Environment Articles

Thank you to those who participated in this year’s Resilient Success Stories event. 

Congratulations to Flourish Furniture Bank, City of Olathe, Kansas Solid Waste Management and Kanbe's Markets for their work this year, recognized in their 2024 Impact Awards from the MARC Solid Waste Management District last week.

Each organization has gone above and beyond to mitigate landfill waste in the Kansas City region, impacting both sides of the state line and providing exemplary examples for municipal governments, nonprofits and small businesses in the circular economy to follow.

Looking forward to what's in store for 2025!

When the holidays are over and it’s time to take down your natural holiday trees, wreaths and garland, give them a second life by recycling them. 

Apply by Jan. 10, 2025, to be part of this action-oriented group. 

Team Johnson County wins "Top Plogger" award for largest daily turnout for volunteers during KC Plogtober, with Team Jackson County winning most volunteers overall.

In a pioneering move towards sustainability, the Kansas City Chiefs installed state-of-the-art composting biodigesters at their stadium ahead of the World Cup matches at GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium.

Low-carbon materials used in construction reduce greenhouse gas emissions and contribute to long-term climate resilience. 

Relying on partnerships and funding from MARC’s Solid Waste Management District, Summit Transfer has expanded its commitment to recycling and responsible waste management.

What would make the region EV ready? Your voice is needed to shape the region's EV Readiness Plan. 

Members of the EPA Region 7 office joined MARC staff to visit three big composting operations in the Kansas City region.