Greenstar: News & Events

Akin's Natural Foods 75th Anniversary

2010-07-10T00:00:00

Come celebrate with us!

Tulsa's Home and Garden Show

2010-07-31T00:00:00

Find the Greenstar Education Trailer in the "Green Zone!"

20th Annual PROP Conference

2010-07-27T00:00:00

Pennsylvania recycles with Greenstar's help.

IronPigs Baseball

2010-07-30T00:00:00

Cheer on your Lehigh Valley IronPigs and see the fireworks sponsored by Greenstar.

USGBC Tours Greenstar's Houston Facility

2010-08-18T00:00:00

Emerging Professionals Educational Event: Tour of Greenstar Recycling Facility
The US Green Building Council is coming by to check out the 70,000 foot plant where recycling aluminum, paper, plastic, glass, and other materials take place!

Healthy Living Expo 2010

2010-09-25T00:00:00

Greenstar North America will be on site from to receive personal documents for shredding. Acceptable materials include paper, file folders, plastic window envelopes and junk mail. Also, the Greenstar Education Trailer will be available.

Sara Conte Speaks at WasteCon

2010-08-17T00:00:00

Recycling is one of the most beneficial, cost effective tools available for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. Research from the leaders in this field conclusively put recycling at the top of the list for potential to reduce greenhouse gases.

TARC Field Trip to Greenstar

2010-09-16T00:00:00

Members of the Texas Association of Regional Councils will take a tour of Greenstar's largest facility and one of the most automated recycling facilities in Texas during their meeting on September 16th

Houston Green Office Challenge

2010-09-16T00:00:00

Houston is making a big announcement about its efforts to go green and Greenstar is excited to be a part.

ISRI Annual Commodities Roundtable Forum

2010-09-14T00:00:00

ISRI's Commodities Roundtable Forum will return Sept. 13-15 at the Hyatt Regency Chicago-Downtown, located on the Chicago River just off Michigan Avenue's famous "Miracle Mile." This annual event has become one of the most important meetings of the year for buyers, brokers, traders, consumers, and suppliers of scrap commodities across North America.

San Antonio Go Green Awards

2010-09-16T00:00:00

Join the San Antonio Business Journal and Greenstar as we honor and celebrate this year's winners, as published in the August 13th issue of the Business Journal

San Antonio Apartment Association Expo

2010-09-16T00:00:00

The San Antonio Apartment Association, Inc. was founded in 1964 and is celebrating 45 years of dedicated service to the rental housing industry. Greenstar will be exhibiting at their Business Expo & Education Conference.

Garland Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament

2010-09-17T00:00:00

Greenstar joins with the Garland Chamber of Commerce for the 26th Annual Partnership Golf Tournament

Dallas Green Festival

2010-09-18T00:00:00

Dallas Green Festival is an outdoor festival designed to help raise awareness and inspire environmental stewardship. Greenstar's education trailer and knowledgable staff will be on hand.

RILA Environmental Sustainability & Compliance Conference

2010-09-22T00:00:00

The Environmental Sustainability & Compliance Conference (ESCC) brings together executives involved in establishing environmental programs and integrating green practices into their companies. Greenstar National Accounts will be exhibiting.

Iowa Recycling Conference

2010-10-04T00:00:00

Come talk with Greenstar's recycling experts at the Iowa Recycling and Solid Waste Management Conference

Juvenile Diabetes Fundraiser - San Antonio

2010-10-17T00:00:00

"Remeber the Mission" with Greenstar as they support the 2010 Walk to Cure Diabetes with the Juvenile Dibetes Research Foundation.

Resource Recycling Conference: Recycling’s Role in Mitigating Global Warming

2010-10-25T00:00:00

Director of Corporate Development, Sara Conte, moderates a session on Recycling and Global Warming at the Resource Recycling Conference.

Texas Municipal League Annual Conference

2010-10-26T00:00:00

Come visit with Greenstar's municipal experts at the Texas Municipal League's 98th Annual Conference & Exhibition.

Texas Recycles Day - San Antonio

2010-11-13T00:00:00

Come take a walk through the Greenstar Education Trailer

Texas Recycles Day - Dallas

2010-10-15T00:00:00

Come take a walk through the Greenstar Education Trailer at Music Hall at Fair Park Dallas, TX.

Eat'nPark Tour

2010-08-24T00:00:00

Eat'nPark comes on a tour of Greenstar's recycling facicility. And they don't come alone . . .

Grand Opening - Poland, OH Transfer Station

2010-10-25T00:00:00

Greenstar is delighted to announce the grand opening of a new recycling center in Poland, Ohio. Opening ceremonies and a ribbon cutting will be followed by a luncheon and tours of the facility.

STAR Recycling Conference

2010-10-04T00:00:00

Southwest Region Vice President, Steve Dunn will be speaking on a panel of recycling experts on how to make the most out of your recycling program.

Recycling Today - Paper Recycling Conference

2010-06-13T00:00:00

Hear Greenstar Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Brian Gaughan, at the Non-Fiber Workshop: Demanding Times for PET. Workshop sponsored by American Baler.

