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Proper recycling practices protect the environment — and recycling workers - Proper recycling practices — as encouraged by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) through its “Know It Before You Throw It” education campaign — are not only good for the environment and economy. They’re also important…
- Proper recycling practices protect the environment — and recycling workers - Proper recycling practices — as encouraged by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) through its “Know It Before You Throw It” education campaign — are not only good for the environment and economy. They’re also important…
EGLE, Michigan Chamber of Commerce and more than 30 partners join with bipartisan lawmakers to announce NextCycle Michigan - EGLE, Michigan Chamber of Commerce and more than 30 partners join with bipartisan lawmakers to announce NextCycle Michigan, the largest collaborative effort in state history to spark ‘recycling and recovery’ economy Kickoff highlight includes EGLE’s award of record-setting combined total… 
Fix your recycling mistakes - Fix your recycling mistakes This story was originally published by FOX47 for "Morning Blend." Lori Welch, Sustainability Manager for the City of Lansing, talks about recycling mistakes. 
Common recycling mistakes and ways to help our environment - Common recycling mistakes and ways to help our environment This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for "eightWest." Michigan and states across the country are seeing big increases in curbside recycling since so many us are spending more time at… 
How EGLE is working to reduce waste in our landfills - How EGLE is working to reduce waste in our landfills This story was originally published by FOX17 for "Morning Mix." The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is dedicated to reducing waste that ends up in landfills.… 
Find out if you’re recycling the correct way - Find out if you’re recycling the correct way This story was originally published by WILX for "Studio 10." If you’re trying to be greener and recycling more in 2021, there’s a possibility that you’re doing it the wrong way. Lori… 
Energize Your Recycling Know-How - Energize Your Recycling Know-How This story was originally published by WDIV for "Live in the D." More people are recycling in Michigan and across the country. Curbside pickup is a great convenience, but are you recycling the correct way? “Live… 
Recycling industry will be key to building back Michigan economy - Recycling industry will be key to building back Michigan economy The COVID-19 pandemic has magnified the importance of recycling in Michigan and put a greater emphasis on increasing the quality of the state’s recyclable materials for end-market use. “Recycling has… 
During Michigan’s battle against COVID-19, recycling is more important than ever - During Michigan’s battle against COVID-19, recycling is more important than ever Rich Elliott has never felt particularly heroic while placing his bin of recyclables out for collection each week. “I’ve just always felt that it was basically the right thing… 
What can be recycled? - What can be recycled? This story was originally published by FOX47 for "Morning Blend." Kerrin O'Brien, Executive Director of Michigan Recycling Coalition, talks about what PPE can and can't be recycled. 
Keep the focus on recycling and reusing while decluttering - Keep the focus on recycling and reusing while decluttering Make recycling and reusing — not throwing away — the focus of spring cleaning this year. This story was originally published on the Detroit Free Press. As spring draws near, it’s… 
When it comes to recycling plastics, keep it clean – and know the rules - When it comes to recycling plastics, keep it clean – and know the rules From car parts to trash carts to pop bottles: Recycled plastics have a number of uses. This story was originally published on the Detroit Free Press.… 
Michigan aims to double recycling rate by 2025 - This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for "eightWest". So many events are now using completely recyclable cups and containers. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy is commending Fabri-Kal and their recycling efforts. Fabri-Kal is a leading… 
‘Recycling never goes out of style’: Find new uses for your old clothes - 'Recycling never goes out of style': Find new uses for your old clothes This story was originally published on the Detroit Free Press. Behold those pit-stained T-shirts, socks with holes in the heels and out-of-style paisley-patterned dress shirts taking up… 
Waste not this holiday season – or at least recycle as much as possible - Waste not this holiday season – or at least recycle as much as possible This story was originally published on the Detroit Free Press. While the holidays are a time to spread joy and happiness among family and friends, they’re… 
Comprenew prevents electronic items from ending up in landfills - Comprenew prevents electronic items from ending up in landfills This story was originally published by FOX17 for "Morning Mix". Morning Mix has partnered with the Michigan Department of Environment Great Lakes Energy to talk about recycling. However, this goes… 
Recycling – how to do it correctly - This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for "eightWest". GRAND RAPIDS, Mich. (WOOD) – This is truly a time of year filled with “stuff”, we give and receive over the holidays. We’re also purging to make space and even trying… 
Learn the rules for recycling batteries - Learn the rules for recycling batteries This story was originally published on ClickonDetroit.com/live-in-the-d. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy has launched a “Know It Before You Throw It” campaign to help consumers recycle more. One item that… 
Paper recycling featuring Paper McKay - This story was originally published by WSYM for "Morning Blend". Jill Greenberg, Spokeswoman, and Paper McKay, Recycling Raccoon, Michigan Dept of Environment, Great Lakes & Energy, talk about their Know It Before You Throw It initiative and how they are… 
Plastic recycling 101 - This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for "eightWest". For all the great natural resources we have in Michigan, it might surprise you to know, our state is among one of the lowest recycling states in the nation! Recycling has… 
