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Staples’ Ink and Toner Cartridge Recycling Program
got2begreen.com - 1/31/2009
Staples’ Ink and Toner Cartridge Recycling Program
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costar.com - 2/7/2009
Greenwashing or Just Misunderstood? Increase in Dubious Claims of LEED Certification Seen in ...
— costar.com — With increasing frequency, buildings that are registered for the U.S. Green Building Council’s LEED certification are being... promoted using exaggerated, misleading or false claims, real estate lawyers and consultants say. Many of the claims indicate ... (more) Greenwashing or Just Misunderstood? Increase in Dubious ...

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Recycling: where do the bin contents go?
supereco.com - 1/28/2009
Recycling: where do the bin contents go?
— supereco.com — Great overview of what happens to all that stuff you throw in the recycling bin after it... leaves your house, including info on materials best/least suitable for recycling. (more) Recycling: where do the bin contents go?

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Staples Offers Rewards for Ink Cartridge Recycling
environmentalleader.com - 1/28/2009
Staples Offers Rewards for Ink Cartridge Recycling
— environmentalleader.com — Staples is now offering rewards to consumers who participate in their ink and toner recycling program. In... exchange for bringing an empty cartridge to the store, they will give consumers $3 in Staples Rewards, which can be used at stores, for online ... (more) Staples Offers Rewards for Ink Cartridge Recycling

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Green Daily:  Staples to Offer Exchange Program

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Staples to Offer Exchange Program
Green Daily — ... Super Bowl Sunday may be the biggest event tomorrow but if you're not into football and would rather pick up some office supplies Staples would be a good choice. Starting tomorrow Staples will begin an ink and toner cartridge exchange program -- finally! They will accept any brand and for your recycling donation you will receive $3 of ...

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