Organization: Recycling Association of Minnesota
Mission: Promote resource conservation through recycling, composting, reuse & waste reduction in Minnesota
Activities: Annual RAM/SWANA Conference: The 2019 RAM/SWANA Conference had 468 attendees that learned about the organics, solid waste, hazardous waste, and recycling standards, best management practices, technologies, and innovations. Educational certificates were provided to attendees of certain sessions.
Rain Barrel and Compost Bin Sales: Provided rain barrels, compost bins and kitchen pails to residents of Minnesota with some government sponsored subsidies available.
Agricultural Plastic/Boat Wrap Recycling: Using monies received from the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency and the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, RAM has hosted educational events, stakeholder meetings and conducted public outreach to inform and educate Minnesotans on the increasing opportunities for recycling this type of material. RAM has also worked to improve the current market for plastic recycling and product purchasing for agricultural and boat wrap plastic as well as increase the available opportunities for those who wish to join in the recycling cycle.
NTEE category: Environment
Secondary category: Food, Agriculture & Nutrition