Tag: #sustainableeconomy
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The History Of Native American Heritage Month
From the Twentieth Century to Today Efforts to establish Native American Heritage Month began in 1915. Native American Red Fox James, rode over 4,000 miles on horseback seeking approval for a day to honor Native Americans. He presented the endorsements of 24 state governments to President Woodrow Wilson and nothing came of it. It wasn’t…
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A Peek at Less Traditional Recycling in Maryland
Spring is full of occasions to celebrate rebirth, renewal, refurbishing and recycling. Then suddenly, the rush of graduations, weddings, and vacations begins. Until the heat sets in, reminding us that climate change is still with us, the environment is no longer top of mind for most of us. Photo by Kenneth K. Lam The Baltimore…
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EARTH DAY 2023: EIGHT WAYS TO INVEST IN THE PLANET
Earth Day’s theme this year is a continuation of the successful 2022 campaign, Invest in the Planet. Investing in the circular economy is the only path to a sustainable, prosperous and equitable future. The business community can drive value for their institutions and society with green innovation and practices. Smart businesses and organizations already know…
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RemanDay: Remanufacturers Are Key to the Circular Economy
Global Remanufacturing Day, a.k.a. Reman Day, is the second Thursday in April. This year it’s April 13th. It is a day to highlight the remanufacturing industry through hosted events and workforce development initiatives. Remanufacturers are key to the circular economy. Reman Day demonstrates the innovative ways members of all industry sectors are advancing remanufacturing and…
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It’s Time to Celebrate Manufacturing Day 2022!
Over the past decade, Manufacturing Day has become an event to raise public awareness of the importance of manufacturing to our economy. On the first Friday of October, which is October 7th this year, we celebrate Manufacturing Day. Recycling is a First Link While most people probably don’t think of “recycling” as manufacturing, it is…