Happy America Recycles Day Montana!

Happy America Recycles Day Montana!

Dear Montana,

This November 15^th is America Recycles Day! More than ever, recycling is something to celebrate all year in Montana. A 2004 study by Montana D.E.Q. found that recycling generated nearly ninety million dollars in revenue, paid over nine million dollars in wages and benefits, and sustained over 300 full‐time jobs. At that time, recycling and composting diverted 176,571 tons of material from landfills or 15 percent of Montana’s waste stream.  In line with national trends, that number has continued to grow!

Community commitment to recycling continues to grow across the state.  Rural and urban areas alike are recognizing the public savings of diverting items from the waste stream back into the economy. One success story is Headwaters Cooperative Recycling. Headwaters paved the way for recycling in communities throughout South-Eastern Montana in Augusta, Beaverhead County, Choteau or more than a dozen other communities. All of these entities are now able to sustain their programs on their own through incorporation of recycling into their public works departments, private partnerships, or community efforts.

The 2004 study noted that “recycling in Montana is more than just a fad, it is a real industry.” This America Recycles Day, we see that Recycling is more than just a good idea; it is something we all do in support of our community and our economy. Learn more about recycling success stories in Montana at RecycleMontana.org

Happy ARD Montana

Sincerely,

Mark Nelson, President

Recycle Montana

Helena, Montana 59624-1360

Pollution Prevention update by Sandra Boggs of Montana Department of Environmental Quality!

1. There is Money in the Trash webinar: 
TODAY: November 12, 2013
Time: 12:00 PM MST http://www.wsra.net/events/event_details.asp?id=369389

Christopher Laughman, of Graybar Electric, Inc., will describe how Graybar successfully
implemented a landfill diversion program which resulted in 50% cost reduction year-over-year. https://event.on24.com/eventRegistration/EventLobbyServlet?target=registration.jsp&eventid=701358&sessionid=1
&key=661B0A6F7B9330372E114285F01A725C&sourcepage=register
Sponsored by Washington State Recycling Association

2. North DakotaWebinar: Tracking Recycled Paper Purchases 
The Responsible Purchasing Network’s Webinar describes effective strategies for gathering,
interpreting and presenting information on recycled paper purchases. You'll also hear how the
State of North Dakota's procurement office and print shop are working together to put some of
these best practices in place as part of their Greener Paper Project.

3. Retail Dining Operations: Opportunities for Source Reduction and 
Effective Materials Management 

Webinar: Thursday, December 12
11:00-12:00 pm MST
Register https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/703038408

Collecting food waste in retail dining operations is challenging but the opportunities for food
waste reduction are immense. Join us as we look at successful “reduce and reuse” strategies,
food donation programs, and unique materials management solutions for the dining hall and
“dining on the run.”

4. Crackdown on False Biodegradability Claims on Plastics 
False marketing claims catch up with manufacturers of paper plates, ‘biodegradable’ additives,
plastic shopping bags and more. http://www.ftc.gov/opa/2013/10/greenactions.shtm

5. Green School Purchasing Resources
The Responsible Purchasing Network offers the following resources to schools:

The Healthy Purchasing for Healthy Schools guidance document, the Green Schools Buying 
Guide, and a recording of the webinar: Green Purchasing for Schools: Save Money and
Reduce Your Environmental Footprint.

Montana Waste Pollution Prevention: Scrap Prices - Montana Schools Challenged - Plastics recycling and HHW collections

Click here to download the recent update!

Montana Green School Challenge by Montana Chapter of U.S. Green Building Council!

Click here to download the flyer!

Waste Pollution Prevent Listserve by Sandra Boggs of MT D.E.Q. Agenda for Tri-State Waste Conference, School Contest, & More

Click here to download this weeks Pollution Prevention Update on Recycling! Click here for the agenda to the upcoming Tri-State Conference!

Posted with permission by RecycleMontana.org!

Pollution Prevention Listserve: [wastep2] Tri-State SW & Recycling Conference! School Recycling Contests! Market Prices!

Please click here to download this document (links will not work without download)!

