Community Environmental Demonstration Projects
Tetlin Recycling Center - Open for Business!
Thanks to a partnership with the EPA, RurAL CAP engages approximately five rural Alaskan communities each year in one time, demonstration projects which improve environmental and solid waste conditions.
Community Environmental Demonstration Projects (CEDP) PDF brochure
2010 CEDP Awardees
In 2010, RurAL CAP again selected five communities for funding in projects for recycling outreach programs, to begin solid waste collection programs, and to begin a bale-fill program.
The Native Village of Eyak is performing a one-time enhancement of their recycling program. Households in Cordova will receive separation containers for different kinds of solid waste. The recycling collection containers for the community will also be retrofit provide easier access for residents to drop off recyclables.
Chilkoot Indian Village is partnering with the Haines Friends of Recycling to create a model for recycling education outreach. Outreach strategies will include public service announcements, working with youth in the community, and hosting workshops for community members.
Pedro Bay Village Council is creating a balefill project to reduce the amount of scattered litter, reduce the amount of human activity near the dump site, and to eliminate the need to burn. Purchases for this project include a baler, a trailer for hauling trash to the landfill, and a large tarp to cover the bales.
The Native Village of Elim is creating a fee-based collection system for solid waste. Purchases will include a vehicle and trailers to collect the solid waste at a nominal fee. This will reduce the amount of human contact in and around the dump, while enacting a level of sustainability to continue collection in the future.
The Nunakauyak Traditional Council is creating a fee-based collection system for solid waste. Purchases will include a vehicle, a trailer to collect the solid waste and potentially dump site signage. This will reduce the amount of human contact in and around the dump, while enacting a level of sustainability to continue collection in the future.
2009 CEDP Success Stories
In 2009, five communities were awarded funds. Completed projects included projects to start recycling. composting and using scrap wood to make briquettes for home heating. RurAL CAP provides administrative and technical assistance and training to communities during the project year. Sub-awards in 2009 ranged between $5,000 - $30,000 per project.
To view all communities under the 2009 Community Environmental Demonstration Grant go to: www.anthc.org/chs/ces/hve/cedgr09.cfm.
Native Village of Eyak - Plastics Recycling Program
The Native Village of Eyak received a Community Environment Demonstration Grant to initiate a plastic recycling program in Cordova. They are purchasing container bins to collect the waste, and are creating community awareness through partnerships and education initiatives.
Digitalstory: Eyak Plastic Recycling
Native Village of Tetlin - Creation of New Recycling Program
The Native Village of Tetlin received a Community Environment Demonstration Grant to start a recycling program in the community. They refurbished an old, donated building to house recyclables such as lead acid batteries as well as aluminum cans and plastics. They are also producing educational materials and will provide containers for in-home separation of recyclables.
Powerpoint: Tetlin community outreach about recycling
Petersburg Indian Association - Worm Composting Project
The Petersburg Indian Association received a Community Environment Demonstration Grant to create a composting program in the community to help reduce food waste. Worm composters were purchased and placed in the school to breakdown food waste, which then creates compost. Waste reduction is important since wastes are shipped out of the community.
Powerpoint: Petersburg Vermicomposting
Igiugig Village Council - Community Recycling Center & Alternative Heat Source
The Igiugig Village Council received a Community Environment Demonstration Grant to create a sustainable recycling center in the community. As a portion of the recycling program, they are initiating a system to create heat from recyclables to heat their greenhouse and chicken coop. The result of the project will also improve the amount of organic foods produced in Igiugig.
Native Village of Napaimute - Wood as an Alternative Heat Source
The Native Village of Napaimute received a Community Environment Demonstration Grant to begin a wood briquette making process. They are clearing old wood from around their area and then cleaning and drying it. They are then using equipment that will allow them to press the wood into briquettes. The briquettes will be used to heat homes and community buildings.
Powerpoint: Napaimute Briquette Making Project
For more information about this program, contact AJ Salkoski at 907-865-7353, or 1-800-478-7227, ext. 7353.