GreenWeek Houston

2010-10-10T00:00:00

GreenWeek Houston is a week-long celebration focused on community service, climate awareness, sustainable choices and the merits of mindful, sustainable living while educating and encouraging Houstonians to preserve, conserve and enhance our city.

Mayor’s Proud Partners Luncheon in Houston

2010-11-15T00:00:00

Congratulations to Greenstar for receiving a Certificate of Recognition at the 26th Annual Mayor's Proud Partners Luncheon in Houston!

Fort Worth Free Shredding Day

2010-11-13T00:00:00

Visit our Fort Worth Facility and have your personal documents safely and securely shredded.

Greenstar Helps Make Wishes Come True

2010-11-16T00:00:00

Stop by the 5th Annual Make-A-Wish Foundation "Stories of Light" fundraiser and help Greenstar and Oklahoma make wishes come true!

Grand Opening, Houston Single Stream

2010-12-15T00:00:00

Greenstar is excited to celebrate the Grand Opening of our newest Single-Stream recycling facility!

Houston Green Office Challenge Tour

2010-12-15T00:00:00

Join the Green Office Challenge team in touring Houston's newest recycling facility. The first single-stream recycling facility in the city, the new Greenstar facility will process 4,500 tons of materials.

2011 South Hills Residential Recycling Competition

2011-01-01T00:00:00

As part of an attempt to boost recycling efforts, Peters Township, along with other South Hills communities, is taking part in a friendly recycling competition. The goal of the competition is to boost current recycling habits and promote recycling/environmental awareness.

Residential Recycling Conference 2011

2011-03-30T00:00:00

Greenstar's Vice President of the Southwest Region, Steve Dunn, will be speaking at the 2011 Residential Recycling Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. His presentation, All in the Multi-Family, is scheduled for Wednesday March 30th.

January is Recycling & Waste Month in Houston

2011-01-01T00:00:00

The Houston Green Office Challenge is excited about the coming year and plans are underway for a busy year greening up Houston offices. January is recycling & waste month.

IronPigs Baseball

Groundbreaking for New Houston Dynamo Stadium

2011-02-05T00:00:00

The Houston Dynamo invite you to celebrate the Groundbreaking of their new stadium, set to open for the 2012 season.

Let the Games Begin!

2011-03-19T00:00:00

The Houston Dynamo are ready to kick off their first green season with the new Jersey Sponsor, Greenstar! Come cheer on the Dynamo at Robertons Staduim. Game begins at 7:30 pm.

Keep Houston Beautiful Day

2011-04-02T00:00:00

Greenstar is getting our hands dirty with Keep Houston Beautiful to clean up and green up the city. Will you join us?

PRSM National Conference

2011-04-03T00:00:00

Come join the Greenstar Recycling National Accounts team at the PRSM National Conference in Nashville, Tennessee April 3-5!

City of University Park Education Event

2011-04-09T00:00:00

Come take a walk through Greenstar's Recycling Education trailer and learn what you can do to help the environment!

RAGBRAI stops in Altoona, IA

2011-07-27T00:00:00

The official colors for Altoona's overnight RAGBRAI stop include bright orange and purple, but green will stand out. Thanks to a partnership with Metro Waste Authority and Greenstar Recycling the environment won't suffer on July 27.

Greenstar and San Antonio Silver Stars Kick off WNBA Green Week

2011-06-21T00:00:00

The WNBA is kicking off Green Week with a nationaly televised game between the Silver Stars and the Phoenix Mercury.

Houston Parks and Rec Farmers Market & Movie Night

Movie Night

2011-06-17T00:00:00

Join us for a generously sponsored,fun filled evening where neighbors can meet,buy local produce and watch a movie under the stars

Blue Bell Creameries Taste of Summer

2011-06-25T00:00:00

Greenstar is bringing our education trailer to Blue Bell Creameries' annual Taste of Summer in Broken Arrow, OK. Come for a recycling education and all the ice cream you can eat!

Green Fair 2011

2011-06-28T00:00:00

The City of Paterson Green Team and the Passaic County Board of Chosen Freeholders present the first annual Green Fair.

NRC Recycling Works Gala

2011-07-27T00:00:00

Greenstar is proud to be an official "Recycling Supporter" of the 2011 Recycling Works Gala in Washington D.C. This event honors individuals who have made a significant contribution to recycling as national leaders and advocates.

Green Sports Alliance Summit

2011-08-01T00:00:00

Greenstar is excited to sponsor this year's Green Sports Alliance Summit in Portland, Oregon. The event is a three day executive summit designed for leaders from the sports community.

Resource Recycling Conference

2011-08-17T00:00:00

Resource Recycling, Inc., publisher of Resource Recycling magazine, is hosting the second annual Resource Recycling Conference. The 2010 conference saw over 450 attendees and the trade show bustled with exhibitors representing all aspects of the recycling industry.

Oklahoma Wants to "Recycle for Your Future."

