Best Recycling Board Podcasts (2024)

Send us a text Curious about how AI can revolutionize local government? Join us in this episode of "What's Happening MoCo" as we sit down with Marc Elrich, the County Executive of Montgomery County, live from the MACo Conference in Ocean City, Maryland. Learn firsthand how attending these conferences can spark innovative ideas and collaborations. M…

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September 17, 2024: Maine logs first locally-acquired West Nile virus infection in 4 years; Hancock County judge suspended 6:14

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This Day in Maine for Tuesday, September 17, 2024.

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John Lanier Discusses the Ray Anderson Foundation's Climate Change Initiatives 7:27

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John Lanier Discusses the Ray Anderson Foundation's Climate Change Initiatives by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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September 16, 2024: Maine's senators propose federal bill requiring military use of crisis intervention laws; Hampden mail facility to be preserved 8:30

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This Day in Maine for Monday, September, 16, 2024.

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Max Holland and Amie Foster Discuss Highlights of the Annual FEI Group Meeting in Washington, DC 8:35

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Max Holland and Amie Foster Discuss Highlights of the Annual FEI Group Meeting in Washington, DC by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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Tom Sullivan and Jason Delves Discuss Future Plans for Lumber Liquidators Under Their Leadership 9:07

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Tom Sullivan and Jason Delves Discuss Future Plans for Lumber Liquidators Under Their Leadership by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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Kermit Baker Discusses Outlook for Economic Growth in Commercial & Residential Building Sectors 7:49

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Kermit Baker Discusses Outlook for Economic Growth in Commercial & Residential Building Sectors by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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Earth911 Podcast: Author Nadina Galle on The Nature of Our Cities 42:35

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More than half the world's population—4.4 billion people—live in cities today. That number is expected to rise to 80% by 2050. Our guest, Nadina Galle, is a trailblazing ecological engineer and author of The Nature of Our Cities. She is an ecological engineer who studies the intersection of nature and technology in urban environments. Nadina develo…

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What’s the impact of solar farms on Virginia land? 34:41

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Solar has been getting a lot of attention in the past couple years and counties across Virginia have been passing stringent regulations on new solar developments. This week we spoke with Dr. Lee Daniels, Professor Emeritus of Land Rehabilitation and Dr. Ryan D. Stewart, Professor of Soil Physics & Hydrology, both at Virginia Tech about the effects …

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September 13, 2024: Conservationists race to save Maine's salt marshes; new report predicts gradual realignment of the state's labor market 6:55

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This Day in Maine for Friday, September 13, 2024.

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September 12, 2024: Frustration builds over PFAS foam spill; Maine moving ahead with broadband internet expansion 7:00

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This Day in Maine for Thursday, September 12, 2024

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September 11, 2024: Preble Street Shelter to take over Hope House in Bangor 5:53

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This Day in Maine Wednesday, September 11, 2024

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September 10, 2024: Maine nursing homes get a cash infusion to stay afloat; campaign for Maine's trails bond kicks off 4:26

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This Day in Maine for Tuesday, September 10, 2024.

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September 9, 2024: U.S. Justice Department sues Maine over behavioral health services for children; a major investment made in regional recycling 10:19

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This Day in Maine for Monday, September 9, 2024.

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Earth911 Podcast: Cemvita’s Biotech Breakthroughs 40:24

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The global push for sustainability has reached a critical juncture, particularly in industries traditionally associated with high environmental impacts, such as chemical manufacturing and mining. These sectors, vital to the global economy, are also significant contributors to carbon emissions and environmental degradation. However, innovative appro…

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September 6, 2024: Gov. Mills criticizes law enforcement for failing to stop Lewiston mass shooter; transit advocates call for alternatives to Gorham Connector project 4:41

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This Day in Maine for Friday, September 6, 2024.

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David Bender Discusses Status of AB-863 California Carpet Recycling Legislation 9:16

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David Bender Discusses Status of AB-863 California Carpet Recycling Legislation by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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September 5, 2024: New initiative to combat elder fraud; Portland city council votes to divest from companies involved in arms transfers to Israel 6:36

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This Day in Maine for Thursday, September 5, 2024.

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Bruce Zwicker Discusses Demise of LL Flooring 8:18

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Bruce Zwicker Discusses Demise of LL Flooring by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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Ashlie Butler Discusses Bob's Carpet and Flooring's Labor Day Sale 4:47

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Ashlie Butler Discusses Bob's Carpet and Flooring's Labor Day Sale by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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September 4, 2024: Brunswick calls for immediate action after foam spill; casino inspectors vote 'no confidence' in gambling regulator 3:49

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John McGlennon - September 2024 Board Of Supervisors Update 24:34

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John McGlennon, representative for the Roberts District on the James City County Board of Supervisors, joins us this week to talk about the proposed government center, affordable housing, the compensation study, real estate reassessments and more.By James City County Government

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September 3, 2024: School begins with staffing shortages, heating assistance applications go online 7:22

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This Day in Maine for Tuesday, September 3, 2024.

