NoDa Arts District: Important Change For Trash Pickup Starting In July: Yard Waste Is Going Green

Press release from the NoDa Arts District:

Nicole Peterson

July 7, 2021

Why is this happening? We at Greenification are really glad to see that the plastic bags are being phased out for environmental reasons – plastic is both inefficient to produce and pollutes our environment. The city of Charlotte also expects this will make the yard waste collectors’ jobs a bit easier, because there won’t be a need to cut the waste out of the bags for processing. Other cities are making this change as well, so the city expects this will increase both sustainability and efficiency.

What else can you do to reduce plastic waste? We’re glad you asked! There are many ways to reduce your plastic use, from buying low- or no-plastic packaging, keeping reusable bags in your car or bag, and asking for non-plastic plates and utensils at your favorite restaurant. Our earlier series has more ideas as well: noda.org/reducing-waste/

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Also, please join us for some Greenification planning July 15 at 7 p.m. at Artisan’s Palate on 36th Street near Plaza, and for street cleanups with the Business Committee every third Tuesday at 5:30 p.m. near the kiosk at 36th and N. Davidson. Learn more about Greenification’s efforts here.

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This press release was produced by the NoDa Arts District. The views expressed here are the author’s own.