CUNY Urban Food Policy Institute This article explores both market forces and public pressures needed to reduce the use of plastics. By developing and testing various public policies that can […]
Best Practices & Local Examples
Are Plastic Bag Bans Garbage?
NPR It was only about 40 years ago that plastic bags became standard at U.S. grocery stores. This also made them standard in sewers, landfills, rivers and the Great Pacific […]
Bay Area Cafes Test Reusable NextGen Cup Challenge Systems
Sustainable News Cafes in San Francisco and Palo Alto, California, are set to begin testing two new reusable cup systems from among the NextGen Cup Challenge winners. These pilots represent […]
Solid Waste Contract Negotiation Handbook
United States Environmental Protection Agency This handbook is designed to give local officials the information they need to develop effective solid waste contracts. Visit Resource Website
Guide: Best Practices in Municipal Waste Contracting
In the Public Interest This guide provides best practices for municipalities aiming to protect their interests when contracting with private companies that provide waste management services. Visit Resource Website
A Citizen’s Guide to Radon
United States Environmental Protection Agency Tips to protect homes and facilities from Radon. Visit Resource Website