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The fact is that some recycling actions make a bigger impact than others. So please remember these three basic rules the next time you recycle: You’d be amazed by how big of an impact just following these simple rules can have!
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2. NO BAGGED RECYCLABLES Recycling Rule Expert Tip No Plastic bags
Do not bag recyclables. They must be loose in the bin!
Expert Tip
If you store your recyclables
in a bag, simply dump them
out when you get to your bin and re-use the bag!
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3. NO PLASTIC BAGS Recycling Rule Expert Tip
NO Plastic Wraps, Film or Mailers
Recycling Rule
Plastic bags, wrap, bubble wrap, plastic sandwich bags, freezer bags, and mailers shouldn’t go in the recycle bin.
Expert Tip
Reuse whenever possible for presents, moving or storage of similar items. Do not bag recyclables. Find where you can recycle them at plasticfilmrecycling.org.
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4. RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
Recycling Rule
Recycle plastics like empty
bottles, jars, jugs and tubs by their shapes. Chasing arrows ( ) don’t necessarily indicate recyclability in mixed recycling programs.
Expert Tip
Caps are now recyclable. Simply put caps back on empty containers before tossing in your recycling bin.
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5. RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
Recycling Rule
Recycle all empty tin, aluminum and steel cans.
Expert Tip
Empty aerosol cans can also be recycled if empty & dry. If they are not, then they could be dangerous. Remove plastic lids.
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6. RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
Recycling Rule
Paper, newspaper and magazines are good to recycle.
Expert Tip
Soiled and wet paper should be placed in the trash.
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7. RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
Recycling Rule
Flatten and recycle all cardboard and paperboard.
Expert Tip
Flatten cardboard to make room for more materials to fit in your recycling.
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8. NO PLASTIC BAGS Recycling Rule Expert Tip NO Flexible Packaging
Flexible packaging like chip bags, juice or soup pouches of plastic coffee box liners cannot be recycled in mixed recycling programs.
Expert Tip
This type of packaging is made from multiple materials preventing it from being recycled. It must be trashed.
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9. Trash It Instead Recycling Rule Expert Tip
NO Cups with Plastic or Wax Coating
Recycling Rule
Cups with plastic or waxed coatings are not recyclable.
Expert Tip
The plastic lid should be trashed as well.
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10. Trash It Instead Recycling Rule Expert Tip
NO Polystyrene Foam & Plastic
Recycling Rule
Polystyrene foam and plastic “to-go” containers and cups are not recyclable in mixed recycling programs.
Expert Tip
Packing peanuts aren’t recyclable either, however some shipping stores will take peanuts back for re-use.
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11. Keep Items Clean & Dry Recycling Rule Expert Tip NO Food Waste
Scrape out all cans and jars, empty liquids and put scraps in the compost.
Expert Tip
Food scraps and liquids may seem harmless, but they could turn a whole load of recycling to trash.
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12. Keep Items Clean & Dry Recycling Rule Expert Tip
NO Soiled Paper Towels
Recycling Rule
Soiled paper towels, napkins and tissues are not recyclable.
Expert Tip
Compost the soiled items, and remember to recycle the paper towel cardboard tube.
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13. Keep Items Clean & Dry Recycling Rule Expert Tip
Food & Beverage Containers
Recycling Rule
Recycle empty milk cartons, juice boxes and food cartons.
Expert Tip
Rinsing is no longer necessary, just empty and they are ready to go!
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14. Keep Items Clean & Dry Recycling Rule Expert Tip Pizza Boxes
Cardboard pizza delivery boxes without leftovers, grease or liners should be recycled.
Expert Tip
Tear off the soiled parts and recycle the rest.
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15. Beyond the Curb Recycling Rule Expert Tip NO Needles
Medical waste doesn’t belong in curbside recycling or waste!
Expert Tip
Needles can cause serious injuries to workers, so dispose of them in a safe sharps container, or contact your local service provider.
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