Recycled vs. Recyclable

Studies have found that 95% of consumers don’t understand the difference between “Recyclable” and “Recycled”. Let’s talk about it!   Recyclable products are products that are able to be recycled. Many have labels such as “Recycle Me” and “Curbside Recyclable (Check Locally).” Not all items carrying these labels are recyclable. To determine if your item…

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What is TerraCycle?

In yesterday’s post, we talked about Alternative Recycling through TerraCycle. Do you know what TerraCycle is? TerraCycle is an alternative recycling company with the goal of “Eliminating the Idea of Waste“. TerraCycle works with businesses and organizations to create takeback programs for unrecyclable items. Using specialized technology, TerraCycle is able to salvage materials that would otherwise…

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What do I do with Nonrecyclables?

If you visit our What Can I Recycle page, you’ll know what is recyclable, but, what do you do with the rest? What should you do with nonrecyclables? Let’s turn to some of our 5R principles to problem solve nonrecyclable disposal.   Rot: The WWRA does not accept food waste, yard waste, organics, or other…

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