Remember that food and liquids do NOT belong in the recycling bin.
Our day dreams about turkey, stuffing, and cranberry sauce can quickly become a nightmare for the folks at the recycling sorting facility. Food and liquids are one of the top “contaminants” or problem items in our recycling bins. Food and liquids can attract pests, impact the recyclability of the paper and cardboard in the bin, and make a mess for the workers to sort through at the recycling center. That mostly empty can of pumpkin or tub of crispy fried onions doesn’t need to be squeaky clean, but it does need a quick rinse.Or, grab a leftover napkin from the dinner table and wipe out the food residue.Rinse or wipe — both do the trick!