Policy options for market development
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The Recycling Advisory Council (RAC) has proposed a tax for all products manufactured from fresh materials for the conservation of natural resources. The aim of the committee is to increase the use of recyclable products with higher recovery of waste material. The revenue from these goods will be used to fund recycling and composting programs in the state. The other options in the policy also force manufacturers to use certain amount of recyclables in their products. They are allowed to form funding organizations which will help them in establishing recycling facilities. The RAC also promotes the sale of recyclable goods and increases waste diversion.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 1993
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Home, sweet (conspicuous) home
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Implementing recycling and conservation processes in the US construction industry would have a significant impact on reducing energy consumption and solid waste production. Suggestions include designing buildings that use less energy and can be easily disassembled to maximize materials recovery.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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Recycled content or bust
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The author advocates increased usage of recycled content in product manufacturing. He provides examples of successful recycled content programs, including the use of polyethylene terephthalate plastics in clothing, carpeting and lumber materials.
Publication Name: BioCycle
Subject: Environmental services industry
ISSN: 0276-5055
Year: 2001
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