Recycling
The IWRC rolled up its sleeves this summer
Beyond consulting and compliance, our team spent the season in the field helping Iowans divert waste, educate youth, and protect local environments. Here is how our team recently put practice into purpose.
IWRC goes on the road as fall conference season gets underway
CONFERENCE SEASON IS HERE! The IWRC hits the road to a variety of conferences across Iowa. See where we will be and stop by to say hi!
The Potential Hazards of Lithium-Ion Batteries
Lithium-ion batteries are rechargeable batteries that have become increasingly popular over the last several decades. They are almost impossible for us to avoid because they make life so much easier and accessible. However, danger arises when the battery's physical integrity is compromised resulting in fires and injury.
Celebrating Earth Day 2024
Every day is Earth Day for the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC) but that doesn’t mean we don’t participate in the nationally dedicated Earth Day efforts.
The New Fashion Police: Conversations continued...
IWRC Environmental Intern, Kendall Lienemann, continues her quest for a sustainable tomorrow. In part 3 of her The New Fashion Police blog, she set out to ask UNI students about their knowledge of fashion waste. Watch her video as she wanders through campus asking the questions, "Do you know anything about clothing waste?" This illuminating video provides insights from students into the future of fashion sustainability. Read on to discover the noble journey toward a greener campus community.