Happy Labor Day from the WWRA! The WWRA will be closed today, Monday, September 1, in recognition of this holiday. We would like to recognize the immense efforts the WWRA workers put into their jobs. Make sure you thank your local recycling workers and enjoy your holiday!

We were recently asked, “Why is the WWRA so “picky”?” The WWRA has specific requirements for what is an isn’t recyclable. The most common recycling mistakes include wishcycling, bagging recyclables, and recycling thin plastics. Specific recycling rules are essential to keep our recycling system running. First, recycling rules protect our workers. Hazardous waste, including needles,…

Many people have asked us, “Why does my item’s packaging say it is recyclable when it’s not?” Many packages have recycling symbols on them, and may include notes like “please recycle me” or “I’m recyclable”. These symbols are made by the brand for marketing or to increase recycling awareness, but can have a detrimental effect.…