Paper & Plastic & Glass, Oh My!

By Cameron Skinner, Sustainable Newton Board Member

With the City of Covington announcing the return of glass recycling for city residents, we asked board member Cameron Skinner to explain why glass recycling is different from other materials usually picked up curbside and how Sustainable Newton worked to make this drop-off service possible.  With several certifications and a career working in the field of corporate environmental sustainability, Cameron is uniquely qualified to explain the market dynamics of recycling.  We are blessed to have him living in Covington and serving on our board. 

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Recycling & the Georgia Economy

Recycling everyday consumable materials such as cardboard, paper, plastic, aluminum, and glass isn’t only great for the environment. It also helps bolster the economy by creating well-paying jobs throughout the entire resource conservation value chain. In fact, companies in Georgia are trailblazing the future of recycling in the US with the help of The Center of Innovation Energy Technology, which is a division of the state government that provides industry expertise and connections to all types of Georgia businesses who are looking to strengthen the state’s sustainability ecosystem. According to the Georgia Center of Innovation’s website focused on recycling and sustainability:

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