Sustainability – Page 2 – Business Environmental Program

Second Annual Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum 2024

July 31, 2024

August 22, 2024|8am – 5pm|Tahoe Blue Event Center The Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum will bring together local, regional, and national leaders who share a vision of making the Lake Tahoe Basin a world-renowned model of clean transportation. Building on the success of past events, the forum will present rich and innovative content about federal and local grants, other funding opportunities, and successful clean energy programs. Participants will include top policy experts, government representatives, and private sector stakeholders will who wish to …

Battery Recycling Drop Off for Items with Rechargeable Batteries

July 31, 2024

Lake Tahoe Transportation Forum, August 22, 2024 Thursday, August 22 · 8am – 5pm PDT Tahoe Blue Event Center, 75 Highway 50, Stateline NV 89449 Cellphones, laptops, tablets, e-toothbrushes, power tool batteries, Bluetooth speakers, e-bike batteries & more! The Lake Tahoe Electric Transportation Forum is partnering with Redwood Materials and the Nevada BEP to jointly coordinate a Battery Recycling Drop Off Center at the Forum. Residents are encouraged to drop off their old electronics that contain a rechargeable (lithium-ion) battery at the Forum’s battery recycling center. …

BEP Interview: RTC Vanpool Q&A

July 30, 2024July 30, 2024

Washoe RTC Vanpool Program A potential benefit to employers and employees in Washoe County Did you know that Washoe RTC offers a subsidized Vanpool program that employers can further subsidize as a benefit to employees who commute to work? If you are looking to support your employees’ transportation needs and reduce your carbon footprint, offering employees a means to vanpool can cut commuting costs, reduce employee commuting miles traveled, and help maintain good local air quality. There are several compelling …

US EPA Webinar on June 20, 2024 to Help Communities and Organizations Promote the Collection of Small-Format Batteries

May 31, 2024

On June 20, 2024, at 11am PST the US EPA is hosting a webinar on effective public outreach and education efforts that promote the proper management of used small-format consumer batteries and battery-containing electronic products. Discussion will include the components of campaigns including messaging, materials, and outlets/mechanisms. The session will highlight some success stories and participants will have the opportunity to share what they are doing in their own communities. Anyone involved in the collection and recycling of batteries is …

Draft Environmental Justice Strategic Plan

May 31, 2024

Feedback Due July 8, 2024 The US Department of Justice is seeking input to improve the draft US Environmental Justice Strategic Plan. The public may provide comments via virtual and in-person listening sessions or provide written comments to OEJ@usdoj.gov, by online survey, or postal mail to Office of Environmental Justice, U.S. Department of Justice, Environment and Natural Resources Division, P.O. Box 7611, Washington, DC 20044-7611. All written comments must be submitted or postmarked by Monday, July 8, 2024.

Applications Open Now for NDEP Recycling Grant

May 31, 2024

Applications Due July 12, 2024 The Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) has opened the application process for the 2025 Recycling Grant. The overall goal of this funding opportunity is to divert materials away from Nevada landfills by increasing access to recycling or improving the quality of materials collected. The grant program has a total of $75,000 available in fiscal year 2025 (July 1, 2024- June 30, 2025). More information about the grant program and applications is available here. Download the …

Southern Nevada Clean Cities Coalition

April 25, 2024April 25, 2024

Southern Nevada Clean Cities Coalition has recently reached apprenticeship status with the US Department of Energy’s Clean Cities and Communities network and is working toward reaching full coalition status by the end of this year. Clean Cities and Communities is a national network dedicated to the economic, environmental, and energy security of the country and works with coordinators at the local level to promote petroleum fuel reducing methods in their communities. Chris Lynch, BEP’s director, serves on the advisory board. Do you own …

Has Your Business Implemented Sustainable Practices that Deserve Recognition?

April 11, 2024

US EPA Announces 2024 Pollution Prevention (P2) Recognition Program! US EPA Region 9 will recognize businesses and non-profit organizations that go above and beyond to prevent pollution and increase source reduction while encouraging sustainable practices. CLICK HERE to learn more about the award and how to apply. Applications are due May 24, 2024.

Electronics Scrap Recycling Advancement Prize

March 27, 2024

The US Department of Energy launched the Electronics Scrap Recycling Advancement Prize and will award up to $4 million to competitors to substantially increase the production and use of critical materials recovered from electronic scrap, known as e-scrap. The cash prizes and assistance awarded in Phases 1 and 2 are intended to support teams as they advance in the competition. E-scrap—which includes mobile phones, home appliances, medical or office equipment, and anything else powered by electricity—represents the fastest growing waste stream globally. …

2023 Clean School Bus Rebates

December 7, 2023

OPEN NOW! EPA is accepting new applications for 2023 The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law of 2021 authorizes EPA to offer rebates to replace existing school buses with clean and zero-emission (ZE) models. The 2023 Clean School Bus (CSB) Rebates process includes SAM.gov account registration, rebate application submission, review and selection by EPA. Selectees will then submit purchase orders to request payment and then receive payment, which is followed by new bus delivery, existing bus replacement, and project close out. Clean School Bus Rebate …