How does the WWRA actually recycle products? There are many steps consumer products go through to get from trash to treasure. Let’s break it down: First, recyclable consumer products are purchased, often in the form of packaging. For a full list of recyclable products, click here. Once recyclables enter a WWRA drop off or curbside…

Let’s talk about recycling toothpaste tubes. Due to consumer feedback, many toothpaste companies have started using aluminum or plastic #1-#7 tubes, which are recyclable at the WWRA. Other brands have started take back programs, such as Colgate’s recycling program through TerraCycle. These programs do NOT have the same requirements as your curbside or drop off…

Should you try to squish recyclables before recycling? The answer is… YES! Before recycling, try to compact recyclables like cardboard boxes, plastic bins, milk cartons, and laundry detergents. This task takes seconds, like breaking down a cardboard box or compressing plastic containers before replacing their caps, but helps a lot! Squishing recyclables ensures there is…