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Flying Cans participants send nearly 2 tons of aluminum cans in Q2
Follow Congratulations to our ALPAR Flying Cans participants! They sent in 3,915 pounds of used beverage cans (UBCs) via members of the Alaska Air Carriers Association in the second quarter of 2023. UBCs are routed to the Anchorage Recycling Center, which then sends reports to ALPAR, which in turn pays the market rate for UBCs…
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2023 ALPAR awards due Sept. 1: cash grants to community award winners
Follow ALPAR’s annual awards recognize companies, organizations or individuals that have made significant impact in litter prevention and recycling. They are intended to celebrate their achievements and commitment as well as provide inspiration for others. NEW THIS YEAR: Thanks to Weaver Brothers, Inc. winners under the Community section will receive a $500 grant to the…
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Let’s be litter free in 2023!
Follow Despite the deep snow, now is the time for planning as we start to see little bits of trash starting to peek through the grit. Our goal is to decrease the litter in the greater Anchorage area by increasing the number of pathways adopted in 2023. It’s a great way to celebrate Earth Day…
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Rural Alaska is crushing it!
Follow Congratulations to our ALPAR Flying Cans participants! They sent in 4,659 pounds of used beverage cans (UBCs) via members of the Alaska Air Carriers Association in the first quarter of 2023. UBCs are routed to the Anchorage Recycling Center, which then sends reports to ALPAR, which in turn pays the market rate for UBCs…
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Let’s be litter free in 2023: Youth Litter Patrol applications due April 1st (no foolin’)
Follow The Youth Litter Patrol (YLP) program aims to clean up and prevent litter in Alaska by providing seed money to communities to employ youth (ages 14-17 years old) during snow-free months. YLP also aides in the collection of recyclables during litter pickup. Youth Litter Patrol applications are accepted through April 1st. While those who…
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ALPAR receives PepsiCo Foundation Smiles in Action Award
Follow ALPAR is proud to announce that we were recognized with a Smiles in Action Award from the PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, Inc. The program is a part of the company’s efforts to support local communities by providing resources for valuable programming, such as the Can Do Kids program in Anchorage. ALPAR…
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Remote Alaska recycles more than 11 tons of aluminum cans in 2022
Follow Congratulations to our ALPAR Flying Cans participants! They sent in 21,476 pounds of used beverage cans (UBCs) via members of the Alaska Air Carriers Association in 2022. UBCs are routed to the Anchorage Recycling Center, which then sends reports to ALPAR, which in turn pays the market rate for UBCs quarterly. And thanks to…
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Recycling Christmas tree & string lights: how to stay on Santa’s good list (and avoid the naughty list)
Follow Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Recycling (ALPAR) in partnership with the Municipality of Anchorage Solid Waste Services and CARRS/Safeway is hosting free Christmas tree recycling from December 28, 2022 through January 15, 2023. Live Christmas trees can be dropped off at Anchorage, Eagle River and Palmer CARRS store parking lots. Look for the signs…
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Celebrate America Recycles Day (everyday)
Follow America Recycles Day (November 15) recognizes the importance and impact of recycling, which has contributed to American prosperity and the protection of our environment. The recycling rate has increased from less than seven percent in 1960 to the current rate of 32 percent. An EPA study found that recycling and reuse activities in the…
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ALPAR 40th anniversary celebration showcases endeavors from Unalaska to Juneau
Follow This year’s awards were held at Arctic Valley Ski Area and marked the 40th anniversary of the organization. The event demonstrated the breadth of applications from throughout the state and heralded those who have supported ALPAR over the past four decades. For a list of award winners and photos go to the Awards page.