Instant Clean Water

Too much of the world lacks access to clean drinking water. Engineer Michael Pritchard did something about it -- inventing the portable Lifesaver filter, which can make the most revolting water drinkable in seconds. An amazing demo from TED.

6th Annual Trash Oscars

The Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District held its sixth annual Trash Oscars on November 13, 2009 at the Lyndhurst Community Center. The Trash Oscars is an awards program designed to recognize individuals and communities for their commitment to recycling in a clever and fun way. This year the Bay Village Green Team was one of the eleven organizations presented an award that was half Academy Awards and half Sesame Street. Our specific recognition was for helping to “green” the city of Bay Village by implementing programs to increase recycling and sustainability practices and educating residents about the environment. Go Bay Village!

Visit to Allied Waste Oberlin Recycling Facility

The Bay Village Green Team had the opportunity to tour the Allied Waste Oberlin Recycling Facility. With a network of 35,000 employees, 400 hauling companies, and access to 213 landfills. Our adventures gave us the inside look to how our common waste commodities such as glass, paper and aluminum are being sorted, organized, and re-purposed. In 2007, only 30% to 35% of their revenue was from municipal or residential services. Such as low number with room for improvement. Let's get recycling folks! Check out more of our tour photos on our Facebook Fan Page.