Environment Articles

December 20, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Christmas tree recycling location

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. 

December 19, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Collection of local leaders discuss topic in roundtable setting at MARC office

UPDATED: This application period is now closed. Thank you to those who applied for the Climate and Environment Council.

December 9, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Plogtober winners pose with Natalie Unruh and the Plogtober trophy

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

December 9, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Side view of biodigester, with MARC Solid Waste Management District grant funding serial number affixed to it

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.

October 29, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Two-lane asphalt with a yellow stripe and MARC SWMD logo

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

October 15, 2024 | Posted in Environment
View of the federal courthouse renovation project from Heart of America pedestrian bridge

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

August 30, 2024 | Posted in Environment
A person charging an electric vehicle

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

August 30, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Kevin Anderson from Missouri Organics leads tour of his facility while EPA Region 7 staffer in marked ballcap watches on

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

August 26, 2024 | Posted in Environment
Sky and clouds

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow

August 25, 2024 | Posted in Environment
A meter showing an orange reading against a sky

SkyCast forecasts poor air quality for Monday