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Iowa Company Helps Tornado Victims Recycle Damaged Goods

Ashley Schiller, June 9th, 2008

The May 25 tornado in Parkersburg, Iowa left in its path hundreds of broken appliances, some very large items such as refrigerators. As many residents work to reorganize their lives, Fellmer Motors Inc. has donated its employees and trucks to haul these appliances to its recycling center, reports the WCF Courier. "We've seen everything from microwaves to water heaters to ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, recycle, steel

Published in Metal


Free Styrofoam Recycling Event in Salem, Oregon

Ashley Schiller, June 9th, 2008

Styrofoam products not accepted by Marion County curbside recycling programs will be collected at a special event from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 14 at Willamette University's Sparks Fieldhouse in Salem, OR. Items accepted at the event: Dry block packing foam Meat trays Food containers Styrofoam egg cartons Items not accepted: Styrofoam with tape Construction foams Packing peanuts The foam will be taken to PLC Recycling where it will ... read more

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Dell Releases 2007 Product Recycling Report

Francine Hardaway, June 9th, 2008

Dell today marked the one-year anniversary of its commitment to be the “greenest technology company on the planet” by reporting the company’s largest single-year product recycling volume, becoming the first major computer manufacturer to offer Silver 80 PLUS-certified power supplies and demonstrating significant progress in its global zero-carbon initiative. “Our customers and stakeholders are inspiring us to lead a new era ... read more

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Tagged basics, computers, ideas, lead, noteworthy, productstewardship, recycle

Published in Electronics


8 Ways to Green Your Wedding

jennyvi, June 9th, 2008

This story is part of Earth911’s “Green Eight” series, where we showcase eight ways to green your life in various areas. For many people, getting married is one of the biggest events of their lives. There's lots of planning involved, and lots of resources used in the process. Here are eight ways to make your wedding more eco-friendly, making a good impression ... read more

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Tagged basics, greenstyle, ideas, magazines, noteworthy, packaging, recycle, trees

Published in Clothing


Toss that Tie, Get Dad Some Green this Father’s Day

Raquel Fagan, June 9th, 2008

Father's Day is quickly approaching. Found a product you know he just has to have? Do a little internet shopping and see if that same product is available in bamboo, corn plastic, or made from recycled materials. The below list can add a little insight into the importance of buying products that are made with the Earth's benefit in mind. Bamboo A wildly ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, lightbulbs, noteworthy, recycle

Published in Clothing


Green Gossip: The Reusable Bag

Brandi Powell, June 9th, 2008

Green Gossip is an exclusive Earth 911 series that lets our writers talk about their experiences with everyday green issues. In this episode, Brandi Powell discusses her battle with the reusable bag. Walking back to my car I could see them…lying there limply on the seat. I couldn’t believe I could do it again, but I had. I left them ... read more

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Tagged basics, ideas, noteworthy, pesticides, plasticbags, recycle, reduce

Published in Plastic


Company Profile: Noble Juice

Trey Granger, June 9th, 2008

The "Company Profile” is an Earth911.com series highlighting consumer goods and services making a difference through product stewardship and recycling. Products and services featured do not pay for placement and are not endorsed by Earth911.com. Have trouble recycling plastic bottles in your area? A new type of bottle made of polylactic acid (PLA), is not only recyclable but you can Noble ... read more

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Tagged basics, composting, energy, fertilizers, ideas, noteworthy, number7plastic, packaging, pesticides, plasticbottles, recycle, reduce, reuse, television

Published in Household


Program Profile: Cans for Habitat

Anne Reichman, June 9th, 2008

The next time you recycle an Cans for Habitat affiliates, which raise money to build homes through Habitat for Humanity. We discussed the program with Director Patrick B. Kelly. Program Overview CFH provides free bins, liners and promotional materials to Habitat for Humanity volunteer groups to encourage aluminum can recycling in their communities. The groups use money raised to help pay the costs ... read more

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Published in Metal


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