Summer 2012

“ZeroLandfill Cincinnati” Re-purposing Event Just Around the Corner

Program connects expired specification samples from construction industry to local artisans, educators, and students

Starting on August 25, thousands of pounds of perfectly good carpet tiles, upholstery swatches, ceramic tiles, plastic laminates and paint chips, wall covering books, 3-ring binders, mat board, foam core, vinyl and rubber flooring samples, and other such materials will be available for the taking.

Grants Available to Improve Recycling Markets

Have a project in mind that would expand your ability to process a material or manufacture a finished product from recycled goods? Looking to improve the operation of your food scrap or organics recycling facility? Do you need equipment to pre-process C&DD material for recycling or reuse? You may be able to qualify for grant dollars.

What’s all the fuss about Green Umbrella?

Contributed by Reen Radel, Summer Development Director of Green Umbrella

Green Umbrella is a new non-profit organization working to improve the economic vitality and quality of life in the region around Cincinnati by maximizing the collective impact of individuals and organizations dedicated to environmental sustainability.

Stay Current with These Educational Opportunities

If you are looking for the latest developments in solid waste management, recycling, environmental permitting in Ohio, and green chemistry, check out these upcoming conferences.

Ohio EPA Issues Two New Rules

Ohio EPA’s new composting rules (OAC Chapter 3745-560) went into effect on April 2, 2012; and changes to Ohio’s Asbestos Emission Control regulations took effect on March 2, 2012.