Posts Tagged ‘Waste’
Zero waste for Richmond Rd School Gala
The weather and turnout were great for the Richmond Road School’s annual Gala held on Saturday, 31st of March 2012. with many people getting into the community spirit to raise money for the school. This year an additional aim was to reduce waste going to landfill. This was initially discussed with the organisers and relevant information…
Read MoreDraft Waste Management and Minisation Plan
Auckland Council is currently hearing submissions on the draft Waste Management and Minimisation plan. Colinda Rowe went along today to speak on behalf of the Grey Lynn 2030 Waste Away submission. Here is what she had to say: “Grey Lynn 2030 is a community organization that facilitates and supports local focus groups working towards a positive,…
Read MoreA sea of Plastic Trash
Here is the video of the Great Pacific Garbage Patch Capt. Charles Moore of the Algalita Marine Research Foundation first discovered the Great Pacific Garbage Patch — an endless floating waste of plastic trash. Now he’s drawing attention to the growing, choking problem of plastic debris in our seas. Rated Informative, jaw dropping and persuasive…
Read MoreWaste Away Group Minutes
The Waste Away meeting minutes from 4th April are now posted here Thanks to all of you who have put time and energy into the group, taking it forward to make a difference in our community. Our next meeting is Monday 4th May, 7.30pm, at the office of Waste Not Consulting Ltd, Williamson Ave, Grey…
Read MoreWhat is Biogas?
The Grey Lynn 2030 Waste Away group are interested in hearing more about BioGas Biogas is the flammable gas given off during Anaerobic Digestion (fermentation). Anaerobic Digestion is a useful process! Biogas is a useful product! Biogas can be utilised as a free energy source in a domestic or farm situation! Small scale Anaerobic Digestion…
Read MoreHave some old appliances to get rid of?
Kiwis are getting a helping hand to rid their homes of inefficient appliances over the next few weeks as part of Fisher & Paykel Appliances’ annual recycling days. On Saturday 28 February (8am to 4pm) in Wellington and Christchurch, and Saturday 7 March (8am to 4pm) in Auckland, the public can bring any brand of…
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