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Earth911 Podcast: Rachael Z. Miller Tracks Microfiber Pollution 45:17

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Rachael Z. Miller is a leading voice in the fight against microfiber pollution, the plastic smog that trails our clothing like exhaust from a car. You might not see them, but our synthetic clothing sheds millions of tiny plastic fibers that make their way into our atmosphere, oceans, and rivers. It’s been less than a century since the introduction …

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What's Happening at MACo 2024 Pt. 1? - State and County Reps Share Insights, Resources 1:03:17

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Send us a text In this episode of "What's Happening MoCo," we sit down with Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown to unpack the crucial responsibilities of his office. Brown speaks candidly about his initiatives aimed at reducing the over-incarceration of young Black men, fostering fairness, and leveraging technological advancements like AI to pr…

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Why isn’t the VA minimum wage increasing in 2024? 23:18

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In 2020, Virginia started on a path to incrementally increase the minimum wage to $15 per hour by 2026. But this year the governor vetoed the annual increase. In this episode, we talk with Levi Goren, Director of Research & Education Policy at the Commonwealth Institute, about what the minimum wage is, how it is related to inflation, and who is imp…

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August 30, 2024: Drinking water testing; federal grant to support immigrant resettlement 5:06

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This Day in Maine for Friday, August 30th, 2024

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August 29, 2024: Erosion threatens Maine lakes; Seadogs broadcasters get called up to the major leagues 10:34

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This Day in Maine Thursday, August 29 , 2024

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Dave Chambers Discusses Nebraska Furniture Mart's Labor Day Sale 5:52

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Dave Chambers Discusses Nebraska Furniture Mart's Labor Day Sale by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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August 28, 2024: Harris-Walz campaign wants to mobilize Black Mainers to vote and volunteer 9:23

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This Day in Maine Wednesday, August 28, 2024

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JCC Strategic Plan Update - 2024 15:08

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James City County has launched its Strategic Plan Update, a process to revise the currently adopted 2035 Strategic Plan and we want you to be part of it! Tune in to the newest episode of This Week in James City County and learn more.JCC Strategic Plan Public Open House #1Monday, Sept. 9, 6 p.m., Legacy Hall, 4301 New Town AvenueRegistration is enco…

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August 27, 2024: Enrollment up at University of Maine system; PFAS detected at site of Brunswick spill 10:57

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This Day in Maine for August 27, 2024.

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Oriental Weavers' Mandi Williams Discusses Trends in the Area Rug Category 5:37

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Oriental Weavers' Mandi Williams Discusses Trends in the Area Rug Category by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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August 26, 2024: Health insurance rates in Maine are on the rise; relief from browntail moth infestations 9:32

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This Day in Maine for Monday, August 26, 2024.

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Earth911 Podcast: Room & Board Makes Furniture Sustainability A Top Priority 33:15

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Meet Emily McGarvey, furniture maker and retailer Room & Board's first Director of Sustainability. The company, founded in 1980, recently became an employee-owned B Corporation. Room & Board has made significant efforts to reduce the environmental impact by engaging 12,000 U.S. craftspeople to make its furniture, achieving 95% sustainable wood sour…

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August 23, 2024: RFK Jr. drops out; Portland reckons with cruise ship impact 7:46

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This Day in Maine for Friday, August 23rd, 2024.

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Behind The Scenes With General Services - The Director 15:54

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We wrap up our Behind the Scenes with General Services miniseries this week with our guest, the Director of General Services, Grace Boone.By James City County Government

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Jared Coffin Discusses His New Role as Head of Marketing with The Dixie Group 8:25

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Jared Coffin Discusses His New Role as Head of Marketing with The Dixie Group by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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David Gross Discusses INSTALL's Professional Installer Training 7:45

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David Gross Discusses INSTALL's Professional Installer Training by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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Julian Dossche Discusses the Launch of IFC's Canopy Brand 6:25

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Julian Dossche Discusses the Launch of IFC's Canopy Brand by Floor Focus MagazineBy Floor Focus Magazine

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Earth911 Podcast: USEFULL Founder Alison Cove Brings Reusable Packaging To Campus Cafeterias 31:51

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Alison Cove, CEO and founder of USEFULL, works at the forefront of a critical shift in how we approach food service sustainability. By implementing collection systems for reusable food packaging, USEFULL helps university and corporate cafeterias reduce their reliance on single-use plastics and paper packaging. Alison joins the conversation to expla…

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What Fuels the MoCoFair? Meet a #MoCoFair Queen, Mom and Junior Board 25:34

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Send us a text Join us as we speak with Mallory and Anthony, standout members of the Junior Board at the Montgomery County Agricultural Fair. They share their journey of organizing pivotal events like the parade, complementing the efforts of the senior board, and reveal how the influence of 4-H shapes aspiring leaders. Discover the familial bonds a…

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Does Virginia recycling actually get recycled? 33:18

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A lot of Virginians take the time every day to sort and clean their recyclable materials. Maybe you even think about whether a material is recyclable before you buy it. But what happens after you put your bottles, cans, and boxes out by the curb? This episode, Phil McKalips, Director of Solid Waste for the Rivanna Solid Waste Authority, and Lauren …

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Behind The Scenes With General Services - Parks And Grounds 19:55

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Robbie Torrey, Assistant Superintendent, and Mark Rogers, Lead Groundskeeper, are our guests on the podcast this week. Tune in and learn about all of the hard work that goes into keeping the County running.By James City County Government