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Let’s be litter free in 2023: Youth Litter Patrol applications due April 1st (no foolin’)
Follow The Youth Litter Patrol (YLP) program aims to clean up and prevent litter in Alaska by providing seed money to communities to employ youth (ages 14-17 years old) during snow-free months. YLP also aides in the collection of recyclables during litter pickup. Youth Litter Patrol applications are accepted through April 1st. While those who […]
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ALPAR receives PepsiCo Foundation Smiles in Action Award
Follow ALPAR is proud to announce that we were recognized with a Smiles in Action Award from the PepsiCo Foundation, the philanthropic arm of PepsiCo, Inc. The program is a part of the company’s efforts to support local communities by providing resources for valuable programming, such as the Can Do Kids program in Anchorage. ALPAR […]
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Remote Alaska recycles more than 11 tons of aluminum cans in 2022
Follow Congratulations to our ALPAR Flying Cans participants! They sent in 21,476 pounds of used beverage cans (UBCs) via members of the Alaska Air Carriers Association in 2022. UBCs are routed to the Anchorage Recycling Center, which then sends reports to ALPAR, which in turn pays the market rate for UBCs quarterly. And thanks to […]
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Recycling Christmas tree & string lights: how to stay on Santa’s good list (and avoid the naughty list)
Follow Alaskans for Litter Prevention and Recycling (ALPAR) in partnership with the Municipality of Anchorage Solid Waste Services and CARRS/Safeway is hosting free Christmas tree recycling from December 28, 2022 through January 15, 2023. Live Christmas trees can be dropped off at Anchorage, Eagle River and Palmer CARRS store parking lots. Look for the signs […]
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Celebrate America Recycles Day (everyday)
Follow America Recycles Day (November 15) recognizes the importance and impact of recycling, which has contributed to American prosperity and the protection of our environment. The recycling rate has increased from less than seven percent in 1960 to the current rate of 32 percent. An EPA study found that recycling and reuse activities in the […]
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ALPAR 40th anniversary celebration showcases endeavors from Unalaska to Juneau
Follow This year’s awards were held at Arctic Valley Ski Area and marked the 40th anniversary of the organization. The event demonstrated the breadth of applications from throughout the state and heralded those who have supported ALPAR over the past four decades. For a list of award winners and photos go to the Awards page.
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Join us for ALPAR’s 40th Anniversary!
Follow Join us at Arctic Valley Ski Area on Thurs/Aug. 25, 2022 for free chairlift rides (up only) from 5-8 p.m. The first 150 people will be treated to free mini cupcakes and beverages. See flyer below for event details.
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ALPAR Flying Cans program nearly doubles collections in Q2
Follow ALPAR Flying Cans participants nearly doubled the total number of pounds of used beverage cans (UBCs) sent in via members of the Alaska Air Carriers Association during the second quarter of this year. Participants sent 5,562 pounds of UBCs during the months of April, May and June. This is compared to 2,944 pounds in […]
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ALPAR nominations are open!
Follow (due Aug. 1, 2022) ALPAR’s annual awards recognize companies, organizations or individuals that have made significant impact in litter prevention and recycling. They are intended to celebrate their achievements and commitment as well as provide inspiration for others. Award nomination procedures and criteria:• The applicant or project must be located/conducted in Alaska.• You may […]
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Rural Alaska is crushing it!
Follow In anticipation of Earth Day, ALPAR announces the following – Congratulations to the following ALPAR Flying Cans participants!Tier 1: Native Village of Kongiganak IGAP (granted $5,000)Tier 2: Holly Cross Village IGAP (granted $175)Tier 2: Louden (Galena) Tribal Council IGAP (granted $130) The groups above were selected as the finalists for this year’sCoca-Cola Bottling of […]