Commercial Recycling Programs
Interview on "Going Green with the King" about green businesses in Johnson County (aired 3/26/2011)
Green Business Award Program 2012
The
Johnson County Solid Waste Management Committee recognizes businesses that are leading the way to
reduce waste and conserve resources. Green business
practices save your business money and are valued by
your customers and employees. Businesses with innovative
recycling programs, green purchasing policies, waste
reduction measures and employee education programs are
encouraged to apply for the Green Business Recognition
Award.
This is a self-nominating and non-competitive award. All businesses are encouraged to apply.
View the 2012 Green Business Award Application (DUE JANUARY 31, 2012)
View the 2011 Green Business Awardees
View the 2010 Green Business Awardees
For questions about the Johnson County Green Business Craig Wood.
Start a Recycling Program at Work
Is your business ready to jump start a recycling program? Want to add a little spring to your existing recycling program?
Here are some resources to help you get started with recycling and improve your current recycling program:
Complete Business Recycling Toolkit (PDF)
Solid waste specialists from the Johnson County Environmental Department are also available to provide a free waste and recycling evaluation and consultation. Contact Craig Wood for assistance.
Apartment and Multi-family dwelling recycling
Multi-family dwellings have options for recycling programs. If you live in a rented apartment, the first thing to do would be to approach the manager of the building and request recycling services. Recycling usually gets started when there is a general interest from the residents. Deffenbaugh Industries has a co-mingled recycling program for apartment complexes called One Planet, One Chance. Abitibi-Bowater has a recycling program for apartments called Eco-Rewards.