2011-09-01T00:00:00

Do you have an aspiring filmaker in your life? Greenstar is proud to sponsor the Oklahoma Recycling Association Public Service Announcement Contest

Oklahoma Municipal League

2011-09-13T00:00:00

Greenstar is a proud exhibitor ar the 2011 Oklahoma Municipal League Annual Conferece. Join us at Festival Oklahoma - SELLebrating who we are.

Greenstar Sponsors Green Corporate Citizen Award at CRWC

2011-09-28T00:00:00

The 2011 Corporate Recycling & Waste Conference will convene September 27-29, 2011. The CRWC is a new world-class business conference that focuses on how business executives can advance their organizations' sustainability issues while controlling expenses and maximizing profits.

Greenstar at Texas Municipal League

2011-10-11T00:00:00

The TML Annual Conference and Exhibition is the signature event of the Texas Municipal League and one of the nation's largest gatherings of local government leaders.

Greenstar Title Night

2011-10-23T00:00:00

On October 23, Greenstar will be the title sponsor as the Houston Dynamo host the LA Galaxy in their regular season finale. The first 5,000 fans will receive a Houston Dynamo scarf courtesy of Greenstar.

Bellaire Recycles Fest 2011

2011-11-05T00:00:00

Greenstar Recycling is partnering with the City of Bellaire on their third annual recycling day. The event will help raise recycling awareness and will offer activities for the whole family.

Fort Worth Free Shred Day

2011-11-12T00:00:00

Celebrate Texas Recycles Day by shredding your personal documents at Greenstar. Fort Worth residents can take up to five boxes to be shredded for free. The Free Shred Day event is sponsored by City of Fort Worth and Greenstar Security Destruction.

Arbor Day Run

2011-11-12T00:00:00

Greenstar will be providing all recycling services for this year's Arbor Day Run, the greenest race in North Texas. Proceeds benefit the Plano Parks Foundation.

Texas Recycles Day in San Antonio

2011-11-19T00:00:00

The City of San Antonio's Solid Waste Managment department is celebrating Texas Recycles Day in a big way! The celebration will be held at Normoyle Community Center from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm on Saturday, November 19.

Dynamo Stadium Recycling Event

2011-11-15T00:00:00

Greenstar is celebrating America Recycles Day in Houston by offering fans a unique opportunity at the new Houston Dynamo Stadium! The top 10 recyclers will receive a Dynamo jersey and all participants will have their photo taken on site.

FMA Sustainability Congress

2011-12-07T00:00:00

This year's Congress will include speakers and attendees of the highest caliber. The Congress will focus on the most up-to-date green technologies and programs that are emerging on the market.

Green Sports Alliance Waste Diversion Webinar

2011-12-14T00:00:00

This webinar will explore the topic of waste, materials management, and recycling at live sporting events. The handling and disposal of waste at these events presents some complex challenges, yet also ample opportunity for cost savings, improved environmental performance, and positive fan engagement.

AEG Expo

2012-01-30T00:00:00

Great companies have a clearly defined strategy for growth that its constituents, partners and employees understand and commit to. AEG Expo 2011 educated and fostered best practices both within the company and with our partners

City of Irving Free Shredding

2012-01-13T00:00:00

Greenstar and the City of Irving, Texas are partnering to bring free shredding to Irving citizens. To participate, please bring accepted materials to 3000 Rock Island Road (west side of the parking lot). First come, first served. There is a two file box limit.

University Park Free Shred Event

2012-03-24T00:00:00

Greenstar is partnering with the City of University Park, TX to provide citizens with free shredding services. The event will be held at University Park Middle School.

Greenstar Recycling Des Moines Facility Tour

2012-03-27T00:00:00

Metro Waste Authority is inviting residents to participate in a tour of Greenstar Recycling, a processing facility that sorts recyclable products. In fact, if you participate in the Curb It! program, this is where all of your recycled materials are taken.

Residential Recycling Conference

2012-03-28T00:00:00

The 2012 Residential Recycling Conference moves to the Gaylord Texan Hotel in Dallas, Texas, on March 28-30, 2012. The RRC is the premier executive business and technology event that focuses solely on residential recycling.

PRSM Conference

2012-04-18T00:00:00

The the Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association (PRSM) is an industry organization focused on retail facility professionals. PRSM provides facility managers with industry best practices, education, industry forums, and partnerships.

City of Dallas Spring Round-up

2012-04-21T00:00:00

This weekend, April 21-22, Greenstar Recycling is partnering with the City of Dallas on its annual Spring Round-up recycling event. At the Round-up, visitors can drop off a variety of items to be recycled.

Building a Better Planet

2012-04-19T00:00:00

Greenstar Recycling and the Houston Dynamo are partnering to Build a Better Planet. Fans who bring recyclnig to BBVA Compass Stadium will have the opportunity to meet Houston Dynamo forward Brian Ching and get free prizes.

Waste Expo 2012

2012-04-30T00:00:00

For over 40 years, WasteExpo has been North America's largest solid waste and recycling tradeshow serving both the private and public sectors.