Recommendations for the Statewide Solid Waste Management Plan The overall State goal is the recommendation to shift focus from collection and disposal to waste diversion. There was discussion on whether to set a reduction goal (e.g. 5% year or 40% at the end of the 10 years). The committee recommended not establishing…
Today not only can you work on becoming more responsible toward resource management, now you can make resource management a place where you work. In other words you can live green, but make a living in green businesses. While a background in environmental studies – environmental engineering, environmental science, hydrology – still offers a solid…
Corporate Social Responsibility Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) is a concept that organizations and mostly corporations, have an obligation to consider the interests of customers, employees, shareholders, communities, and ecological considerations in all aspects of their operations. This obligation is seen to extend beyond their statutory obligation to comply with legislation. CSR is closely linked with…
We’re all connected to and play a vital part in our communities. How we treat it, has a direct effect on how we feel about where we live, work and play. We should ask ourselves: “What can I do to help make my community be a healthier place to live ?”; “What can I do…
Doing the right thing for the planet is a great way to give yourself a pat on the back and a smile on your face. Our environment will take care of you if you take care of it! Here are some thoughtful quotes to to inspire you as we go about taking care of our…