Record #:

30860

Author(s):

Johnson, Leslie

Abstract:

On October 1, 2009, North Carolina will become the first state in the Southeast to ban plastic bottles from landfills. Legislation was introduced to reduce energy consumption and lower greenhouse gas emissions, as well as to save landfill space and reduce litter. The new law will also have positive effects on the state’s economy.

Source:

Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 41 Issue 8, Aug 2009, p11, il

Subject(s):

Plastic containers; Recycling (Waste, etc.); Recycling (Waste, etc.)--Laws and legislation

Record #:

35238

Author(s):

Binkley, Erin

Abstract:

ReCYCLEd in Chapel Hill was more than a bicycle shop. Among its purposes were gifting salvaged bikes to local children, providing opportunities to give back to the community, and offering a career opportunity. In other words, it was special kind of community center.

Source:

Carolina Country (NoCar HD 9688 N8 C38x), Vol. 48 Issue 10, October 2016, p14-15

Subject(s):

Recycling (Waste, etc.)

Record #:

35682

Author(s):

Taylor, Louise Todd

Abstract:

Trash almost anyone could recycle had this reward: reducing pollution. Lest anyone needed an extrinsic incentive for this eco-friendly measure, there was the potential for profitability. Items to be contributed for cash included returnable bottles, paper, scrap metal, aluminum, and glass.

Source:

Tar Heel (NoCar F 251 T37x), Vol. 6 Issue 4, July/Aug 1978, p34-35

Subject(s):

Recycling (Waste, etc.); Ecology; Environmental pollution

Record #:

40790

Author(s):

Stocks, Tyler

Abstract:

Recycling realities include penalties imposed if too much trash is mixed in and steps involved with separating what’s recyclable and not. Educating the public about the difference, and sparing facilities like ECVC penalties, includes a list in this article of what’s recyclable and not.

Source:

Greenville: Life in the East (NoCar F264 G8 G743), Vol. Issue , Summer 2019, p18-21

Subject(s):

Recycling; Recycling (Waste, etc.)--Laws and legislation; Recycling (Waste, etc.); Recycling facilities--Greenville; Recycling facilities--Pitt County; Eastern Carolina Vocational Center (Greenville); Recycling industries--employment--individuals with disabilities; Recyclables--see also recyclable items

Record #:

41198

Author(s):

Leggett, Page

Abstract:

The owner of a scrap metal company takes the concept of renewal to a new level: people with life setbacks such as criminal backgrounds. By working for Queen City Metal, ex-offenders can rebuild their value as employees, along with their lives.

Source:

Business North Carolina (NoCar HF 5001 B8x), Vol. 39 Issue 12, December 2019 , p64-65 Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Recycling (Waste, etc.); Rehabilitation of criminals; Homeless persons--Services for; Industries--male dominated ; Prison reform; Mental health; Addiction--social stigma; Charlotte--Businesses; Businesswomen--Charlotte