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Recycling news and tips from RVUUF “Master Recyclers” Ann Hackett and Adrienne Kimmy
The Reopening Task Force has decided that committees and interest groups may now meet Under the Balcony, in the Library or in the Conference Room. We recommend Under the Balcony as the ventilation is so much better there, but there are air purifiers in the Library and Conference rooms. Please note that you can set … Continue reading Committees and Interest Groups May Meet Indoors, Masked
There are only 3 days left in the comment period to tell FERC that we don’t want more fracked gas pipeline expansion in Oregon. Take action today by submitting a comment to the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) urging them to deny the GTN Xpress expansion and to prioritize clean energy, not more fossil fuels. FERC … Continue reading Urgent Environmental Action Call from Rogue Climate
Rogue Climate is working together for climate justice in Southern Oregon and the South Coast. Their work includes Fire Recovery, Energy Justice, opposition to the Jordan Cove LNG pipeline, and Covid 19 support. For more information and to get involved in their mission, please see their website.
Clean foam packing peanuts can be recycled at the R/C center on Water St. in Ashland.
Can you plant a tree somewhere in the Rogue Valley to help offset the huge loss of trees, plants and habitats from the recent fires? We will be handing out baby trees and/or seeds free of charge. You can plant one or more where you like provided you have permission to do so. The window for … Continue reading Tree Planting & Habitat Restoration-Community Outreach for Derek Mark’s Interfaith Bar Mitzvah Project-Sun, Jan 17, 1-4pm, outside RVUUF
The zero waste movement has gained a lot of momentum and for good reason. People are more aware than ever about how their actions and particularly consumer habits are impacting the planet, and nothing makes us happier than individuals choosing to take a stand for the planet. While the weight of climate change should not … Continue reading Doing Your Part for the Zero Waste Movement!
Umpqua Watersheds, an environmental organization in Southern Oregon is campaigning for the Crater Lake Wilderness. They are offering a 40 minute power point presentation and discussion at RVUUF, sponsored by RVUUF Social Justice & Action. There will also be an opportunity to sign a petition showing our support and sign postcards to send to our … Continue reading Wilderness: The Secret Economic Engine, Thurs, Oct 24, 7pm in the Great Hall
RVUUF has been taking care of a section of highway south of Medford for 19 years by picking up litter at least twice each year. The Fall pick-up has had to be scheduled Saturday, September 28 at 9:00 am until noon. The organizers are very sorry about the short notice, but found that the planned … Continue reading Short Notice: RVUUF Highway Cleanup on South Stage Rd. in Medford Sat, Sept. 28
RVUUFian Wendy Eppinger shares: I’m nearing completion of my art project and I won’t be collecting anymore bottlecaps. Gratitude to the congregation for your support. Lets think of more creative ways to keep plastic out of landfill and out of the ocean!
“Can I place these in my commingled curbside recycle bin?” According to Ann Hackett, RVUUF’s Master Recycler, this is a question that people often wonder about various items in their households. Here is an update from Ann Hackett on recycling do’s and don’ts as it pertains to the curbside Commingled Recycle Bin.
