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Senators hear ways to have companies curb plastic pollution, other waste

Senators hear ways to have companies curb plastic pollution, other waste

by Ruby Grisin | Mar 6, 2024 | Environment, Featured

WASHINGTON – Senators on Wednesday heard from companies and nonprofit groups on effective ways to have producers take responsibility for packaging waste and other sustainability goals as they weigh legislation to curb pollution from plastics and disposable items. The...
Experts: Increasing U.S. Recycling and Composting Accessibility Vital to Climate Progress

Experts: Increasing U.S. Recycling and Composting Accessibility Vital to Climate Progress

by Jorja Siemons | Feb 2, 2022 | Environment, Featured

WASHINGTON –– Increasing availability of composting and recycling programs benefits both the climate and economy, experts said Wednesday at a Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works hearing.  “The U.S. spends $218 billion a year, growing, processing, and...

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