NERC in the News
NERC Recognized by EPA for Environmental Distinction
Steel Guru; April 28, 2012
The Northeast Recycling Council has been recognized by EPA for its outstanding environmental achievements over its 25 year history. In a ceremony at historic Faneuil Hall, NERC was presented with its award by Mr Curt Spaulding, EPA Regional Administrator, and by Ms Cynthia Greene, EPA New England, Manager of the Energy and Climate Unit.
In her remarks, Ms Greene stated that she had worked with NERC since in 1990, when at the time, EPA was working to develop recycling markets and divert recyclables from disposal. NERC is an impressive organization and one that the states and EPA relies on for timely research, project development and implementation, and information support. The Council is made up of the state recycling officials from 10 Northeastern states from Pennsylvania to Maine and it is now in its 25th year of work.
Ms Greene added that "This multi state nonprofit is committed to all aspects of recycling market development through environmental and economic sustainability. NERC has been able to effectively work with manufacturers, business and commodity associations, the waste industry, local, state and federal governments to promote recycling market development. Their reach has been broad, from the typical recyclables such as newspapers to manure and food waste composting, electronics, pharmaceuticals, demolition debris, reuse and environmentally preferable purchasing."
The EPA Environmental Merit Award recognizes valuable contributions to environmental awareness and problem solving, are a unique way that EPA recognizes individuals and groups that are making significant impacts on environmental quality in distinct ways. Awarded by EPA since 1970, the merit awards honor individuals and groups who have shown particular ingenuity and commitment in their efforts to preserve the region's environment. This year's competition drew nearly 100 nominations from across New England.
Mr Curt Spalding, regional administrator of EPA's New England office, said that "Congratulations to all of our 2012 Environmental Merit Award recipients. These awards are close to my heart because they acknowledge the importance of environmental stewardship. As stewards, all of these recipients are making real and lasting differences in communities across our beautiful region. Whether it's finding innovative ways to safeguard our water resources or conserving the energy our communities use each day, each individual has advanced our mission to protect human health and the environment."