Thanks!  - Recycle Montana

Pollution Prevention Listserve by Sanda Boggs: Plastic Recycling Changes, Full Wrap Label Webinar, Green Cup Challenge for Schools, Current Prices, Upcoming Webinars, and More

Bin Loan Program for Special Events

WasteP2 Listserve

August 1, 2013

Energy and Pollution Prevention Bureau

Department of Environmental Quality

recycle.mt.gov

Sandra Boggs

News and Updates

1.  Far West Fibers Struggles to Educate Public About Plastic Recycling Changes

Far West Fibers is spending time educating the public about plastic recycling restrictions for #3, #6, and #7.  The changes are a result of China’s “Green Fence” crack-down on contaminated recycling bales.  Be sure to note the lady who ignored direction and placed a contaminant plastic into the bin despite being told it could not be recycled.  http://www.oregonlive.com/living/index.ssf/2013/07/plastics_--_sort_of_a_mess.html?utm_source=AOR+Contact+List&utm_campaign=ddab3f84fd-aor_enewsletter_0713&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_519dc0653f-ddab3f84fd-406177799

-Oregonian

2.  Full Wrap Label Webinar.

Full Wrap Shrink Sleeve Labels:  A Recycler's Dilemma was rescheduled to Today.  Learn why this type of packaging is problematic to plastic reclaimers and recycling operations.

Thursday, August 1, 2013

11 am Mountain Time

To learn more and to register: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/register/448240455617778176

3. Green Cup Recycle Challenge (for Schools)

http://www.greencupchallenge.net/recyclechallenge/index.html

National Recycle Challenge

November 4-27, 2013

Registration opening soon

4. Recycling Bins: Tips for Maximizing Recovery, Minimizing Contamination, and Building Up Your Inventory

Having the right bin in the right location is fundamental to any successful recycling program.  Don’t miss this special session focusing on recycling bins and getting the “biggest bang for your buck.”

August 8, 2013

11 am FREE WEBINAR

Register: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/322385073?utm_source=AOR+Contact+List&utm_campaign=8f2b30fe38-aor_listserve_073113&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_519dc0653f-8f2b30fe38-406177799

Join the College & University Recycling Coalition (CURC) to:

·      Examine different bin features for various campus settings

·      Hear how other campuses are maximizing collection through strategic bin placement and expanding their programs using bin grants

·      Discuss campus-specific issues related to recycling bins (i.e., compliance with campus aesthetic standards)

·      Learn about national bin grant opportunities           

·      Find out about cutting-edge behavioral research being done around recycling bins and new bin mapping programs

Presenters:

·      

Gabi Ramirez De la Rosa, Recycling & Sustainability Coordinator, Baylor Medical College

·      Alana Lee Levine, Recycling Program Manager, Arizona State University           

·      Jenna Jambeck, PhD, Assistant Professor of Environmental Engineering, University of Georgia

https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/322385073?utm_source=AOR+Contact+List&utm_campaign=8f2b30fe38-aor_listserve_073113&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_519dc0653f-8f2b30fe38-406177799

5.  Emergency, Disaster and Demolition Debris Management Workshops

These workshops take place in North Dakota but may be of interest to solid waste managers and government officials in Montana given our own recent experiences with flooding and leaking pipelines.  The workshops are made possible by a grant from the USDA and are held through August 15^th at different locations in North Dakota.  Check out their brochure for dates and details:  http://deq.mt.gov/Recycle/pdf/USDAGrantWorkshops.pdf

6.  Webinars, Trainings, Conferences and More

Date	Topics
August 1, 2013 11 am Free	Full Wrap Shrink Sleeve Labels:  A Recycler's Dilemma Sponsored by Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register here
August 8, 2013 11 am Free	Recycling Bins: Tips for Maximizing Recovery, Minimizing Contamination, and Building Up Your Inventory Sponsored by AASHE, Alcoa and Keep America Beautiful
October 17, 2013 11 am Free	Domestic Plastic Reclaimers Act in Response to China's Green Fence Sponsored by Association of Post-Consumer Plastic Recyclers Register here

7. Market Prices for Recyclables

These prices are an average from the region and reflect prices for sorted and processed materials; not the prices consumers receive when dropping off recyclables.