Separating Clear and Colored Glass

May 5, 2025

We were recently asked, “Why does colored glass have to be separated from clear glass?” To recycle glass at the WWRA, use one of our designated marked drop off bins. Do NOT recycle glass in comingled recycling or curbside bins. Colored and clear glass are separated to keep the glass quality intact. Colored glass is…

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Plastic Recycling Mistakes: OOPS!

April 28, 2025

As an avid recycler, you may already know what plastics can be recycled. You already make a habit of emptying and rinsing all containers before replacing their caps. You may know how to look for recycling codes #1 – #7, and visit our page on the Plastic Numbering System if you have any questions. But…

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Earth Day 2025

April 22, 2025

Happy Earth Day! This year’s earth day theme is “our power, our planet”. To celebrate, we’re going to discuss how you can focus your energy based on the Hierarchy of Environmental Action. First, start your environmental actions at level 1, and work your way up with your remaining energy! Level 1: Prevent waste at the…

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