Links to other Web sites
On this page see links for:
Recycling
- Recycling Association of Minnesota
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www.recycleminnesota.org
The Recycling Association of Minnesota is committed to
promoting resource conservation through waste
prevention, reuse, recycling, composting and purchasing
practices using the most cost effective and
environmentally sound methods available in Minnesota.
- Recycle MORE Minnesota -
www.recyclemoreminnesota.org
The Recycle MORE Minnesota campaign is a joint effort
between the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the
Recycling Association of Minnesota to help increase
awareness about recycling throughout the state. We are
working with our partners to promote recycling at home,
work and on the go.
- America Recycles Day - www.nrc-recycle.org/americarecycles.aspx
America Recycles Day is a national event held annually on November 15 to bring attention
to recycling and buying recycled products.
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - www.pca.state.mn.us
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) works with Minnesotans to protect,
conserve and improve our environment and enhance our quality of life.
- SEEK - www.seek.state.mn.us
SEEK (Sharing Environmental Education Knowledge) a place to find Minnesota resources
for environmental education. The SEEK directory works as a clearinghouse for all
types of environmental education resources, from articles to lesson plans, from
performances to displays, and many more. These resources come from a variety of
organizations throughout Minnesota, including schools and colleges, government agencies,
libraries and businesses.
- Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation - www.rbrc.org
The Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation (RBRC) can help you recycle your
portable rechargeable batteries. These batteries are commonly found in cordless
power tools, cellular and cordless phones, laptop computers, camcorders, digital
cameras, and remote control toys. RBRC recycles the following portable rechargeable
battery chemistries:
- Nickel Cadmium (Ni-Cd)
- Nickel Metal Hydride (Ni-MH)
- Lithium Ion (Li-ion)
- Small Sealed Lead (Pb) weighing less than 2 lbs./1 kg.
Reuse
- Twin Cities Free Market - www.twincitiesfreemarket.org
The Free Market is a no-charge, web-based listing service for Twin Cities residents
who want to get or give free reusable goods for the home, garage and garden.
It is part of an effort to reduce the amount of reusable goods being thrown away.
Waste Reduction
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - www.pca.state.mn.us
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) works with Minnesotans to protect,
conserve and improve our environment and enhance our quality of life.
- Use Less Stuff - use-less-stuff.com
The Use Less Stuff web site is designed to provide individuals and organizations
with information regarding the most efficient and effective ways to reduce waste
and conserve resources.
Yard Waste
- University of Minnesota Extension Service - www.extension.umn.edu
This site features instant access to the most recent Extension publications, newsletters,
audio scripts, news releases and programs.
Tree Waste
Commercial Recycling
- Resourceful Waste Management Guide -
www.knowwhattothrow.com/business
From finding a new home for unwanted office
furniture and old computers to identifying recycling
services for used oil filters, concrete or pallets.
Easy-to-find answers for businesses on what to do with
just about any waste material.
- There's a Better Way, Reusable Transport Packaging -
www.knowwhattothrow.com/businesses/tips-industry/-shipping
If your business discards wood pallets and cardboard
boxes after every trip, you're wasting money. Add that
money to your company's bottom line by switching to
reusable transport packaging in the form of reusable
pallets, containers or pallet pooling systems.
- Minnesota Waste Wise (MWW) - www.mnwastewise.org
Minnesota Waste Wise was created to provide the business community with a “one-stop-shop”
for solid waste reduction information and assistance. Minnesota Waste Wise has many
technical assistance and informational services available to members.
- Minnesota Materials Exchange - www.mnexchange.org
The Minnesota Materials Exchange connects businesses that have reusable goods to
those who can use them. The Minnesota Materials Exchange Alliance Online Catalog
is a service that helps businesses save money, become more competitive and conserve
natural resources.
- Minnesota Technical Assistance Program (MnTAP) - www.mntap.umn.edu
The Minnesota Technical Assistance Program not only helps businesses prevent pollution
and better manage waste, it helps them save time and money. Located at the University
of Minnesota, it provides FREE technical assistance tailored to individual businesses.
- Minnesota Pollution Control Agency - www.pca.state.mn.us
The Minnesota Pollution Control Agency (MPCA) works with Minnesotans to protect,
conserve and improve our environment and enhance our quality of life.
Anoka County Integrated Waste Management
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Anoka, MN 55303-2265
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