Every hour Americans throw away 2.5 million plastic bottles
The use of recycled steel is estimated to save 60-70% of the energy required to produce steel cans from ore.
Every ton of paper recycled saves about 17 trees.
Recycling one aluminum can saves the equivalent of enough energy to run a television set for three hours.
Throwing away a single aluminum can, versus recycling it, is like pouring out six ounces of gasoline.
Source: "Recycling in America: A Reference Handbook". Debra L. Strong. Published in 1997 by Contemporary World
History of the Regional Recycling & Waste Reduction District
The Regional Recycling & Waste Reduction District began as the Pulaski County Regional Solid Waste Management District in 1992 ¬– one of eighteen Arkansas regional solid waste management districts authorized under Act 752 of 1991. The District includes all of Pulaski County. The Board is chaired by the Pulaski County Judge and consists of the mayors of Jacksonville, Little Rock, Maumelle, North Little Rock, and Sherwood. The mayors of the smaller communities of Alexander, Cammack Village, and Wrightsville are ex-officio members of the Board.
The Executive Director explains what’s in a name – for you and all Pulaski County. more...
Go Green - Free
If, like many Americans, you’re interested in living a greener lifestyle – we can help! Simply click here for your free copy of the Green Guide at a Glance and learn what you can do to protect the environment for generations to come.
Junk The Junk Mail!
Junk mail creates four million tons of unnecessary waste each year. Even though most junk mail is recyclable, the best option is to stop it from being delivered. Here’s how you can reduce junk mail at your home and in landfills. More. . .
Environmental Stewards
All 11 Starbucks in Pulaski County receive recognition for their Grounds for Your Garden program...more.
Healthier Painting
Concerns about air pollution, hazardous waste and health has reduced the use of oil based paints, which release large amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOC). Manufacturers now make latex paints that are as durable as the oil based, but, with little or no VOC’s. Look for these paints at your local stores---good for you and the environment.
Special Electronics Collection
Fall Special Electronics Collection Date Set...more.
Household Chemical, Electronic and Drop-off Center Closings
If, like many Americans, you’re interested in living a greener lifestyle – we can help! Simply click here for your free copy of 
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All 11 Starbucks in Pulaski County receive recognition for their Grounds for Your Garden program...
Concerns about air pollution, hazardous waste and health has reduced the use of oil based paints, which release large amounts of volatile organic compounds (VOC). Manufacturers now make latex paints that are as durable as the oil based, but, with little or no VOC’s. Look for these paints at your local stores---good for you and the environment.
Fall Special Electronics Collection Date Set...
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