Posted by gerry @ 2:44 pm on November 4, 2008
Internal memo distributed to all employees in our office building:
From: [name removed]
Sent: November 4, 2008 2:28 PM
To: [names removed]
Cc: [name removed]
Subject: Recycling Bins in Kitchenette
Hi Everyone,
We have now placed Recycling Bins in the Kitchenette which will be picked up by our waste services company on a call in basis.
The larger bin is labeled “Bottles and Cans” where commingled products such as: Cans, Plastic Bottles, Glass Bottles and Plastics Numbered 1-6 are allowed.
The smaller bin, like the ones at your desks, is labeled “Paper & Paper Products” where Newspapers, White Paper, Paper Towel Rolls, Milk Cartons etc. can be placed.
Thank you for your cooperation in this effort to be environmentally friendly.”
[END OF MEMO]
Posted by gerry @ 12:42 pm on October 7, 2008
"Recycling is everyone's business."
I’m pleased to announce that we now have:
- A recycling “blue” bin at EVERY office area in our business complex,
- A contractor which transports our recyclables to the recycling depot, and
- A janitorial staff which empties our recycling bins into the main recycling receptacle for the contractor to pick up!
Quite frankly, I used to bring all my recyclables home because our business complex didn’t recycle. Unfortunately, businesses, unlike homes, are not covered by city recycling initiatives. Hence, businesses have to make their own recycling arrangements.
The issue with most businesses is that recycling adds extra overhead costs. Blue recycling bins need to be purchased and a private contractor needs to be hired to transport the recyclables to the main recycling center.
However, recycling is everyone’s business. This just goes to show that if enough people care, you can affect change in your office!
