“Green is Good” welcomes National Public Lands Day’s Robb Hampton and Alcoa’s Kevin Kramer to discuss their green initiatives.

“Green is Good” welcomes Alcoa’s Kevin Anton to discuss the company’s green initiatives.

The $21-million expansion will help the company research advanced recycling and casting processes.

The new recycling process reduces energy consumption by 25%.

Made in the U.S. from recycled, recyclable, toxin-free aluminum, Liberty Bottleworks’ reusable drinking bottles are a great accessory for on-the-go summer days.

Though Canbots are shy critters, their creator, Orson Li, snapped some pics of his green friends in their natural habitat of Hong Kong. Recycling with a truly can-do attitude!

Where: Fairhope Pier Park, Fairhope, AL View Larger Map When: Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. What: This suburb of Mobile goes green all day with exhibitors, movies, music and other green-skewed entertainment. Bring old electronics, cooking oil, aluminum, plastic and cardboard to recycle. Free for the whole family! More info: earthdaymobilebay.org

Where: Oakwood Homes New Home Center, Denver View Larger Map When: Saturday, April 23, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. What: Attendees are encouraged to ditch their vehicles and bring everything from electronics, to aluminum cans and plastic bags to the event’s recycling drive, and then stick around for children’s activities, live music and information about […]

“Green is Good” welcomes Alcoa’s Gregory Wittbecker and ‘Farmer Jane’ author Temra Costa to discuss their green initiatives.

Beyond standard appliances, aluminum is being used — and reused — in inventive ways in kitchens.