Learn how this company uses recycled plastic to make high-quality products - Learn how this company uses recycled plastic to make high-quality products This story was originally published by FOX17 for "Morning Mix". Plastic. It's in cars, refrigerators, furniture, computers and so many other objects we encounter in our everyday lives. Recycling… 
Not all paper is recyclable – learn how to recognize the trash - Not all paper is recyclable – learn how to recognize the trash This story was originally published by WDIV Channel 4 for Live in the D. The holidays are approaching us fast! If you plan to wrap gifts or open… 
Not all paper can be recycled; here’s what goes in the bin - Not all paper can be recycled; here’s what goes in the bin This story was originally published by FOX17 for "Morning Mix". Paper is one of those things everyone knows can be recycled, however what's lesser known is that not… 
Paper recycling 101 - Paper recycling 101 This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for "eightWest". When you think about it, we have a lot of paper surrounding us on a daily basis, the books we read, letters we receive in the mail and… 
Cardboard recycling 101 - Cardboard Recycling 101 This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for woodtv.com/eightwest. Think about it, these days, we have a lot of things delivered to us through the mail. While it’s convenient, it also uses a lot of cardboard! Cardboard… 
Learn the rules of recycling cardboard - Learn the rules of recycling cardboard This story was originally published by WDIV for clickondetroit.com/live-in-the-d. After the last piece of pizza has been eaten, and the clothes from your online shopping spree have been hung with care, what do you… 
What’s the secret to recycling cardboard? Ask Michigan’s Recycling Raccoons - What’s the secret to recycling cardboard? Ask Michigan’s Recycling Raccoons This story was originally published on the Detroit Free Press website. If you want to improve your recycling habits, it’s best to listen to the experts. That’s why we asked… 
Recycling Glass 101 - Recycling Glass 101 This story was originally published by WOOD-TV for woodtv.com/eightwest. You may know that recycling has many benefits including energy savings, reduction in water use, decreases in greenhouse gases and conserving resources to name a few. But did… - Recycling glass? You may be doing it all wrong and here’s why - Recycling glass? You may be doing it all wrong and here's why This story was originally published by WDIV for clickondetroit.com/live-in-the-d. Live in the D's Kila Peeples ventured to the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) to learn more about how…
West Michigan craft breweries, Raccoon Squad clear on benefits of glass recycling - West Michigan craft breweries, Raccoon Squad clear on benefits of glass recycling This story was originally published on MLive Media Group. But for West Michigan craft beer producers Founders Brewing Co. and Bell’s Brewery, it’s an opportunity to help Mother… 
The Do’s and Don’ts of Recycling: How to do it properly - Everyone knows recycling materials is good for the planet and reducing the amount of waste that ends up in landfills. It's also good for business as companies that use those recycled materials grow and produce like new products used solely… 
Think you’re recycling the right way? Here’s what you need to know - Everyday you're likely to use some sort of can or metal, whether it's a pop or soup can. What do you do when you are finished with it? Toss it in the trash? You should consider recycling them. 
Recycling metal – what you need to know - In an average day, you will likely come in contact with many different types of metal products – everything from pop cans to canned food containers – but how can we do our part to make sure we’re recycling these… 
Metal recycling in southeast Michigan takes many shapes — including art - For professional artist Chris Nesbitt, conversations about metal can get heavy, sometimes into the hundreds of pounds. 
What happens to plastic after it’s recycled - Did you know that Michigan has the lowest recycling rate in the Great Lakes? There's a new promotion out from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) that wants to double the number of people recycling in… 
What happens to plastic bottles when you recycle them? - Every day, you likely use all kinds of plastic - everything from water bottles to containers, and you may be recycling them, but are you doing it right? 
Meet the furry faces of Michigan’s new recycling campaign - Turns out, the best person for the job of promoting the Know It Before You Throw It campaign isn’t a person at all. It’s a raccoon – six of them, to be precise. 
Did you know there’s a right way and a wrong way to recycle? - Many people do not know that plastic bags cannot be recycled. Some stores may accept them once you've used them, but generally don't leave them curbside with the garbage. 
Recycling at the Ballpark - We all want to help keep our earth clean, and one way we do that is by recycling. As we know, there are many things that are considered recyclables, but there also a lot of common mistakes that people make! 
Confused about recycling? Talk to the Raccoon Squad - Celine and Joe Sommerdyke are determined to help save the planet. But hectic days spent shuttling between work and taking care of their one-year old daughter mean that recycling do’s and don’ts are among the last things the Comstock Park… 
“Know It Before You Throw It” campaign informs people about rules of recycling - Recycling has many benefits including energy savings, reduction in water use, decreases in greenhouse gases and conserving resources to name a few. But only 15 percent of Michiganders recycle, the lowest in the Great Lakes region and among the lowest… 
EGLE kicks off Know It Before You Throw It education campaign in state’s first-ever effort to promote cleaner recycling - EGLE kicks off Know It Before You Throw It education campaign in state’s first-ever effort to promote cleaner recycling Goal is to reduce contaminated materials going into recycling bins and double state’s recycling rate to 30% by 2025 The Michigan…
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