Author: Tania Walles
Recycling has become increasingly important in preserving our planet’s resources and reducing waste. To do this properly, we must understand the dos and don’ts of recycling and a basic.
Understanding what can and cannot be recycled
Here are some important reminders and dos and don’ts to help you with recycling in 2023.
Separate Your Recyclables from your Trash
To ensure that your recyclables are appropriately recycled, it is crucial to understand what can and cannot be recycled.
Items you can recycle include paper (office paper, magazines, newspapers, and junk mail), cardboard, glass bottles and jars, juice and milk cartons, plastic bottles and containers (marked but no lids), steel and aluminum cans, and empty aerosols.
Other items like garbage, food waste, food-tainted items (such as used paper plates or boxes, paper towels, or paper napkins), ceramics and kitchenware, windows and mirrors, plastic wrap, packing peanuts and bubble wrap, and wax boxes should not be in your recycling bin.
Don’t Leave Anything out of the Recycling Drop-off Containers.
It is essential to never leave any items out of the recycling drop-off containers. This includes lightbulbs, pyrex, ceramics, packing peanuts, mirrors, bubble wrap, pizza boxes, and CDs which should not be in your recycling bin.
Additionally, if an item is not in good working condition, you may take it to a particular facility for recycling. Also, if your city/town allows it, put it in the trash.
Wrap your Paper Pack
No sorting is necessary when placing plastic bottles, jugs and jars, metal cans, and glass bottles in curbside recycling containers. However, the situation with paper is different. You should wrap or bundle any mixed paper, including newspapers, office paper, paperboard, and magazines, and put it in your curbside recycling bin. It is best to flatten corrugated cardboard before putting it near or even under the recycling bin.
Review the Recycling Regulations in your Area
It is essential to review the recycling regulations in your area. The laws governing recycling vary from state to state. In Connecticut for instance, everyone must recycle, including residents, businesses, non-profits, and public/private agencies and institutions. California and Oregon have rules related to plastic packaging materials and truth in labeling.
You should be aware of the recycling regulations in your area. Check with your local government to determine what laws apply to your region. This can help you ensure that you are recycling under the laws in your area and doing your part to reduce waste. Moreover, preparing for any disruptions that may arise due to natural disasters can also help ensure that recycling continues even in difficult times.
Final Words
Recycling is vital for preserving our planet’s resources and reducing waste. By understanding what can and cannot be recycled and the relevant regulations in your area, you can do your part to help the planet. Initially, it may seem overwhelming, but with a bit of help and guidance, you can make a big difference. Take action today and start recycling correctly! Visit your state government website to learn more about the recycling regulations in your area and start making a difference today.
