Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.
Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656
There's no time like the present to make a change for the better. It doesn't take much to recycle, just a little knowledge on the subject. Do you know which items can be recycled or what to do with leftover egg shells? We've gather some great tips to help you on your eco-friendly journey. Check out the following recycling tips:
- Plastic bottle caps can be recycled with the bottle. Many community recycling programs accept bottle caps. Check with your local solid waste office to be sure.
- Half is better than none. You may not be able tor recycle the whole pizza box, but if the top half is grease-free, rip it off and recycle it!
- Every community has different rules for recycling. Do some research. Don't just assume an item is not recyclable. Your community may have different rules.
- Recyclable sleeves. Many communities do not recycle plastic cups due to the wax lining, but the cardboard sleeves are a different story!
- Save trees! Recycle your daily newspaper, magazines, and mail!
- Plastic bags of all kinds. Why stop with your grocery bags? Recycle your dry cleaning, newspaper, and bread bags! It is likely your local grocery store accepts these materials for recycling.
- Reduce unwanted mail by unsubscribing to the catalogs you no longer want.
- Be mindful of what you put in the recycling bin. The last thing you want to do is contaminate the recycling process. Contact your local recycling office for a list of acceptable materials.
- Keep garbage bags handy. Stocking your car with a bag for garbage and a bag for recycling helps assure you're always ready.
- Recycle cans. Metal is accepted by almost all recyclers.
- Donate your outdated cell phone to a local charity or a drop off facility near you.
- Composting is a hard pill to swallow. If you're not yet ready for it, try diverting waste in other ways. Toss your egg shells and coffee grounds into the garden. Both items will help to enrich your soil.
- Keep recycled content products in demand by purchasing items that have been recycled.
- You don't need to rinse out your glass bottles or jars before recycling.
- Don't forget the items that aren't in the kitchen! Recycle old shampoo bottles and toilet paper rolls.
Boro-Wide Recycling is working to help keep our planet safe by providing comprehensive recycling services to commercial and residential customers. Join us in our efforts! Contact us to learn how we can help you in your recycling efforts. Don't forget to Like us on Facebook and FOLLOW us on Twitter to keep up with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.
