Posts Tagged ‘recycling’
Closing the Gap
We frequently discuss the importance of recycling, as this turns items that would otherwise end up in a landfill into new products. EcoShredding is committed to recycling all shredded paper. One part of the recycling process that is often overlooked, however, is “closing the gap.” Closing the gap means not only recycling, but also buying…
Read MoreGo Green This Summer
With Independence Day behind us, it seems we’ve reached mid-summer. And in Metro Atlanta, that means even more heat and, of course, some smog. As you’re going about your summer activities, we have some tips to help you go green and still have a great time!
Read MoreWhat happens when paper is recycled?
As going green becomes a bigger deal in today’s world, more and more consumers are paying attention to where their products come from. Do you know how many of the products you purchase are packaged using post-consumer waste?
Read MoreBenefits of Paper Recycling
Did you know the average office worker in the U.S. uses 10,000 sheets of copy paper each year? That’s four million tons of copy paper used annually! Of that, about 74 percent is recovered for recycling. Once recycled, the paper can be transformed into many products including, masking tape, paper money, globes, bandages, dust masks,…
Read MoreUpcoming Shredding Events
We’ve discussed before why it’s so important to destroy sensitive documents, such as bank statements, medical records, tax information, credit card statements and even junk mail. Identity theft is constantly on the rise. While Dumpster diving is no longer the only common way this crime is accomplished, it’s not worth the risk. Chances are, you…
Read MoreGreen-colored Glasses
As Earth Day approaches on April 22, people everywhere are looking for new ways to “go green.” So in the spirit of Earth Day, here are some fun, easy tips for “going green” in the workplace.
Read MoreHow long should I keep my tax records?
Now that we’re fully into tax season, many have already received refunds and others are starting to worry about reaching the April 18 deadline. Here at EcoShredding, we know how taxes can take over your office with receipts, forms, W-2s, etc. Everyone wants to clean out old tax returns, de-clutter their office and have a…
Read More2010 Year in Review
It’s nearly the end of the year, time for resolutions, new beginnings and looking back. We at EcoShredding have been looking back at what we’ve accomplished in 2010 and would like to share this with you. Networking Groups Peg became VP of BNI. Travis became treasurer of PNRG (Professional Network Referral Group), became the Networking…
Read MoreResults from Free Shredding Event
Our Third Annual City of Alpharetta Shredding event over the weekend was a success! The event was free to everyone who came out with their sensitive documents, but in return we asked for a can food donation to go to the North Fulton Community Charities. Here is what was collected: – Recycled 6,900 lbs of paper.…
Read MoreAn Easy Way For Your Office To Go Green
Chances are your office produces a great deal of paper documents. Most do! Many of these contain sensitive information that must inevitably be destroyed. Don’t have a company bonfire planned? You could hire someone to sit and shred document after document, but is that really the best use of your time and money?
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