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Retailer Pays For Old Electronics

Trey Granger, November 8th, 2007

KXAS in Dallas features a program by North Texas Costco stores where they can trade in used electronics for store credit toward new products for the holidays. Costco has set up a free Web site where visitors can choose what they want to recycle and various features (manufacturer, accessories, etc.). After you choose from the options, you'll be given ... read more

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Tagged basics, computers, ideas, noteworthy, recycle, television, videogame

Published in Electronics


California Sues EPA Over Car Emissions

Trey Granger, November 8th, 2007

Reuters reports that the state of California is suing the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) after the agency did not respond to its October 22 deadline for a decision on whether the state could impose stricter car emission standards than the U.S. requirements. In 2005, California passed a state law that required new vehicles to pass tighter emissions standards before 2009 ... read more

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Building a Sustainable America—One Community at a Time

Trey Granger, November 8th, 2007

Washington, D.C.—Even deep into the political debate season, there is one issue that generates much agreement: the need to go green while keeping the economy growing. That's the target of the $3 million in grants EPA awarded today to cities and universities under its Collaborative Science and Technology Network for Sustainability (CNS) program. "The future of environmental protection depends on sustainable ... read more

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San Francisco Beaches Threatened by Oil Spill

Trey Granger, November 8th, 2007

eFlux Media reports on the oil spill in the San Francisco Bay that has resulted in the closure of four San Francisco beaches: Baker Beach, Fort Point, China Beach and Crissy Field. A Chinese oil container was transporting oil from the Port of Oakland and collided with a fender on the Bay Bridge, which connects San Francisco and Oakland, due ... read more

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Goodwill to Recycle Unwanted Items in Celebration of America Recycles Day

Trey Granger, November 8th, 2007

Phoenix, Ariz.—All across the country, individuals and organizations are striving to “go green” and recycle items for the good of the environment. For Goodwill of Central Arizona, being green has been an integral part of the organization’s 60-year history. Though known worldwide as a leading thrift store and human services provider, Goodwill is also one of Arizona’s first recyclers. In 2006, ... read more

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Reduce, Reuse, E-cycle

Trey Granger, November 8th, 2007

The Tufts Daily features a story on 2007 being a banner year for the passage of laws regarding the disposal of electronic waste, with five different states passing e-waste recycling laws. The article breaks down how e-waste recycling is done in Massachusetts, with the process varying by city. Massachusetts doesn't have any legislation in effect on take-backs (where manufacturers are ... read more

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Don’t Recycle Your Identity

Mark Rappaport, November 8th, 2007

Proper disposal of unwanted medications is important, and one of the more popular methods for proper disposal of pharmaceuticals is the take-back program or disposal in the everyday trash. These two options are becoming more popular as information about how flushing meds is damaging the environment. But, more on that in the next article. Take-it-back programs are usually ... read more

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