PRC SUGGESTS 5 “GREEN” NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS FOR 2026
If you’re ready to adopt a “greener” lifestyle in the New Year, the Pennsylvania Resources Council – recognized as a state and national leader in waste reduction and recycling – …
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Author: Mary Beth Mueller
GO GREEN this holiday season — PRC “Greening Guide” shows you how!
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Let’s cherish each other and our stuff this holiday season, which is filled with sparkling decorations, beautifully wrapped packages, get-togethers with family and friends — and plenty of waste. Explore …
Congratulations 2025 “Lens On Litter” Photo Contest Winners
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Congratulations to winners of the 2025 Gene Capaldi Lens on Litter Photo Contest, which has honored student and adult amateur photographers since its launch in 1984. Since exposure leads to …
Nov 18 – Dec 7 PRC’s Traveling Glass Recycling Bin Returns to Cambria County
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Residents of Cambria County can recycle glass bottles, jars and jugs in Johnstown at a fall engagement of the PRC Traveling Glass Recycling Bin. November 18 thru December 7 residents …
PRC Glass Program Honored with National Recycling Coalition Award
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In recognition of its successful glass recycling program, PRC has received an award from the (NRC). PRC Executive Director Sarah Alessio Shea accepted the Tim McClure Award for Outstanding Community …
Get Ready to Bust 3 Recycling Myths in Celebration of America Recycles Day
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In celebration of — Saturday, November 15, 2025 — PRC busts three common recycling myths: Myth #1: Reycling isn’t worth it. I’ve heard that only 9% of the plastics …
Successful “Zero Waste Non-Event” Supports Statewide Programs
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PRC launched a new fundraising model three years ago, moving away from our annual gala and embracing our mission to prevent waste and conserve Pennsylvania’s environmental resources. Following two successful …
PRC to Host Nov 1 Hard-to-Recycle Collection in Partnership with PPG and Pittsburgh Penguins
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PRC will conclude its 2025 hard-to-recycle collection campaign on November 1 by hosting a drive-thru event in Pittsburgh to provide Pennsylvania residents with an opportunity to safely dispose of a …
PRC Appoints Sarah Alessio Shea as Executive Director
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Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC), the Commonwealth’s oldest grassroots environmental organization, is pleased to appoint Sarah Alessio Shea as Executive Director following the recent announcement by Darren Spielman that he will …
Final Household Chemical Collection of 2025 Set for Oct 4 in Beaver County
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In October, PRC will host its final household chemical collection event of the season, providing area residents with one more opportunity to safely and cost effectively dispose of common chemicals …