Nebraska Recycling Council

Our Rescue & Reuse (recycling/rehoming durable medical equipment) events were made possible through partnerships with: - Assistive Technology Partnership - City of Kearney - Independence Rising - Keep Omaha Beautiful - Keep Scottsbluff-Gering Beautiful - Nebraska Methodist College Drop off equipment July 22-26 in Lincoln and August 8-9 in Scottsbluff. Then find equipment to take home July 27 in Lincoln and August 10 in Scottsbluff. For times, locations and more Rescue & Reuse event details go to: https://lnkd.in/gvfpJmp2 Rescue & Reuse events are supported by Nebraska Environmental Trust and hosted by Nebraska Recycling Council.

Meet our Member: Flexcon – A purpose-driven material science company This June one of NRC’s new members, Flexcon, invited staff out to their 400,000 sq. ft. Columbus facility to learn all about their work, and assist them in achieving their substantial sustainability goals. Flexcon Global is a preferred provider of innovative coatings, film laminations, and functional technologies. Even if you don’t recognize the name, you’ve certainly interacted with their work. From packaging to healthcare to transportation and even aerospace, Flexcon’s technologies have a wide range of applications. Responsible material management is a vital component of all steps in the supply chain, from design to assembly, and Flexcon has committed to doing their part in reducing waste. Check out our July Newsletter article on this awesome company to learn more about their waste reduction efforts! https://lnkd.in/e24bsZ6V

Meet our Keynote! NRC is beyond excited to announce our Keynote speaker – Dr. Elizabeth Chapman, Executive Director of Recycle Colorado! Dr. Elizabeth Chapman has dedicated over 30 years to science and environmental advocacy, with a focus on waste and recycling systems since her 2008 dissertation on waste reduction and behavior change in rural Colorado. She currently serves as the Executive Director of Recycle Colorado, the state’s leading recycling organization, and as the Chair of the Producer Responsibility Program Advisory Board, which is pivotal in advancing sustainable waste management practices. Dr. Chapman’s work with Recycle Colorado involves representing a diverse group of stakeholders committed to waste reduction, diversion, and recovery. Her extensive experience includes significant contributions to improving composting and recycling systems, demonstrating her ability to bridge perspectives between citizens, businesses, governments, and nonprofits. Liz is honored to work with people across Colorado, driving the state towards a circular economy through innovative waste management solutions. She is excited to share her experience at the Nebraska Recycling Council conference, highlighting the collaborative efforts that can lead to successful waste reduction and recycling initiatives. https://lnkd.in/ggYyJ3S3

Happy Disability Pride Month! Disability Pride Month is celebrated every July because it marks the anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which was landmark legislation that protects people with disabilities from discrimination. We encourage our members and followers to consider how they can be an ally to people with disabilities in their community by educating yourselves, advocating for inclusivity in your recycling programming and ensuring your content is accessible to everyone.

Drop off your durable medical equipment that you no longer need: -July 22-26 in Lincoln -August 8-9 in Scottsbluff. After we collect each piece of equipment, we’ll clean and assess it to decide if it’s eligible to be rehomed on July 27 in Lincoln and August 10 in Scottsbluff. We’ll recycle any unusable or broken equipment and dead batteries with a contracted metal and battery recycler and donate reusable equipment to state disability organizations after our rehome event. For times, locations and more Rescue & Reuse event details go to https://lnkd.in/gvfpJmp2. Rescue & Reuse events are supported by Nebraska Environmental Trust and hosted by Nebraska Recycling Council.

Our 2 upcoming Rescue & Reuse events in July & August have 2 goals in mind: 1) Recycle/rehome durable medical equipment diverting it from the landfill. 2) Assist persons with disabilities and their families by providing an accessible and cost-effective option to recycle/rehome. For dates, locations and event details go to https://lnkd.in/gvfpJmp2. Rescue & Reuse events are supported by Nebraska Environmental Trust and hosted by Nebraska Recycling Council.

Know someone making a big impact in the world of waste diversion? NRC is accepting nominations for our annual awards until July 15th. Help us celebrate our amazing community by nominating the incredible individuals and organizations making a difference in your community: https://lnkd.in/ghS5i_Ef

This spring NRC welcomed two new interns to the team. They’ll be learning the ins and outs of nonprofit work and the recycling world while assisting grant projects. Welcome Jordan Lovely and Marty Stumpf! Check out the full article on our website: https://lnkd.in/gMS22_md

Through the support of the Nebraska Environmental Trust, we are hosting Rescue & Reuse events to recycle/rehome durable medical equipment. Rescue & Reuse events will be held in Lincoln and Scottsbluff this summer and in Kearney and Omaha in the spring of 2025. Learn more at https://lnkd.in/gvfpJmp2

The past few years I’ve had the privilege of leading the Nebraska Recycling Council to new heights. We’ve accomplished significant goals and addressed challenges related to legislation, problem materials, behavior change, infrastructure, and so much more. It’s been a whirlwind of research, collaboration, growth, and positivity. I was able to work with hundreds of individuals from environmental educators to state senators and will miss this role immensely. I’m happy to share that I’ve been accepted into the Sustainability Master’s Program at the University of South Dakota. I also accepted the Sustainability Coordinator position for the University! I’m excited to be back in an academic setting and further my education where my research will center around effectiveness of pro-environmental behavior. Thank you to my staff, the Board of Directors, colleagues, friends, and the State of Nebraska. This has been one of the most rewarding and valuable times of my life. I’m confident the organization will continue to be a leader in sustainable material management. I hope the ideas and projects I catalyzed will remain useful. My last day as Executive Director is June 30th but I will be with NRC part time through 2024. Please don’t hesitate to reach out and stay in touch!   All the best,  Haley Nolde https://lnkd.in/gYhN9spe