Green gifts are presents that require fewer resources and result in less waste than conventional mass-produced items. They can be bought new items, repurposed old items or old items made new through the magic of recycling. Get an early start on your new year's resolutions and pledge to give green this season with a little help from Green Neighbors....
Green Blog
News about our community as it relates to the environment
Dec
13
Nov
26
As we gather together to spend quality time with family and friends, keep in mind how you might be able to cut down on a little waste that is generated during the season. Here are some tips that emphasize the "reduce, reuse, recycle" mantra, and may help create new traditions and lasting memories: Household waste in the U.S. increases by more...
Jul
15
Over the last few years, Clark County's waste hauler Waste Connections has noticed a trend: an increase in the number of needles and medical sharps found in Clark County's waste and recycling in the fall months. When not correctly disposed of, sharps such as needles, intravenous (IV) tubing, scalpel blades, and lancets can be a major haza...
Jun
26
Stop by the Green Programs booth at the Clark County Recycled Arts Festival June 29-30 at Esther Short Park to sign up for the pledge - when you sign up, you'll get a prize! In March, 265 Clark County residents participated in the WasteBusters Challenge to reduce waste by pledging to take their own reusable bag to the store, use a reusable coffee c...
May
23
Reusable plastic dining ware only needs to be reused 10 times to be better for the environment than single-use plastic. You may have noticed a recent increase in the availability of products labeled as "compostable" at event venues, restaurants, and supermarkets. Throughout the country people are hearing more about waste, recycling, and t...
