Power point presentation. Environment 115
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Elevator-Digital-Media-Board3.pptxThe fact is that some recycling actions make a bigger impact than others. So please remember these three basic rules the next time you recycle:
You’d be amazed by how big of an impact just following these simple rules can have!
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NO BAGGED RECYCLABLES
No Plastic bags
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Recycling Rule
Do not bag recyclables. They must be loose in the bin!
Expert Tip
If you store your recyclables
in a bag, simply dump them
out when you get to your bin and re-use the bag!
NO PLASTIC BAGS
NO Plastic Wraps, Film or Mailers
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Recycling Rule
Plastic bags, wrap, bubble wrap, plastic sandwich bags, freezer bags, and mailers shouldn’t go in the recycle bin.
Expert Tip
Reuse whenever possible for presents, moving or storage of similar items. Do not bag recyclables. Find where you can recycle them at plasticfilmrecycling.org.
RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
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Recycling Rule
Recycle plastics like empty
bottles, jars, jugs and tubs by their shapes. Chasing arrows ( ) don’t necessarily indicate recyclability in mixed recycling programs.
Expert Tip
Caps are now recyclable. Simply put caps back on empty containers before tossing in your recycling bin.
RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
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Recycling Rule
Recycle all empty tin, aluminum and steel cans.
Expert Tip
Empty aerosol cans can also be recycled if empty & dry. If they are not, then they could be dangerous. Remove plastic lids.
RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
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Recycling Rule
Paper, newspaper and magazines are good to recycle.
Expert Tip
Soiled and wet paper should be placed in the trash.
RECYCLE ALL BOTTLES, CANS, PAPER & CARDBOARD
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Recycling Rule
Flatten and recycle all cardboard and paperboard.
Expert Tip
Flatten cardboard to make room for more materials to fit in your recycling.
NO PLASTIC BAGS
NO Flexible Packaging
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Recycling Rule
Flexible packaging like chip bags, juice or soup pouches of plastic coffee box liners cannot be recycled in mixed recycling programs.
Expert Tip
This type of packaging is made from multiple materials preventing it from being recycled. It must be trashed.
Trash It Instead
NO Cups with Plastic or Wax Coating
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Recycling Rule
Cups with plastic or waxed coatings are not recyclable.
Expert Tip
The plastic lid should be trashed as well.
Trash It Instead
NO Polystyrene Foam & Plastic
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Recycling Rule
Polystyrene foam and plastic “to-go” containers and cups are not recyclable in mixed recycling programs.
Expert Tip
Packing peanuts aren’t recyclable either, however some shipping stores will take peanuts back for re-use.
Keep Items Clean & Dry
NO Food Waste
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Recycling Rule
Scrape out all cans and jars, empty liquids and put scraps in the compost.
Expert Tip
Food scraps and liquids may seem harmless, but they could turn a whole load of recycling to trash.
Keep Items Clean & Dry
NO Soiled Paper Towels
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Recycling Rule
Soiled paper towels, napkins and tissues are not recyclable.
Expert Tip
Compost the soiled items, and remember to recycle the paper towel cardboard tube.
Keep Items Clean & Dry
Food & Beverage Containers
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Recycling Rule
Recycle empty milk cartons, juice boxes and food cartons.
Expert Tip
Rinsing is no longer necessary, just empty and they are ready to go!
Keep Items Clean & Dry
Pizza Boxes
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Recycling Rule
Cardboard pizza delivery boxes without leftovers, grease or liners should be recycled.
Expert Tip
Tear off the soiled parts and recycle the rest.
Beyond the Curb
NO Needles
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Recycling Rule
Medical waste doesn’t belong in curbside recycling or waste!
Expert Tip
Needles can cause serious injuries to workers, so dispose of them in a safe sharps container, or contact your local service provider.
