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In case you missed us shouting it from the rooftops, all paper cups can be recycled now! Learn about what’s changed.
The waste produced from demolishing one average-sized house is equivalent to a person’s lifetime of trash. There’s an alternative: Deconstruction. Watch our video to see how it works!
Join us as we take a (metaphorical) road trip to meet some of the faces and places that make reuse and recycling happen.
Massachusetts has been recognized as a “national leader” in keeping food waste out of the trash! Learn about the progress we’ve made toward reducing food waste in this month’s newsletter.
If you've ever wondered what a white good is, you're not alone! Learn more about large appliances and what happens to them in this month's newsletter.
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The U.S. turns 250 tomorrow, but did you know that this year is ALSO the 50th anniversary of the first-ever residential recycling truck... which premiered right here in MA? ♻️ Time for a quick history lesson!
According to @northeastrecycling: MA received the first-ever EPA recycling grants in 1976. The state used the money for weekly multi-material curbside collection programs in two cities, and rolled out the nation`s first residential recycling truck.
Apparently big things happen on `76 years... and in MA. 😎 Learn more: link in bio.
Thanks to @wgbh archives for the throwback image! Check out their video here: https://www.facebook.com/GBHArchives/videos/212345448323527/?rdid=MkJwmyt5tu3ON0Yx
#Recycling #Massachusetts #JulyFourth Reduce Reuse Recycle
@Northeastrecycling @WGBH
The U.S. turns 250 tomorrow, but did you know that this year is ALSO the 50th anniversary of the first-ever residential recycling truck... which premiered right here in MA? ♻️ Time for a quick history lesson!
According to @northeastrecycling: MA received the first-ever EPA recycling grants in 1976. The state used the money for weekly multi-material curbside collection programs in two cities, and rolled out the nation`s first residential recycling truck.
Apparently big things happen on `76 years... and in MA. 😎 Learn more: link in bio.
Thanks to @wgbh archives for the throwback image! Check out their video here: https://www.facebook.com/GBHArchives/videos/212345448323527/?rdid=MkJwmyt5tu3ON0Yx
#Recycling #Massachusetts #JulyFourth Reduce Reuse Recycle
@Northeastrecycling @WGBH
Ah, that’s better! #PlasticFreeJuly is a great time to try out plastic-free or low-packaging alternatives to single-use stuff, like:
🧼Bar soap, shampoo, and conditioner
🛍️Cloth produce and shopping bags
🍴Reusable water bottles and utensils on the go
🥨Buying snacks in bulk
Check out https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/ for more ideas! @plasticfreejuly
#reducewaste #plasticfree reduce reuse recycle
Ah, that’s better! #PlasticFreeJuly is a great time to try out plastic-free or low-packaging alternatives to single-use stuff, like:
🧼Bar soap, shampoo, and conditioner
🛍️Cloth produce and shopping bags
🍴Reusable water bottles and utensils on the go
🥨Buying snacks in bulk
Check out https://www.plasticfreejuly.org/ for more ideas! @plasticfreejuly
#reducewaste #plasticfree reduce reuse recycle
In today`s Recycling Cup knockout round, glass takes center field! Not all glass belongs in your recycling bin. Which of these types will get eliminated, and which score big in the recycling bin? Swipe to find out.
Check before you toss, anytime, at RecycleSmartMA.org.
#FIFAWorldCup #RecyclingTips #Recycle Massachusetts
In today`s Recycling Cup knockout round, glass takes center field! Not all glass belongs in your recycling bin. Which of these types will get eliminated, and which score big in the recycling bin? Swipe to find out.
Check before you toss, anytime, at RecycleSmartMA.org.
#FIFAWorldCup #RecyclingTips #Recycle Massachusetts
