The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected Delta Air Lines to receive the 2008 WasteWise Gold Achievement Award for employee education. The award recognizes Delta’s commitment to educating employees on the importance of recycling and for building and maintaining employee awareness of recycling initiatives. During the opening remarks of the 2008 WasteWise conference Delta was highlighted as one example of how EPA WasteWise partners create a lasting legacy and promote environmental stewardship.
Delta’s recycling programs were recognized for having a strong educational component involving distribution of information through senior management endorsement, shift briefings, voicemails, storyboards, and Flight Attendant lounge visits. Efforts to engage Cabin Service and Catering partners in addition to employees helped divert 175 tons of material in 2007 and paved the way for expansion in 2008. Additionally, Delta educates passengers through an in-flight video showing passengers how to help sort recyclables for onboard collection.
The EPA’s WasteWise program encourages businesses, communities, schools and other organizations across the country to voluntarily join in locating and achieving waste reduction opportunities. To learn more about becoming a WasteWise Partner visit the EPA site.
Check out my previous post about our recent program expansion here.
Jennifer O.
Project Manager
Environmental Health