Green Resources: Waste Reduction
Green Resources
Searching for environmentally preferrable products? Finding such products on Grainger.com just got a lot easier.
It's easy to recycle rechargeable batteries and cell phones at your local Grainger branch.
Lamp Disposal State Regulations
Air Cycle Corporation has information to familiarize you with local lamp disposal regulations.
Since the introduction of PET containers in the late 1970’s, the industry has reduced the weight of PET in 2-liter bottles from 67 grams on average to about 48 grams; a 28% reduction. By reducing the amount of waste produced and buying products made from recycled content, you can help lower you facility’s impact on the environment.
Products to Reduce Waste and Made from Recycled Content
Waste Reduction Resources
According to the EPA, Americans, on average, recycle and compost 1.51 pounds of individual waste generation of 4.43 pounds per person per day.
- EPA's Wastes Page (Environmental Protection Agency)
- Top Recycling Tips (Planet Green)
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