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How to Make a 2016 Recycling Plan
It’s that time again to start making New Year’s resolutions! Start 2016 off on a good foot and create a recycling plan. First, grab your calendar and mark your recycling days. Simply marking “RECYCLING DAY” on your calendar and displaying it where you’ll see it – the kitchen… Read More

5 Eco-Friendly Holiday Gifts
The holidays are a time for giving and joy. Spread joy while also supporting a greener environment with these eco-friendly gift ideas! Reusable water bottles are easy to find and a great gift for anyone this season. Not only do they help the environment by replacing plastic water… Read More

Save Paper, Stop Junk Mail for Good!
All of the fliers and junk mail you receive inevitably end up in the trash, or hopefully, the recycling. Unsubscribing from these notifications and announcements can help save paper and ease your mailbox! Each of these links takes under a minute to unsubscribe: 1. Remove your name from… Read More

Top 5 Thanksgiving Green Tips
There are plenty of opportunities around the holiday season to save energy and be green without sacrificing time with loved ones. Find out how easy being environmentally responsible this season can be with these tips. Light candles. An oldie, but a goodie, lighting candles to create atmosphere will… Read More

Don’t Put These Things in Your Recycling Bin
The benefits of recycling are numerous, but it can be dangerous for the environment if you accidentally throw a waste product into recycling. There are certain products that cannot be recycled and should avoid the green bins. Napkins, paper towels, tissue, and wax paper – it is tricky… Read More

Everyday Examples of Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Eliminating waste and protecting our environment requires a community effort, but that doesn’t mean it’s difficult! Check out these simple tips to reduce, reuse, and recycle. Reduce Buy only what you will use – If you have leftovers of something, especially paint or chemicals, pass it along to… Read More

Teach Recycling to Kids in 5 Steps!
School is back in session and we think lessons about recycling are a great idea! The key to a cleaner, greener earth is to educate our youth on the importance of recycling and conserving resources. Here’s our five-step process for teaching children how to recycle: Teach WHY:… Read More