Thoughts on Waste Reduction, Zero Waste, Sustanability and Such
In our trash talking blog, we write about trends, tips, and issues in the waste and environmental sustainability world. We hope you'll find something useful to help your company be more sustainable. If you want us to explore something or ask a question, contact us!
Compost Awareness Week: Time to Level Up Your Organics Program
You’ve Started—Now Let’s Optimize If you’re already collecting food scraps in your prep stations, you’re ahead of the curve. But Compost Awareness Week is the perfect moment to take a closer look at what’s still slipping through the cracks—and how to capture more with minimal operational strain. At Reduction In Motion, we help…
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Waste is a Team Effort.
Turn Staff into Sustainability Champions: Making Waste Reduction a Workplace Culture In every workplace, waste is a constant. Whether it’s cardboard boxes from deliveries, leftover food from lunch breaks, or disposable supplies used in daily operations, every employee contributes to the waste stream in some way. But here’s the truth: they can also…
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Can you Recylce This – Toilet Paper Roll
Guess before you swipe! Can you recycle this? Before you swipe, take a guess – Can you recycle this? ♻️ Whether you’re a recycling rookie or a seasoned trash talker, we can all learn something new. Each week, we’ll break down common (and tricky) items to help you make better recycling decisions. 👉…
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Can you recycle this – Cosmetics Container
Recycling isn’t always black and white. Let’s test your skills. Can you recycle this? Before you swipe, take a guess – Can you recycle this? ♻️ Whether you’re a recycling rookie or a seasoned trash talker, we can all learn something new. Each week, we’ll break down common (and tricky) items to help…
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3 Tips to Celebrate Valentine’s Day Sustainably
Valentine’s Day is all about honoring the ones we love, but it’s often overshadowed by mass-produced gifts like balloons, gift baskets, stuffed animals, and flowers that quickly lose their charm and end up in landfills. This year, why not embrace more sustainable, locally sourced alternatives? Here are three simple suggestions for a more…
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Maryland Business Recycling Report
Starting in March 2024, the state of Maryland began collecting information on business recycling and waste disposal through the Maryland Annual Business Recycling Report. Managed by the Maryland Department of the Environment, the report is due annually on March 1st and asks businesses to report information on the waste generated over the previous…
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Rethinking Healthcare Waste Management: A Call to Action for Compliance and Sustainability
Rethinking Healthcare Waste Management: A Call to Action for Compliance and Sustainability In light of the recent $49 million settlement with Kaiser Permanente for improper waste disposal, hospitals across California are urged to reassess their waste management practices. The California Medical Waste Management Act mandates that all healthcare facilities follow strict guidelines for…
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Trivia Day 2025
🎉 National Trivia Day – Sustainability Edition! 🌎 Welcome to Reduction In Motion’s Trivia Challenge!Celebrate National Trivia Day with us by testing your knowledge of sustainability, waste reduction, and environmental impact. We’ve crafted a set of fun, thought-provoking questions to get you thinking about the world around you. 🌱 🔍 How it works:…
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Celebrate Crossword Puzzle Day with Our Sustainability Puzzle!
Did you know December 21 is Crossword Puzzle Day? 🧩 At Reduction In Motion, we’re celebrating with a fun and educational activity designed just for you—a Sustainability Crossword Puzzle! Our crossword puzzle is a creative way to test your knowledge about sustainability, waste reduction, and environmental impact. It’s interactive, shareable, and a great…
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