The Green Schools National Conference is almost upon us! This one of a kind conference brings together experts and leaders in sustainability to improve the recycling and waste efforts of school districts and learning institutions. The GSNC is a great place for experts and newbies in the industry to get together and share their experiences in kick starting sustainability programs, helping the environment and creating a new generation of eco-conscious students. The wonderful individuals behind the Green Schools National Conference have put together a jam…

You may or may not have heard of Anaerobic Digestion (AD). For those of you that have, kudos on your knowledge of green energy alternatives. For those of you who haven’t, it’s ok, that’s why you’re here. Anaerobic Digestion may sound like working out on a full stomach (never a good idea) but it’s actually a process where organic materials are placed in an enclosed vessel and are then broken down by micro-organisms. Biogas consisting mostly of methane and carbon dioxide is then released from…

Starting a recycling program for your school is a no-brainer: schools have a lot of people creating a high volume of waste, a large proportion of which can be diverted from landfills. So if your school doesn’t have a recycling program, what are you waiting for? Busch Systems is here to give you a step-by-step guide to implementing a successful recycling program that faculty and students will get excited about. Step 1: Research Check to see if there were any past recycling efforts at the…

SB 270: Plastic Bag Ban The famous/infamous plastic bag ban has caused quite a stir in the state of California, garnering the attention of the entire country in the process. This is the first law of its kind to go beyond cities and municipalities, encompassing the entire state of California. If it proves to be successful, more state governments plan to put similar bans on plastic bags in place. The ban has been met with quite a bit of opposition from the plastic bag industry…

We proudly welcome the Uptown Triple to our product family as we continue to provide innovative solutions to centralized recycling and waste collection. As with the Uptown Single & Double, the new Triple station adds a third stream to enhance diversion rates in a stylish and functional unit while still offering the customization options we’re famous for. Like its other Uptown counter parts, the Triple is rotationally molded for added durability and its lockable, double-walled front door ensures easy servicing. The angled surface design of…