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Composting in the Mid-Atlantic Region(September 2002)

This report presents an overview of composting activities in the region, with emphasis on projects and initiatives that are being sponsored by state and local governments.

States Recycling Program Report (2001)

This survey of recycling programs in the Mid-Atlantic region was compiled by MACREDO member, Steve Coe, Virginia Department of Environmental Quality.

A Citizen's Primer: Recycling and Dual-Collection in Philadelphia (2001)

The document provides an analysis of Philadelphia's Recycling Program and a review of the state-of the-art of recycling and solid waste collection efficiency strategies as practiced in urban and suburban municipalities in locations throughout the country. Maurice Sampson authored the report that was prepared by PennFuture and MACREDO in cooperation with the Clean Water Fund and Clean Air Council.

PET School Recycling "How-To" Handout and School Recycling Flyer (2001)

These materials were developed for the PET School Recycling Pilot Project sponsored by MACREDO and the D.C. Office of Recycling with NAPCOR funding. Participating schools were provided with recycling bins, promotional flyers, an instructional handout, and the opportunity for an assembly presentation as outreach for the project. The DC Office of Recycling used the pilot to determine the best method for District-wide PET recycling.

End-of-Life Computer and Electronics Recovery Options for the Mid-Atlantic States, Second Edition (2000)

David Biddle authored this summary of major technology and environmental policies regarding the recycling and reuse of obsolete computers and other electronic devices. The report was specifically prepared for MACREDO members to provide assistance in long-term regional planning and policy initiatives.

Report on the Impact of EPA Region III's Green Building Lease (1999)

This is an overview of the environmentally friendly features and practices in the renovation of the EPA regional headquarters at 1650 Arch Street in Philadelphia.