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Although some types of batteries are non-toxic to the environment, such as lithium or even alkaline batteries, it is always recommended to return these depleted batteries for recycling.

A Statistics Canada survey found 60 per cent of Canadians still toss their old batteries in the trash, but only 31 per cent of Islanders threw theirs in the garbage. Everyone else in P.E.I. uses the province’s battery-recycling program.

The reason PEI is doing better is due to a provincial program that gives a drop-point at all grocery stores.

Via CBC

By now most of us have become at least somewhat eco-friendly at home, recycling, reducing waste, and saving energy. But for many of us that effort (and even awareness) ends once we walk out the door and head for the office.

A recent survey conducted for Xerox by Harris Interactive identified the top environmental pet peeves in the workplace.

The top 10 among US office workers:
1) Mindless printing resulting in increased waste (40%)
2) Leaving lights on (37%)
3) Lack of recycling bins (33%)

For more tips on how to “green” your office, check out www.xerox.com/environment.

Via Smallbiztechnology.com