Several local environmental groups recently organized at rally at the Massachusetts State House to support an updated version of the Bottle Bill. See clips from the rally and learn more about the bill from its house sponsor Rep. Alice Wolf.

From http://www.sierraclubmass.org/:

The Bottle Bill is the state’s most successful recycling and litter prevention program. Since the Bottle Bill's inception in 1983, over 30 billion containers have been redeemed, contributing to a healthier environment, cleaner and safer communities, and a stronger economy. But to keep up with the times and consumer’s tastes, the bottle bill must be updated.

An Updated Bottle Bill would expand our container deposit system to include “new age” drinks such as non-carbonated beverages, water, iced tea, juice, and sports drinks. It would add approximately $20 million to state revenue via projected unclaimed deposits. It would decrease litter - and increase recycling.

An estimated 20 billion “new-age” beverages are consumed annually in the US, and this number is only expected to increase. As consumers purchase more of these beverages, an increasing number of containers are finding their way to landfills -- an estimated 69,000 tons nationwide. read more...

Ever wonder what happens to your recyclables after they are picked up curbside? Watch to find out!

A video about the Lilypad, a creative, multi-use space located in Inman Square, Cambridge, MA. Produced by the March 2009 ZIPDOCS class at Cambridge Community Television: Eden Bereket, Heather Eades, Monika Fimpel, Brian Gale, Jessica Sutich.

An interview with photographer and videographer Ann Cowan, discussing her upcoming photo show at CCTV. Her photos from Lake Powell, AZ will be on display at the CCTV drive by gallery from February 18th - April 1st, 2009.

A short documentary on Bartley's Burger Cottage in Harvard Square. Produced by the January 2009 ZIPDOCS class at Cambridge Community Television: Susan Hunziker, Karen Klinger, Zainab Azeez and Sam Royal.

A short documentary on the afterschool program "Afterworks" located in central square. Produced by members of the January 2009 Zipdocs Class: Emiy Hennessy, Dave Rafkind and Ian McClellan. For more info on Afterworks, contact 617-661-8831 or afterworks@aol.com