Sounds like some great potential in several green projects in our area.  Read the latest on Downtown Makeover. Thanks for the insightful scoop, Mike!

The Great Pacific Garbage Patch had doubled in size since I became aware of it (which was not 1988, when it was first discovered). Now twice the size of Texas (although really not measurable), scientists are baffled on how to clean this up, if it is even possible. The detriment that it is having on marine [...]

One of my favorite things to do is be clever – kind of like MacGyver.  Okay, so I have no need to blow open a door or untie myself with a paper clip, but I do like reusing. Hey, it is part of the recycled, REUSE, refuse mantra. So I decided that I would pick [...]

This just in, A-American Self Storage, with seven locations in the Reno/Sparks area, has partnered with Greenworks Environmental, LLC, to offer FREE e-waste recycling at all local A-American locations! More information including locations and hours, what is and isn’t accepted, and contact information at www.ewasterecyclingcenter.com

This couldn’t have come at a better time.  Seems like we’re seeing more and more bars, special events, etc. offering greener options for serving beverages in terms of cups and plates and cutlery.  You’ll  often see cups made from some kind of plant-based plastic labeled “compostable”.  I’ve got some chunks of this plant plastic sitting [...]

Sometimes, I just don’t get it. What can or can’t be recycled, why we have a huge illegal dumping problem, and exactly how much time is left for the Lockwood Landfill. Today, I got a rare look into all of it. Granted, time was limited, but I got a great look into exactly what is [...]

Our friends at KTMB posted this great little video clip from the local recycling facility.  Great information, but it left me wanting to hear more about it all!  I wanna go there and watch all the trucks and sorters and machines do their thing! Check it out on the KTMB blog here.

The RGJ posted an article today about the negotiations with two companies about our curbside recycling. We do need a change and this is great information for you. RGJ ARTICLE LINK The City Council is still making a decision. I encourage you to contact your city councilman to give them your input.  The article discusses [...]

Come in and check out the fantastic art from Veronica Coleman of Reno Upcycle.  Committed to sustainability and reducing waste, Reno Upcycle  uses old, out-dated, unwanted items and gives them a new life. Become a fan of Reno Upcycle on Facebook and visit her blog. Reno Upcycle and EcoReno will also be starting a series [...]

Really interesting information on the Great Pacific Garbage Patch. http://www.good.is/post/transparency-the-great-pacific-garbage-patch/