Get ready for the big game

Get ready for the big game

Or any event you host — and make it green! Maybe you aren’t hosting something as big as the NCAA’s Division 1 basketball championships, but the green goals set for this year’s event in Indianapolis can be adapted by communities of all sizes....
Make your home toxic-free

Make your home toxic-free

We know that hazardous cleaning supplies require careful disposal. So, how about generating less hazardous waste in the first place! Here are some easy trade-offs to trim the toxics in your home: Whenever possible, use hard work instead of chemicals. Rather than a...
Common Recycling Mistakes

Common Recycling Mistakes

Recycling the right way helps protect the environment and keeps your local recycling program running smoothly. Here are some important reminders to help you avoid common recycling mistakes. Close the Lid – Always close the lids on curbside carts to prevent wind-blown...
“Spring” into cleaning!

“Spring” into cleaning!

Most of us have “sprung forward” into Daylight Saving Time. Now it’s time to “spring” into action and start cleaning! Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home, but sometimes it’s difficult to know where to start. Check out the tips below for inspiration. Spring...
Keep Contaminants Out of Your Bin

Keep Contaminants Out of Your Bin

Recycling contamination might seem like a minor issue, but its effects are widespread, impacting the environment, economy, and sustainability efforts. When non-recyclable items end up in recycling bins, they can ruin batches of recyclables, forcing them to be sent to...
Five Keys to Successful Recycling Programs

Five Keys to Successful Recycling Programs

There are five key requirements for a successful residential recycling system to function effectively in the U.S., according to The Recycling Partnership. In its 2024 State of Recycling Report, the Recycling Partnership identifies the following as essential: Packaging...