Waste Connections’ Post

Spreading awareness about the importance of e-waste and it’s recycling, is the need of the hour! Awareness sessions should be a part of - • Community Workshops: Host events to educate people on e-waste and its impact. • Educational Campaigns: Use social media, schools, and workplaces to spread messages. • Collaboration with Businesses: Partner with electronics manufacturers for take-back programs and eco-friendly products. • E-Waste Collection Drives: Organize recycling events to encourage participation. • Policy Advocacy: Advocate for stricter e-waste management laws and infrastructure development. Addressing e-waste is not just an environmental responsibility but also a social and economic one. Raising awareness is the first step toward creating a sustainable future.

🚬 On April 26th organizations across Hamilton are coming together to host a city-wide litter clean up! 🚬 🌍 This #EarthMonth, engage your team in a powerful act of environmental stewardship and community engagement. 🚬 Why your business should get involved: Team Building: Foster camaraderie and social responsibility among your employees. Positive Impact: Make a real difference by cleaning up our city and protecting our environment. Publicity: Showcase your commitment to sustainability and get positive recognition. 🌍 How You Can Help: - Grab gloves or a litter picker and a reusable container. - Start collecting cigarette butts! Team up with a friend, coworker, or family member and head outside. There's no shortage of cigarette butts in our city! 📍 Drop off your collected butts at one of the following 5 locations on April 26th, from 10 am to 2 pm. Ancaster Village BIA - 314 Wilson Street East, Hamilton, ON Beautiful Alleys in collaboration with Barton BIA and Green Venture - 659 Barton Street East in Hamilton, ON Concession Street BIA - 534 Concession Street, Hamilton, ON Downtown Hamilton BIA - 104 - 20 Hughson Street South, Hamilton, ON International Village BIA - 195 Main Street East- Suite #100, Hamilton, ON - All collected butts will be recycled through TerraCycle. Registration: Sign up at A Greener Future: https://lnkd.in/gwVYmesN Questions can be directed to jessica@agreenerfuture.ca #corporateengagement #csr #esg #buttblitz

Another win for New Freedom Borough! 🎉 The Borough has been awarded $138,000 through the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection's Section 902 Recycling Program. These funds will support the purchase of a new chipper, a backhoe, and the creation of a publicly accessible area for recycling limb and leaf debris. 🌿♻️ This grant brings the total funding awarded to New Freedom Borough to just under $2.2 million over the past four years—a testament to the Borough's commitment to innovation and sustainability. 👏 #GrantSuccess #RecyclingInnovation #NewFreedomBorough #SustainabilityInAction

Effective resident education is crucial for successful recycling programs, and RRS is helping lead the way. At the Resource Recycling Conference, our team shared actionable tips on how to craft the right message to drive real behavior change in communities. From understanding local barriers to choosing the best tactics, we’re supporting municipalities in achieving their recycling goals. Check out the full article for insights and strategies from our consultants! https://lnkd.in/gYqgnRFX

At #GuardianGlass, we recognize the inherent value and potential in every individual. This dedication to social #stewardship is reflected in our commitment to health, safety, rewarding careers, philanthropy, and community outreach. 🙏 We empower our #employees to develop, contribute, and create value, fostering a culture where everyone can unleash their unique talents and achieve their full potential. Interested in our initiatives? Explore our Stewardship #Report for more insights. ⬇️

We're thrilled and grateful to Waste Today for featuring us in their latest article. It’s an honor to be recognized, and we appreciate the opportunity to share our story. Check out the article 👉 https://lnkd.in/gsvhTH8A to learn more about our journey and vision!

metroSTOR’s Nigel Deacon sits down with Rachel Schnabel, PE and David Biderman to discuss community food waste drop off programs. Rachel is Recycling & Community Coordinator for the town of Manchester, Connecticut, where she recently launched a new organics drop-off program. David is an award-winning thought leader and expert working with companies and agencies in the solid waste and recycling industry. https://ow.ly/EMtK50TUFER

Today’s What’s That Wednesday focuses on what this group does for the fuel industry, how their advocacy and policy has played out thus far, and how Mansfield is joining forces with them to promote a cleaner future for our planet. Read the full article here: https://ow.ly/b2gg50SJp5c #WhatsThatWednesday #LCFS #Sustainability #cleanenergy

🌱 Let’s Lead the Way: Join the Great British Spring Clean 2025! 💚 The Great British Spring Clean (21st March – 6th April 2025) is the perfect opportunity for organisations and professionals to show leadership in sustainability and community engagement. The campaign, led by Keep Britain Tidy, inspires people to take action by organising litter picks, making pledges, and spreading awareness about the importance of a clean environment. But it’s about more than just picking up litter - it’s about pride, unity, and responsibility within our communities. Why get involved? 📌 Boost employee morale: Group litter picks are an excellent team-building activity with a purpose. 📌 Enhance your sustainability goals: Support local environmental action and showcase your organisation’s commitment to social value. 📌 Make a tangible difference: Cleaner streets and parks benefit everyone, from wildlife to residents. How you can participate: 1️⃣ Encourage your teams to pledge to pick up litter during the campaign. 2️⃣ Organise a company-wide litter pick in your local area. 3️⃣ Collaborate with local schools, councils, or community groups to widen your impact. 4️⃣ Share your efforts on LinkedIn using the hashtag #GBSpringClean, and inspire others to join the movement. I’ve seen first-hand the incredible power these events have - not just on the environment but on community spirit and wellbeing. Let’s take this opportunity to lead by example and demonstrate that small actions can add up to significant change. Are you in? #Sustainability #Leadership #SocialValue #GreatBritishSpringClean #EnvironmentalAction