
“Plastics are a Growing Waste Problem for Farmers” is a news article related to the disposal problem of ag plastics published by New Hampshire Public Radio.
http://www.nhpr.org/node/26719
“Postconsumer Agricultural Recycling Report” (2008) by the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) is an edifying study of agricultural plastic usage in the state of California. This is a particularly useful resource for students and research
“Postconsumer Agricultural Recycling Report” (2008) by the California Integrated Waste Management Board (CIWMB) is an edifying study of agricultural plastic usage in the state of California. This is a particularly useful resource for students and research
http://www.ciwmb.ca.gov/publications/Plastics/2008019.pdf
“Recycling Ag Plastics” by the Farming Magazine reports on the work being done by Cornell’s Recycling Ag Plastics Project (RAPP), an initiative led by Dr. Lois C. Levitan, which promotes the recycling of ag plastics in several northeast states.
“Recycling Ag Plastics” by the Farming Magazine reports on the work being done by Cornell’s Recycling Ag Plastics Project (RAPP), an initiative led by Dr. Lois C. Levitan, which promotes the recycling of ag plastics in several northeast states.
http://www.farmingmagazine.com/print.php?id=2820
“Recycling Agricultural (AG) Plastics” is a short summary of how to properly handle Ag plastics to prepare them for recycling.
“Recycling Agricultural (AG) Plastics” is a short summary of how to properly handle Ag plastics to prepare them for recycling.
http://www.sjcarc.org/AG_plastics.pdf
“Recycling Your Used Agricultural Plastics”, a great resource for farmers searching for a market to recycle their plastic agricultural products.
“Recycling Your Used Agricultural Plastics”, a great resource for farmers searching for a market to recycle their plastic agricultural products.
http://www.umassgreeninfo.org/fact_sheets/plant_culture/recycle_ag_plastic.pdf
A brief, one page summary of the Recycling Ag Plastics Project (RAPP).
A brief, one page summary of the Recycling Ag Plastics Project (RAPP).
http://counties.cce.cornell.edu/schenectady/new/pdf/ag_open_burn_regs.pdf
A small guide on Iowa’s Pesticide Container Recycling Program.
A small guide on Iowa’s Pesticide Container Recycling Program.
https://www.extension.iastate.edu/PME/Publications/PAT48-PesticideRecyling09.pdf
An article from the USDA reports: “Cornell Scientist Works on Recycling Options to Stop Farm Plastics from Polluting Air, Water and Food”.
An article from the USDA reports: “Cornell Scientist Works on Recycling Options to Stop Farm Plastics from Polluting Air, Water and Food”.
http://www.csrees.usda.gov/newsroom/lgunews/nre/stop_farm_pollution.html
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An Australian organization designed to help farmers find ways to recycle their plastic containers and related plastic products.
An Australian organization designed to help farmers find ways to recycle their plastic containers and related plastic products.
http://www.drummuster.com.au/category.php?id=47
Container Recycling Operation (CROP), a program created by the State of Idaho Agriculture to collect and recycle fertilizer and pesticide plastic containers.
Container Recycling Operation (CROP), a program created by the State of Idaho Agriculture to collect and recycle fertilizer and pesticide plastic containers.
http://www.agri.state.id.us/Categories/Pesticides/container/indexcontainermain.php
Genesis Poly Recycling Inc., a Minnesota-based recycling company can handle most types of plastics used in agricultural practices.
Genesis Poly Recycling Inc., a Minnesota-based recycling company can handle most types of plastics used in agricultural practices.
http://genesispoly.com/
Northwest Ag Plastics Inc. collects plastic pesticide bottles from farmers in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
Northwest Ag Plastics Inc. collects plastic pesticide bottles from farmers in Oregon, Washington, and Idaho.
http://www.nwagplastics.com/
Researchers can find information on agricultural plastic recycling by state through using this link.
Researchers can find information on agricultural plastic recycling by state through using this link.
http://www.acrecycle.org/state.html
RKO Industries is an agricultural plastics recycler. The company converts dirty, soiled plastic into sellable plastic resins pellets.
RKO Industries is an agricultural plastics recycler. The company converts dirty, soiled plastic into sellable plastic resins pellets.
http://www.rkoindustries.com/index.html
The Natural Resources Conservation Service’s (NRCS) “Recycling Agricultural Plastics Makes Environmental Sense”
The Natural Resources Conservation Service’s (NRCS) “Recycling Agricultural Plastics Makes Environmental Sense”
http://www.nrcs.usda.gov/news/thisweek/2006/110806/techtip110806.html
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources explains what agricultural plastics are and how they should be disposed of.
The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources explains what agricultural plastics are and how they should be disposed of.
http://dnr.wi.gov/org/aw/wm/recycle/newpages/agplastics.htm
