The 90-Day Plan: DAY 72

DAY 72

Learning from our past can be used to shaper our future; help your workplace, school, or township LEED the WAY to a better, more efficient future.  LEED is a certification that stands for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design that promotes sustainable development.

Challenge:  Are any buildings in your area that have been LEED certified?

For More Information:

http://www.epa.gov/greenbuilding/pubs/buildingtypes.htm#schools

http://www.buildgreenschools.org/

http://www.lowimpactdevelopment.org/

The 90-Day Plan: DAY 71

DAY 71

 

You've made it this far, take it one step further and aim to produce ZERO WASTE. 

 

Challenge:  Create a 100% recyclable and compostable grocery list

 

For More Information:

 

http://www.zerowaste.org/

http://www.illinoisbiz.biz/dceo/Bureaus/Energy_Recycling/Education/ISTEP_Zero_Waste_Schools.htm

The 90-Day Plan: DAY 70

 

DAY 70

 

Ink from printers leaves a mark on paper, what does it leave for the water?  RECYCLE INK CARTRIDGES.

 

Challenge:  How does you dispose of ink cartridges?  Suggest a way for your workplace, school, or community group to raise money by collecting empty cartridges.  Also, try to make the switch to using soy-based inks.

 

For More Information:

 

http://www.cartridgesforkids.com/

http://www.environmentalleader.com/2009/01/28/staples-offers-rewards-for-ink-cartridge-recycling/

What the frack?

Chemicals that pollute our environment should not be allowed to be considered ‘trade secrets’.  What is drilling mud?  What are fracking chemicals?   http://www.ncriverwatch.org/wordpress/2010/08/03/fracking-chemicals-%E2%80%94-just-how-harmful-can-1-percent-be/   It was part of the pbs program 'need to know'.  http://www.pbs.org/wnet/need-to-know/environment/the-price-of-gas-a-need-to-know-investigation/3170/

 

 

The 90-Day Plan: DAY 69

DAY 69

Don't just recycle, E-CYCLE.  Electronic waste is a growing concern; fortunately most electronics can be recycled.  Electronics contain many heavy metals and other dangerous chemicals but most of these can be recycled.

Challenge:  On June 12th we made the digital transition and no doubt, left some electronics behind.  Work with some friends, coworkers, or local teachers to organize an e-waste recycling fundraiser.

For More Information:

http://www.epa.gov/epawaste/partnerships/plugin/activ-08.htm

http://www.bestbuy.com/site/olspage.jsp?type=category&id=pcmcat149900050025