by Julanne Sausser | Nov 7, 2023 | Uncategorized
Falling leaves are beautiful and a lovely part of walks this time of year. They light trees afire in colors of yellow, red, orange, and gold and give a delightful crunch underfoot. If raked into a pile, they are fun to jump into and toss about. But eventually, those...
by Julanne Sausser | Oct 31, 2023 | Uncategorized
And how does it impact solid waste management? Raise your hand if you have heard “environmental justice” mentioned recently. Need some clarity about what it is and what it means for solid waste? A basic definition comes from the Natural Resources...
by Julanne Sausser | Oct 24, 2023 | Uncategorized
Unless you have been away on an extended vacation or are avoiding all news, you know that recycling faces contamination challenges. In most communities, items you place into your recycling bin get mixed with everyone else’s and then sent to a large plant called a...
by Julanne Sausser | Oct 17, 2023 | Uncategorized
Timely disposal of prescription medicines can reduce the risk of them being taken accidentally or misused intentionally. The best and most environmentally friendly way to dispose of your prescription medicines is through a proper drug disposal program. Fortunately,...
by Julanne Sausser | Oct 10, 2023 | Uncategorized
Do your fall plans include some purging to “tidy up” around the house? If so, be aware that major thrift stores and charitable organizations often receive far more used items than they can sell or give away. Sometimes, your “donations” may just be taking a detour to...
by Julanne Sausser | Oct 3, 2023 | Uncategorized
Bipartisan legislators introduced a bill in the House and the Senate to address U.S. food waste. The New Opportunities for Technological Innovation, Mitigation, and Education to Overcome Waste is more easily known as the “NO TIME to Waste Act.”...
