January 2006
Commercial RethinkWaste Nexus
Transforming the Way We Think about Trash
Start the new year fresh...declutter your work environment and save some green in the coming year.
Reduce :: Unsolicited Mail "Junk Mail" Hurts Your Business and the Environment
Unsolicited junk mail is a waste. It is a waste of natural resources and for businesses it's a waste of money. Your business can take action to stop this waste, both in the amount of unsolicited mail you receive and send.
You can take action to stop this waste and it is much easier than you think. Go online or call to obtain the FREE Stop Junk Mail Kit.
And, if you send out direct mail, be sure that it is going to those who want it. Give recipients an easy way to contact you and request to be taken off your list. It will save you money and save natural resources.
Reuse :: Donate Reusable Office Items
You probably already lighten your load in your closets at home, how about doing the same at work? Many local charities accept lightly used materials for their community groups. Here are a few examples:
- Furniture: Office or hotel furniture can be reused by homeless shelters, such as Samaritan House or Shelter Network
- Office supplies: Community groups can further their efforts by spending money on programs rather than basic supplies
- Computer equipment: Goodwill has a training program to recondition computers and related equipment for lower income residents
Just because you think something is outdated doesn't mean it can't find a new home rather than the dumpster. Give reuse a try. Hey, Mikey, you might like it.
Recycle :: Turn your Food Scraps into Food for the Earth
For over a year now, Allied Waste has offered a Business Compost Collection program that may save you money. Join hundreds of businesses that have taken advantage of reduced collection fees to turn their compostable food, plant and paper products into black gold...the natural kind, aka compost.
Contact an Allied Waste commercial recycling coordinator about the 25-50% discounted rate for collecting compostables, and reduce your garbage at the same time, thereby saving you money. The coordinator conducts a waste assessment, evaluates your current and potential recycling and garbage needs, and can provide you with the tools to get started, including interior containers, training, and stickers.
Do your part to help the planet: reduce, reuse, and recycle!
More Info
Stop Junk Mail: www.StopJunkMail.org to use prepared letters
To be added or removed from this list, contact the RethinkWaste Recycling Coordinator at (650) 802-3500.
