In recognition of its recycling and composting efforts, NMC’s Hagerty Center has earned three-star designation as a Certified Recycler in the Michigan Recycling Coalition’s growing evaluation and official recognition program.
“Perhaps their proximity to one of Michigan’s greatest water resources drives the Hagerty Conference Center, but they stand out in their commitment to recycling and composting in their facility.” said Kerrin O’Brien, MRC Executive Director. “The Hagerty Center is proactive in pursuit of its sustainability goals and is reaping the benefits of that commitment, its zero waste goal and saving money.”
The Conference Center works closely with Bay Area Recycling for Charities to provide comprehensive recycling and composting services for all its special events. When not washing their own china and flatware the Hagerty Center uses tableware that can be composted along with food scraps and uneaten food to create virtually waste-free events. Nate Glidden leads the team that manages the center’s recycling effort. “We are proud to have received the MRC’s Certification for our facility and for Northwestern Michigan College,” Glidden said. “It takes the hard work of our fine staff in order to maintain the recycling and composting efforts, and the majority of the credit belongs to them.”