Markham Takes Another Step Toward Zero Waste

Portable recycling units for Markham’s special events
MARKHAM, ON – June 14, 2008 - Markham’s move to zero waste has taken another
step with the introduction of portable recycling bins at all its special events.
“It’s another first for Markham; another way that we’re going green. We’re the first
municipal users of this portable, environmentally friendly unit that can be installed
anywhere at our events,” said Markham Mayor Frank Scarpitti. “These units allow
everyone to recycle, on the spot, when they’re at an event, the same way they do at
home. They help everyone keep the events cleaner and litter free.”

The units will be used at park openings, picnics, community festivals, fairs and
gatherings. Markham has more than 300 community events each year.
EcoMedia Direct Inc designed and produced the patent-pending unit. Called a Special
Events Recycling™ Unit – after use at events, the unit collapses and is stored away until
the next special event. Markham now has several of these leading-edge portable units,
which will be used at all future community and town events.

“Our unit makes out-of-home recycling fully accessible to everyone in the
community. Event organizers, and the people who attend these events or gatherings,
are demanding recycling solutions versus waste receptacles where discarded materials
end up in landfills, following the event," said Erich Genseberger, CEO of EcoMedia
Direct Inc.

“It’s another innovative way that we can have recycling available everywhere in
Markham. Our goal is zero waste. It’s what our residents demand. It’s what’s best for the
community and for the environment,” said Mayor Scarpitti.