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Alberta's Recycling Legacy
Manage episode 451265903 series 2781096
For over 30 years, the Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) has been at the forefront of environmental stewardship, diverting millions of tires, litres of oil, and other materials from landfills. Joining us in this episode is Ed Gugenheimer, CEO of ARMA, to discuss the province's leadership in recycling, the evolution of ARMA's programs, and what the future holds for Alberta’s circular economy.
Key Topics
- 01:00 - The origins of ARMA and Alberta's early leadership in recycling
- 12:06 - Milestones in environmental impact
- 15:33 - Innovations in recycling, such as renewable energy components and AI-powered sorting systems
- 22:58 - Alberta’s ongoing role as a national leader in sustainable waste management
Guest
Ed Gugenheimer
Chief Executive Officer, Alberta Recycling Management Authority
Resources Mentioned
- Learn more about ARMA and its programs: albertarecycling.ca
The What On EARTH Can We Do Podcast is a program of the Alberta Emerald Foundation, a registered charity with the unique mission of accelerating environmental excellence by identifying and celebrating Alberta’s visionary leaders and by sharing best practices through the power of compelling educational narratives.
Want to help keep this podcast going? Consider donating! https://emeraldfoundation.ca/donate/
Follow Us:
- Website: Emerald Foundation
- Twitter: @AlbertaEmerald
- Instagram: @AlbertaEmerald
Thank You to Our Sponsors: A big thank you to our sponsors who make this podcast possible: Capital Power, Government of Alberta, the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta, Pathways Alliance, City of Edmonton, TD Friends of the Environment, and City of Calgary
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect those of the Alberta Emerald Foundation. As a non-partisan organization, we are committed to presenting diverse perspectives on environmental issues.
45 episodes
Manage episode 451265903 series 2781096
For over 30 years, the Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) has been at the forefront of environmental stewardship, diverting millions of tires, litres of oil, and other materials from landfills. Joining us in this episode is Ed Gugenheimer, CEO of ARMA, to discuss the province's leadership in recycling, the evolution of ARMA's programs, and what the future holds for Alberta’s circular economy.
Key Topics
- 01:00 - The origins of ARMA and Alberta's early leadership in recycling
- 12:06 - Milestones in environmental impact
- 15:33 - Innovations in recycling, such as renewable energy components and AI-powered sorting systems
- 22:58 - Alberta’s ongoing role as a national leader in sustainable waste management
Guest
Ed Gugenheimer
Chief Executive Officer, Alberta Recycling Management Authority
Resources Mentioned
- Learn more about ARMA and its programs: albertarecycling.ca
The What On EARTH Can We Do Podcast is a program of the Alberta Emerald Foundation, a registered charity with the unique mission of accelerating environmental excellence by identifying and celebrating Alberta’s visionary leaders and by sharing best practices through the power of compelling educational narratives.
Want to help keep this podcast going? Consider donating! https://emeraldfoundation.ca/donate/
Follow Us:
- Website: Emerald Foundation
- Twitter: @AlbertaEmerald
- Instagram: @AlbertaEmerald
Thank You to Our Sponsors: A big thank you to our sponsors who make this podcast possible: Capital Power, Government of Alberta, the Forest Resource Improvement Association of Alberta, Pathways Alliance, City of Edmonton, TD Friends of the Environment, and City of Calgary
Disclaimer: The views and opinions expressed by our guests do not necessarily reflect those of the Alberta Emerald Foundation. As a non-partisan organization, we are committed to presenting diverse perspectives on environmental issues.
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