Update: This story originally aired in December 2018 as part of our year-long series on zero waste issues. KGNU was just recognized by the National Recycling Coalition as part of their annual awards at the NRC conference in New Orleans. […]
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Legislative Efforts to Increase Recycling in Colorado
We’re in the final few weeks at the state legislature and advocates for zero waste and recycling are hoping to see some legislation pass that will increase recycling rates in the state, which are actually far below the national average. […]
A Community Conversation on Plastic Waste
On January 31st KGNU hosted a community conversation on plastic waste at the Longmont Museum. The event was moderated by Maeve Conran and featured panelists Harlin Savage of Eco-Cycle, Vicki Goldstein of the Inland Ocean Coalition and Mike San Clemens, environmental researcher […]
Fairview High Gets Zero Waste Designation
Fairview High School has become the first full-size high school in Colorado to receive Green Star designation from Boulder-based Eco-Cycle. The nationally recognized zero waste education program helps schools become waste-free facilities while providing long-term education to students about the […]
Zero Waste Tip: Having a Zero Waste Holiday Season
Let’s talk about all those catalogues and special offers stuffed in your mailbox. Catalogues waste a lot of paper, and once you get on one list, then you’re apt to find yourself getting catalogues you never asked for. https://objects-us-east-1.dream.io/kgnu-news/2018/11/12-21-18%20EcoCycleHolidayRecyclingPart2.mp3 […]
Zero Waste – Recycling During the Holidays
The holidays are upon us, and with all of the gift giving, decorating, and parties, it can be challenging for even the most avid recyclers and Zero Waste advocates. Fortunately, Eco-Cycle’s new holiday recycling guide is now available and full […]
Consejo #1 de la Guía para el Reciclaje Durante los Días Festivos
Eco – Cycle y KGNU están trabajando en colaboración para promover una campaña bilingüe de concientización del Cero Desperdicio. Los días festivos están a punto de llegar, y con todos los regalos, las decoraciones, y las fiestas puede […]