Recycle Right Power Meal Promotes Effective Practices for a More Sustainable Future
On track with continuously honoring Earth Day each year, we once again hosted a themed event in celebration, this time aiming to raise awareness about effective recycling practices by featuring prominent speakers sharing their expertise and insights on the topic. Organized in collaboration with Accenture, a global consulting and professional services company, their involvement underscored the significance of recycling practices within the corporate sector and their commitment to sustainable business operations.
Our Power Meal: Recycle Right invited community members to The Clubhouse to join a complimentary catered lunch while discussing best practices in recycling and improvements being made right here in Tech Square. The event, organized in collaboration with Accenture, a global consulting and professional services company, was a critical component, as their involvement underscored the significance of recycling practices within the corporate sector and their commitment to sustainable business operations.
While attendees dined on a mix of salads and chicken sandwiches, they also heard from local subject matter experts on a multitude of recycling-related topics:
Kim Stahlman, a Sales Executive from Republic Services – a leader in making a “positive impact on people and the planet” – delivered a presentation on single-stream recycling facilities. She discussed the advantages of this recycling method, which allows for the collection of various recyclable materials, like paper, plastic, glass, and metal, to be collected together. Kim also highlighted Republic's commitment to sustainability and shared information about their new plastic recycling facilities, which are specifically designed to efficiently process and recycle different types of plastic waste, promoting a circular economy.
Jonathan Cornelius, Senior Property Manager at Collaborative Rel Estate, piggybacked off Kim, enlightening participants about a similar single-stream recycling program implemented at Centergy. He emphasized the importance of recycling education and explained how Centergy has enacted effective waste management strategies, including maximizing recycling rates and minimizing waste going to landfills, which ultimately fosters a more sustainable community.
Miracle Wilson, a Business Development Representative from eWaste ePlanet, focused on electronic waste recycling. She provided insights into her company’s process for recycling electronic devices, distinguishing between data-bearing and non-data-bearing equipment. Miracle also highlighted the challenges and solutions involved in responsibly managing electronic waste and described the sophisticated facilities operated by eWaste ePlanet.
Equally as important as the topic itself was the notion that this Power Meal offered attendees the opportunity to learn about innovative recycling methods, gain insights from industry experts, and engage in meaningful discussions. The event fostered collaboration and knowledge sharing among professionals, encouraging the adoption of sustainable waste management practices. And hopefully, the recycling initiatives discussed left a lasting impact on the audience and will inspire them to take action toward building a more sustainable future.
What recycling actions will you take to create a more sustainable future?