Norwell, MA - So. Shore Recycling Cooperative:
Norwell has 2 BigBellys
November 1, 2009 06:00 AM
... and I’m not referring to Tim Manning of BigBelly Solar and Joanne Dirk, Chairman of the Norwell Recycling Committee, pictured. The town of Norwell purchased 2 BigBelly solar trash compactors with attached recycling bins using MTC grant money. The equipment was installed at the Little League and High School football fields in October. Using a built-in solar panel, the container compacts the trash by a factor of 5, reducing the frequency of collection. An attached container collects recyclables. An electronic sensor can be added to send a message when it’s near capacity. In addition to reducing staff and haul costs, the units will be used as a teaching tool at the High School. The combined trash and recycling unit cost about $5,200. It is also available through State Contract FAC61.
For the past several years, municipalities received matching funds through the Mass. Technology Collaborative (MTC) when their residents participated in the Clean Energy Choice program. The money may be used for renewable energy projects and outreach. It has been replaced with a new program through MassDOER, so MTC funds must be spent by November 30.
Boston, Cambridge and Quincy have installed dozens of BigBellys in their public spaces to reduce litter and collection costs.