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Patch Picks: 5 Ways to Go Green in Wyandotte

Environmental practices associated with going green in Wyandotte include: recycling, opting for renewable electricity and educating the younger generation.

A primary goal of going green is to meet the world’s current needs without negatively impacting the planet for future generations. Conservation, sustainability and education are all part of the equation. In Wyandotte, there are environmentally responsible solutions residents can take part in.

Here are five ways Wyandotte residents can work towards going green:

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All residents and business owners in the city are welcome to use the Wyandotte Recycle Center. The service is provided free of charge and accepted materials include grass clippings, car batteries, glass bottles and phone books. The center is open every day, with hours extended in the summer and in the month of November.

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As Wayne County residents, people living in Wyandotte can dispose of hazardous household waste for free on select days during the year. Among the many items accepted are antifreeze, motor oil, pesticides, household paints, computers and cell phones. For more information, including locations, dates and accepted materials, visit Wayne County’s Department of Environment site.

Wyandotte Renewable Energy Program

customers have the option of using Nature’s Energy electricity. The electricity generated is 100 percent renewable; made from a combination of wind, landfill gas and hydroelectric power. According to the Municipal Services website, rate charges are a little higher, but a portion of the money is used to help fund area renewable energy projects and helps with the cost of purchasing energy from sustainable resources. 

Green Wheels Inc. offers small, street legal carts made by Tomberlin, that are battery-powered and operate emission-free. The carts, which resemble those used on golf courses, provide an alternative to driving gas-powered automobiles. Owned by Dan Smith and Pat Choinski, Green Wheels Inc. sells carts starting at about $8,000, with purchases before Dec. 31 being eligible for a 10-percent tax credit. 

A 10-kilowatt photovoltaic system was installed on the roof of Wilson Middle School in 2008 to supply solar power to the building. This creates an environmental learning opportunity for the younger generation, since students are taught exactly what the panels do and why such a renewable source of energy is important. A web page also has been created as part of the project to display the total amount of energy produced each day.

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