Melody Tuschel
Melody Tuschel is the Monroe County recycling coordinator and outreach liaison.
REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE — AND WHY WE SHOULD ADD REPAIR
The “3 Rs” concept — Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle — has long been a cornerstone of environmental sustainability and waste management strategies. These principles...
DOES MONROE COUNTY REALLY RECYCLE?
My primary question is, “Does Monroe County really recycle?” It is met with a resounding “yes.”
Monroe County's recycling efforts have seen a significant improvement...
MOVE IT OR LOSE IT: TIPS TO DISPOSE WASTE & SECURE YARDS DURING STORM SEASON
Tropical Storm Debby was a stark reminder of our responsibility to prepare for the storm season. In less than a year, we can accumulate...
THESE ECO-FRIENDLY VACATIONS ARE EASY ON THE WALLET & ENVIRONMENT
Florida offers eco-friendly vacation options catering to nature lovers and those looking to minimize their environmental impact. Here are some ideas for eco-friendly vacations...
PLASTIC PROBLEMS: MINUSCULE MARINE DEBRIS PLAGUES WILDLIFE
As the Florida Keys gear up for water activities, lobster mini-season and fishing seasons, we must pause and consider a pressing issue: the alarming...
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