Getting
Started
Recycling with Earthworm is easy. Here’s what
you need to do to get started:
1. Select an Office Recycling Coordinator
The Office Recycling Coordinator will be
Earthworm's primary contact and will be responsible for overseeing the program within your
office. This job doesn’t take much time and will ensure that your recycle
program stays on track.
2. Conduct an Office Survey
Go around your office and identify an area where you
can store paper to be collected for recycling. Make sure this
location is easily accessible by our wheeled bins or handtrucks. If
finding a suitable spot is difficult, call us and we can make alternative
suggestions.
3. Post and Distribute Memos, Signs, or
Other Communication Media
Keep your co-workers informed of the hows,
whys and successes of the program. Earthworm will provide signs and
yearly tonnage totals. Everyone’s participation is essential for a successful
recycling program.
Be sure to communicate the following:
- Why, where and when your company is starting a recycling
program.
- Introduction of your Office Recycling Coordinator and
Earthworm.
- Types of paper to be collected.
- Collection, storage, and pick-up details.
- Ask for feedback - questions, concerns, suggestions.
STORAGE AND EQUIPMENT
Earthworm understands that not all offices
are the same. That's why we offer you a choice of storage equipment for your
paper. Choose what is best for you!
Boxes
We are willing to collect paper that you
have stored in cardboard boxes. Most offices simply use the boxes that their
copier paper comes in. Remember to save the lids so that the boxes will
stack neatly in your office while awaiting pick up and don't fill up a large
box that cannot be lifted when full.
Barrels
Some offices prefer to use wheeled, plastic
barrels to store their paper in. Earthworm will provide all companies with
one free barrel and additional barrels at $29.95 ea. These barrels are 34
gallons in size (approx. 24" x 24" x 38" tall) and hold
roughly 4 or 5 boxes worth of paper.
Hampers
For larger offices, Earthworm provides
wheeled hampers to store paper in. These hampers are loaned at no cost but
must be filled within 4 weeks. Dimensions are 31" x 44" x 39"H.
Deskside Containers
For workers recycling at their desk, nothing
is more convenient than the deskside container. These containers are waste
basket shaped, are blue, and say "We Recycle" on them. We sell 14
qt. and 28 qt. containers.
EARTHWORM
35 Medford Street
Somerville, MA 02143
Tel: 617-628-1844
Fax: 617-628-2773
e-mail: info@earthwormrecycling.org
