Wednesday, August 26, 2009
E-Waste Wrap Up
Here's a great article written about this past weekend's clean up. Great job everyone!
Monday, August 24, 2009
E-Waste Clean Up
Creation Care, Herman Miller and Comprenew all teamed up to offer e-waste collection in downtown Zeeland this past Saturday. The response was overwhelming. They filled two semi trailers to the point of overflowing. This proves a thought I had in my last article - that we are all trying to do the right thing and don't need much encouragement to do so.
It also proves that those in any community do hang on to things until they can dispose of them properly. When given a choice, most people will do the right thing. This seems to go against most mainstream media and environmentalists that think we need legislation to force people to do the right thing. This is clearly not case. Provide us with the right communication and means to dispose and we will do the right thing on our own.
Thank you all for being a part of this collection. For those outside Michigan, think about this - maybe you can do this, too, and I'll bet you lunch you'll get the same results.
Dan/Average Joe
It also proves that those in any community do hang on to things until they can dispose of them properly. When given a choice, most people will do the right thing. This seems to go against most mainstream media and environmentalists that think we need legislation to force people to do the right thing. This is clearly not case. Provide us with the right communication and means to dispose and we will do the right thing on our own.
Thank you all for being a part of this collection. For those outside Michigan, think about this - maybe you can do this, too, and I'll bet you lunch you'll get the same results.
Dan/Average Joe
Saturday, August 22, 2009
My Green Coffee
Taking a break from my philosophy paper, I reflect on were I am. I'm sitting at my favorite coffee place in Holland, MI - Lemonjello's. This has got to be one of the greenest places in Holland.
The coffee is organic and produced using sustainable farming practices. They bake almost all their own baked goods, which not only cuts down on the carbon footprint of the food, but also means I know I'm not putting anything in my body (like preservatives) that may be harmful to me. And they make a mean blueberry muffin, in my humble opinion.
They use real cups and silverware if you're sitting and staying to eat. I like that they don't automatically hand you plastic stuff that will be thrown away five minutes after you receive it. The "plastic" cups that they reserve for smoothies and to-go drinks, are actually made out of corn and plant products and can be composted. How cool is that? So when you're done with your smoothie, just chuck your cup in the garden! The owners are even starting to compost some of their leftovers.
From composting and recycling to providing responsible disposable materials, Lemonjello's really gets it. And guess what? They make a profit and have a great following. Hmmmm, interesting... a company that is using green materials and green practices is making money. :-)
I suggest you give them a shot.
The coffee is organic and produced using sustainable farming practices. They bake almost all their own baked goods, which not only cuts down on the carbon footprint of the food, but also means I know I'm not putting anything in my body (like preservatives) that may be harmful to me. And they make a mean blueberry muffin, in my humble opinion.
They use real cups and silverware if you're sitting and staying to eat. I like that they don't automatically hand you plastic stuff that will be thrown away five minutes after you receive it. The "plastic" cups that they reserve for smoothies and to-go drinks, are actually made out of corn and plant products and can be composted. How cool is that? So when you're done with your smoothie, just chuck your cup in the garden! The owners are even starting to compost some of their leftovers.
From composting and recycling to providing responsible disposable materials, Lemonjello's really gets it. And guess what? They make a profit and have a great following. Hmmmm, interesting... a company that is using green materials and green practices is making money. :-)
I suggest you give them a shot.
Monday, August 17, 2009
An Eco Font
As I sit here in my office at lunch, a friend/coworker has introduced me to a simple way to save on the amount of ink I use, both in my printer here at work and at home.
It's called Ecofont. What makes it an environmental-friendly font is that it uses up to 20% less ink when printed - thanks to tiny little holes in each letter that cannot be seen unless enlarged.
What a great tool to implement at home and at work. It's an easy thing to do to help the environment and save money.
It's called Ecofont. What makes it an environmental-friendly font is that it uses up to 20% less ink when printed - thanks to tiny little holes in each letter that cannot be seen unless enlarged.
What a great tool to implement at home and at work. It's an easy thing to do to help the environment and save money.
Thursday, August 13, 2009
E-Waste Collection August 22
This a great upcoming event for electronic recycling:
Electronics Recycling Event - FREE
Sponsored by First Reformed Church and
West Michigan Creation Care!
In cooperation with local e-waste recycler Comprenew Environmental (a division of Worldwide Christian Schools), First Reformed Church, Herman Miller, and the West Michigan Creation Care team are hosting a free e-waste drop-off event at the First Reformed Church parking lot at 148 East Central Ave in Zeeland on Saturday, August 22 from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
WHY?
Electronic waste is a growing concern to our environment. When put in landfills, e-waste can leak harmful toxins into our soil and water. You can help make a difference!
WHO?
A division of Worldwide Christian Schools, Comprenew Environmental is a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit electronics recycler. Comprenew’s mission is to inspire our community to live and work in a sustainable manner. Together with the First Reformed Church and West Michigan Creation Care, Comprenew is offering you a convenient way to do your part by recycling your electronics on Saturday, August 22.
WHEN?
Please look for the Herman Miller semi-trailer in the parking lot of First Reformed Church on Saturday, August 22 between 9am and 1pm. Any items with a cord or battery will be accepted at no charge (TVs have a requested donation of $10 each). Comprenew will wipe all computer hard drives. Call Comprenew for details on acceptable items: 616.988.8282.
Electronics Recycling Event - FREE
Sponsored by First Reformed Church and
West Michigan Creation Care!
In cooperation with local e-waste recycler Comprenew Environmental (a division of Worldwide Christian Schools), First Reformed Church, Herman Miller, and the West Michigan Creation Care team are hosting a free e-waste drop-off event at the First Reformed Church parking lot at 148 East Central Ave in Zeeland on Saturday, August 22 from 9:00am to 1:00pm.
WHY?
Electronic waste is a growing concern to our environment. When put in landfills, e-waste can leak harmful toxins into our soil and water. You can help make a difference!
WHO?
A division of Worldwide Christian Schools, Comprenew Environmental is a Grand Rapids-based nonprofit electronics recycler. Comprenew’s mission is to inspire our community to live and work in a sustainable manner. Together with the First Reformed Church and West Michigan Creation Care, Comprenew is offering you a convenient way to do your part by recycling your electronics on Saturday, August 22.
WHEN?
Please look for the Herman Miller semi-trailer in the parking lot of First Reformed Church on Saturday, August 22 between 9am and 1pm. Any items with a cord or battery will be accepted at no charge (TVs have a requested donation of $10 each). Comprenew will wipe all computer hard drives. Call Comprenew for details on acceptable items: 616.988.8282.
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