Here at RRS, we love to keep up on the achievements and exciting things that our employees are up to in the world of environmental sustainability. This week, we are happy to share that our Project Assistant, Maeva Silveira, will be presenting on the Master of Urban Planning Alumni Career Panel – “Expanding Your Perspective on the Profession: A Spectrum of Careers in Planning.” This panel will showcase the diversity of careers that planners may engage in. The alumni participating have pursued a variety of careers with their planning degree, and will talk about their unique career paths with current MUP students. Read the whole story…

Last Saturday, November 5th,  Illinois Recycling Association hosted their 3rd Annual America Recycles Day “Recycling Heroes Gala” at the Grand Victoria Casino in Elgin, IL.  This event celebrated organizations and individuals that have had a significant impact on recycling and sustainability in Illinois.  The event featured a Cocktail Hour and Silent Auction Reception on the patio of the Fox River Room, as well as musical entertainment provided by Jack Kaufman and Steve Sharp, and Dinner.  Frank Locantore of Green America gave the key note address.  Tish Powell, Councilwoman for the City of Elgin, gave a very upbeat and informative presentation on Elgin’s green programs and accomplishments in reducing waste. Read the whole story…

Back by popular demand! If you are interested in learning how to add cartons to your recycling program, or if you were an attendee at a recent conference and did not get to attend our presentation, you’re in luck! The Carton Council is offering three additional webinars about carton recycling on August 16, August 30, and September 13. RRS’s CEO Jim Frey and Project Consultant Anna Collinson, along with Jeff Epstein and Tom Wright from the West Coast, will host the webinars.

The webinar will cover basics of carton recycling as well as examine the success of the recent flip in Los Angeles, California. These webinars are free to everyone and are full of valuable information about expanding your recycling program.

Don’t miss out on this great opportunity! If you would like to attend one of these webinars, click here to register or email tcolatruglio@recycle.com for more information.

Michigan’s northern half is well known for lumber, snow, and wine but thanks to initiatives by Emmet County, it is making a name for itself in the recycling world.  Emmet County, located at the tip of the mitt of the Lower Peninsula has worked for 20 years to build an effective recycling program.  The program continues to grow, thanks in part to the expansion of the County’s Material Recovery Facility (MRF). 

On Friday June 25^, 2010, the County will celebrate the completion of the MRF expansion with a Grand Opening and 20^th Anniversary Party held at 7363 Pleasantview Road in Harbor Springs, Michigan.  The celebration will include a tour of the facility, food, and entertainment. Festivities kick off at 10:00am and run to 3:00pm.  The event is open and free to the general public.

RRS has had the proud distinction to work with Emmet County on not only this MRF expansion project but for many years as they have developed and expanded their recycling program.  RRS would like to say thank you and congrats for all your hard work. 

For more information check out www.EmmetRecycling.org or call  (231) 348-0640 .

Ann Arbor, MI— Resource Recycling Systems is proud to be a major sponsor of the Ecology Center’s annual fund raising reception and speech.  The Ecology Center is a Michigan-based nonprofit environmental organization that works at the local, state, and national levels for clean production, healthy communities, environmental justice, and a sustainable future.

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Ann Arbor, MI — Worried about the amount of trash you put out every week? Want to recycle but don’t know how? Why not decide to make a difference in your landfill habits in honor of America Recycles Day.

America Recycles Day, celebrated every year on November 15^th, is a national initiative by Keep America Beautiful, Inc. encouraging Americans to recycle and buy recycled content products. The day raises awareness and provides opportunities to educate citizens and communities on the overall benefits of recycling. This year marks the 12^th anniversary of America Recycles Day.  Much like Earth Day, this day gives us a chance to celebrate what Mother Nature has provided us and allows us to make a pledge to preserve these gifts.  Even one small step like recycling newspapers instead of putting them in the trash can benefit us all. Read the whole story…

Indianapolis, IN — The Indiana Recycling Coalition has a lot in which to be proud.  On Saturday, November 7, 2009 they celebrated 20 years of recycling advocacy in Indiana. Holding a formal gala at the Indianapolis Museum of Art, members, staff, and sponsors enjoyed dinner and cocktails while discussing the future agenda of the Coalition and recent legislative success. Read the whole story…

Ann Arbor, MI – Resource Recycling Systems would like to extend a huge congratulations to the University of Michigan as it marks their 20^th anniversary of recycling.  The University of Michigan began one of the first university recycling programs in 1989 with the collection of white office paper, newspaper and cardboard.  Since that time they have greatly expanded their collections to include all mixed papers, bottles, cans, glass, small electronics, scrap metal, scrap wood, food wastes, and a long list of hard to recycle items. Read the whole story…