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Queen Anne's County's Boat Plastic Recycling Initiative
Queen Anne's County's Boat Plastic Recycling Initiative
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Length:
34 minutes
Released:
May 10, 2024
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Podcast episode
Description
This week on the Conduit Street Podcast, hosts Dominic Butchko and Shantelle Malcolm-Lym are joined by Elizabeth Malasky, Queen Anne’s County Public Information Manager, and Sara Shelley, Co-Founder and President of Plastic Free QAC. They discuss Queen Anne’s County’s innovative program addressing boat plastic shrink wrap recycling, aiming to reduce the 30 tons of plastic waste generated annually. The program, a partnership with the Marine Trade Association of Maryland, offers a solution to recycle shrink wrap, involving marinas, commercial retailers, and private boat owners. The initiative highlights the power of public-private partnerships and community collaboration in achieving sustainability goals. Tune in to learn more about this impactful program and how it could inspire similar initiatives across Maryland.Show Notes:Boat ShrinkWrap Recycle Program
Released:
May 10, 2024
Format:
Podcast episode
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