Category Archives: Waste

2019 Plastic Bag Recycling Results

Posted on June 7, 2019 by Alexandra Salcedo-Bauza

LaRC continued its participation with the York/Poquoson Master Gardeners in collecting clean plastic bags and film for recycling. The donated material in observance of Earth Day/Arbor Day during April 2019 added up to 241 pounds of plastic, representing the largest … Continue reading →

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Plastic Bag Recycling is Back! Oct 1 – 31

Posted on September 19, 2018 by Ande Remington

Plastic bag recycling collection efforts are back in observance of Energy Action Month! Drop off your bags anytime in October.  Once again, NASA Langley is working with the York/Poquoson Master Gardeners to recycle plastic bags and film packaging, potentially for … Continue reading →

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All Earth Day and Arbor Day 2018 Events at LaRC

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Ande Remington

NASA Langley has many events planned for this year’s Earth Day and Arbor Day celebrations!  Earth Day is an annual event, celebrated worldwide on April 22, where events are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Arbor Day is observed each … Continue reading →

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Plastic Bag Recycling is Back! April 2-30

Posted on March 27, 2018 by Ande Remington

Plastic bag recycling collection efforts are back in observance of Earth Day (April 22) and Arbor Day (April 27)!  Once again, NASA Langley is working with the York/Poquoson Master Gardeners to recycle plastic bags and film packaging, potentially for a … Continue reading →

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Stop Litter from Getting Carried Away

Posted on March 20, 2018 by Ande Remington

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2017 Plastic Bag Recycling Results

Posted on February 1, 2018 by Ande Remington

In 2017, LaRC continued its participation with the York/Poquoson Master Gardeners in collecting clean plastic bags and film for recycling. The recycling events occurred in observance of Earth Day in April and Energy Action Month in October. The donated material … Continue reading →

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Keeping the Drains Clear

Posted on December 27, 2017 by Ande Remington

Fats, oils, grease (F.O.G.) and chemicals can be easily found in everyday practices here at NASA LaRC and at your home. It is important to ensure that these items are handled and disposed of properly so that they are never … Continue reading →

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Plastic Bag Recycling is Back! Oct 23 – Nov 17

Posted on October 6, 2017 by Ande Remington

Plastic bag recycling collection efforts are back in observance of Energy Action Month (Oct.) and America Recycles Day (Nov. 15)!  Once again, NASA Langley is working with the York/Poquoson Master Gardeners to recycle plastic bags and film packaging, potentially for … Continue reading →

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Enviro-Tip of the Month: Watts vs Lumens

Posted on May 30, 2017 by Ande Remington

If you’ve shopped for a light bulb lately, you may have noticed that things are a little different than they used to be. That’s because traditional incandescent bulbs have been replaced by newer, more energy-efficient models. These new bulbs – … Continue reading →

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Enviro-Tip of the Month: Know If You Need To Attend Waste Training 2017

Posted on May 1, 2017 by Ande Remington

During June, July, and August, the Standard Practice and Environmental Engineering Branch (SPEEB) will be providing its annual Waste Management/Spill Response Training. Want to help your building stay in compliance? One of the most common observations noted during Facility Environmental … Continue reading →

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