I recently read that 90 million tons of recycled electronic waste was gathered and processed in 2011. In 2010, that number was 70 million. And this number will increase further as the American public continues to purchase retail electronics at a staggering pace, even despite the current economic climate. New device versions that push retailers to “upgrade” customers in the electronics world contribute to this wasteful climate. This is not necessarily the fault of consumers, since they usually … [Read more...] about Reselling or Recycling Old Cell Phones
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New Business Displaying at Art Walk
Flagstaff business owners Maureen Adras and Leslie Jackson will display some of their works at the First Friday Artwalk. The owners of BoldCow make recycling furniture into an art form. The one-of-a-kind furniture is taken through many stages before it is considered ready for sale. Jackson and Adras are featuring their work at The Seasoned Kitchen at 106 N. San Francisco Street between 6-9:00 p.m. The furniture will be displayed upstairs Friday night. Downstairs, tasty treats and … [Read more...] about New Business Displaying at Art Walk
Business Continually Working to Improve Sustainability
Every day, many people drive by a Flagstaff business that epitomizes being green. It has earned rankings as one of the most sustainable corporations in the world. SCA Tissue, on Butler Avenue (across the street from HomCo Ace Hardware), has a nondescript storefront. But behind its doors, an impressive recycling process is underway most days of the year, providing material for tissue and hand towels. SCA is an acronym for Svenska Cellulosa Aktiebolaget, which translates to Swedish Cellulose … [Read more...] about Business Continually Working to Improve Sustainability
How Green is My Valet?
Most of our efforts will really never be seen by guests,” said Annika Jackson, vice president/managing director of Enchantment Resort in Sedona. One of three hotels (the other two are Sedona Rouge and Wyndham Sedona) certified “Green” by the Arizona Hotel and Lodging Association (AzHLA), Enchantment is part of an effort to create sustainably greener Arizona hotels. “A lot of what we do is behind the scenes,” agreed Mark Gray, western regional VP, resort operations for Wyndham Vacation … [Read more...] about How Green is My Valet?
