World-Class Recycling at the Olympic Track & Field Trials
July 10, 2012
Showcasing top athletes for Olympic qualification was not the only goal of this Eugene, OR, event — a 75% waste diversion rate was also eyed.
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Eco-Friendly Features, Recycling Pay Off for Portland Condos
May 29, 2012
Portland’s 937 Condominiums went the extra mile to achieve LEED Platinum certification, recycling 93% of construction waste along the way.
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The 14th Annual Trash Art Show in Manzanita, OR
May 9, 2012
During Fourth of July weekend, a coastal town becomes a hub for artsy repurposing, as dozens of local artists recycle castaway objects into inspirational art.
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Sustainapalooza: A Party to Celebrate the Earth
April 18, 2012
Southern Oregon’s Rogue Community College hosts its third annual Earth Day event, which includes a recycled fashion show and much more fun for the family.
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Oregon State University: Big Recycling Success
February 23, 2012
Incentive for Oregon’s largest university during RecycleMania comes from out-recycling and beating its arch-rival.
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Green Blogger Sean Gettings: Portland’s Recycling Successes
September 27, 2011
One of America’s greenest cities, Portland continues to innovate in its recycling and waste management practices.
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Portland Enacts Plastic Bag Ban
August 25, 2011
After a Senate Bill banning plastic bags throughout Oregon failed to pass, the Rose City took conservation measures into its own hands.
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Sean Gettings: The Push to Recycle on the Tennis Court
August 11, 2011
Recycling should not be overlooked outside of the home or workplace — your public sporting facilities included.
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Dogma Pet Beds Offer Comfort, Spare Landfills
June 9, 2011
The beds, marketed by the Society of St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County, are made from recycled mattresses.
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Constructing Wearable Art from Industrial Waste
February 4, 2011
Two Portland-based designers repurpose everyday throwaway items into funky jewelry and accessories.