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City of Montgomery Recycling Update – Spring 2011

laura — Thu, 14 Apr 2011 05:00:28 +0000

The Montgomery Clean City Commission makes it easy for you and your family to recycle by providing several drop-off points throughout the city. Review the lists below to find a convenient location near you. More information on recycling within the city limits is available at MontgomeryAL.gov.

Also, find information at the bottom of this page ... [Read More]

Plan an Eco-Vacation: Where to Go, How to Get There, and What to Do

laura — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:42:02 +0000

Ecotourism is a buzzword that has been around for years and has recently grown in popularity. This not-so-new method of vacationing takes into account a number of important factors including sustainability, conservation and community.

Awareness and Responsible Travel Tourists are now more aware than ever of the impact they have on the places they visit and are ... [Read More]

Swap-conomy: Save Money by Lending, Sharing and Trading

laura — Mon, 31 Jan 2011 18:38:30 +0000

Neighbors, farmers and city-folks alike have been lending and borrowing tools and supplies for centuries. but these practices have gained new popularity as people look for more ways to cut back on expenses. Some very creative websites have streamlined and improved borrowing and bartering processes. These websites establish boundaries for participants and offer accountability, making ... [Read More]

A Smart, Sustainable Holiday Season

jsolt — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 21:29:26 +0000

As the holidays approach, it’s easy to get overwhelmed with decorating, baking, wrapping, entertaining, and finding the perfect gift for that special someone. Being mindful of cost-saving and sustainability may seem impractical, but consider these ideas to make the season simpler and ... [Read More]

Understanding Plastic Recycling Symbols

jsolt — Fri, 10 Sep 2010 22:16:43 +0000

Not all plastics are created equal, and when talking about recycling, that fact becomes very important. While many people understand that certain plastics must be separated for the recycling process, they may find the many symbols and codes to be intimidating. Perhaps even intimidating to the point of preventing them from recycling at ... [Read More]