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.…

Happy National Ice Cream Day! Do you know how to recycle common ice cream packaging? Recycle: – Cardboard boxes used for ice cream sandwiches and popsicles – Plastic totes used as 5 quart ice cream containers – Plastic disposable bowls #1-#7 – Rinse all containers before recycling Trash: – Traditional ice cream pint and quart…