Commentary

Kodak, Wal-Mart to Recycle Picture Kiosk Consumables
“Kodak and Wal-Mart are launching a national program to recycle used materials from in-store picture kiosks, including ribbons, spool and cartridges.”

USPS Approves Reusable Envelope Line
“The United States Postal Service (USPS) has certified reusable envelopes that allow for the initial envelope to also be used as the reply envelope.”

Cadbury Reduces Egg Packaging by 20 Percent
“With Easter less than a month away, Cadbury has unveiled a new product that will reduce cardboard and plastic packaging.”

New Nike Shoe Made from Manufacturing Waste
“The Phoenix Suns’ Steve Nash debuted the Nike Trash Talk shoe last night, which is a new shoe made from recycled leather and rubber.”

Pirates Launch Recycling Programs at Ballpark
“The Pittsburgh Pirates have announced a new green campaign that will feature ballpark recycling efforts, energy reduction steps and other eco-friendly plans.”

Con-way Freight Cuts Emissions by Reducing Truck Speed
“Con-way Freight has modified the engine settings on its fleet of 8,400 tractor-trailers in a bid to improve fuel conservation and reduce carbon emissions. The truck engines’ speed governors have been reset to reduce maximum speeds from 65 to 62 miles per hour.”

Staples Copy Centers Switch to FSC Recycled Paper
“Office products giant Staples is now using recycled-content paper certified by the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) as the standard copy paper at its 1,400 Copy & Print Centers throughout the U.S. The copy paper - Staples own brand - is made from 50% post-consumer recycled waste content.”