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The Greening of North Arkansas College


Environmental News from
North Arkansas College

Quick-Links

"Where do I dispose of...?"

Navigate quickly to information and disposal options on specific items such as waste oil, used tires, batteries, refrigerators and more!

2007-2008 Recycling and Waste Stream Characterization (pdf)  

CLICK HERE

Play the "Consumer Consequences" Game!

Find out the effect if everyone lived like you do!
A fun and informative game to share!

Tending the Garden in Our Own Back Yard 

What does it mean?

DANGER! Used Needles!

How to dispose of them safely!

Backyard Burning:
What's the harm? 

Burning household waste is harmful to your health and the environment. Learn the problems and alternatives.

Environmental Writers Project!

A series of published articles by local environmental writers, providing useful and timely information about many aspects of solid waste management, waste disposal, recycling, and more!

How about you? Would you like to join the project?   Follow the link!

Who Are The Eco-Bots?

What happens when a Community College consults with bright, environmentally-conscious fifth graders about ways to conserve energy and reduce the environmental impact of operations?

What is meant by "Carbon Footprint?"

Definition: A representation of the effect human activities have on the climate in terms of the total amount of greenhouse gases produced (measured in units of carbon dioxide).

Putting Greenhouse Gases
   in Perspective

Estimates for energy savings and GHG emission reductions based on current levels of recycling.

Safe, non-toxic alternatives for common household chores! (Often less expensive, too!)

A Personal Emissions Calculator!"

 
EPA has developed tools to help individuals and households reduce greenhouse gas emissions and take action

Go for the Green!

"Greening," or "Going Green" means doing whatever we can to help:

• Conserve resources

• Use less energy

• Protect the environment

Because a lot of people - doing just a little -
will make all the difference!

 Top Ten sites providing
         "10 Easy Ways to Go Green"