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April 4, 2025 // Good to Know, In the News
Every April, we get to celebrate Earth Month, a time to reflect on our impact on the planet and celebrate the positive strides being made toward a more sustainable future! Amidst environmental challenges, there are numerous stories of progress that offer hope and motivation. Here are some exciting developments happening around the world that are making a difference!
August 22, 2022 // BARC Services, In the News
How To Recycle A House Plastic bottles, cardboard boxes, junk mail, old newspapers, and magazines: These are just a few of the items that might land in your recycling bin on a day-to-day basis. But Traverse City’s Bay Area Recycling for Charities (BARC) has a more ambitious view of what recycling can be. Known already […]
December 20, 2018 // Fun Facts, Good to Know, In the News
Electronic Waste Stream in Michigan Were you aware that electronic waste also known as “e-waste” is the fastest growing waste stream in Michigan? Electronics can be defined as anything with a battery or power cord and can have many harmful chemicals in them. It is important that your electronics get properly recycled and don’t end […]
December 14, 2018 // Great Ideas, In the News
Reduce Food Waste in Michigan – Composting Tips Did you know that food waste makes up 15% of what we landfill here in Michigan? Andy Gale from Bay Area Recycling for Charities talks composting on Expert Tips from 9 & 10 news. He gives us 3 easy steps to reduce our food waste stream through […]