Tips For Throwing An Eco Friendly Super Bowl Party

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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Although the Jets and the Giants won't be participants in this year's Super Bowl, we bet that New York sports fans will still be glued to their TVs this Sunday to watch New England battle Seattle in Arizona. And even if they won't be watching to see who brings home the title, chances are they'll make it a point to check out the commercials that make their way onto the big screen this year. 

Do you have plans for this weekend's event? If part of your Super Bowl festivities includes having family and friends at your home, use the following tips to make your party an eco friendly one:

• Put the game on in a central location so that you only need to run one TV at a time.
• Provide guests with reusable plates and silverware rather than disposable ones.
• Use a DIY approach for decorating or purchase decorations that can be reused for next year's Super Bowl party.
• Don't splurge on food - only buy as much as is needed! 
• Make recycling bins accessible throughout your home.

Once the night is over, be sure to pack up any leftovers for you and/or your guests and check to make sure that all garbage has been placed in the proper bin. Although it may seem like tedious work, scanning through your garbage before putting it out for pick up could spare some of your used items an unnecessary trip to your local landfill.

At Boro Wide Recycling, we work to 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, and don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.

4 Things You Should Always Recycle

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

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The last time you were done using a product, did you find yourself questioning whether or not it belonged in the trash can or the recycling bin? More often than not, people fail to recycle because they aren't sure which items belong where. However, by familiarizing yourself with proper recycling etiquette, you can reduce the amount of waste that winds up in our landfills unknowingly. To help you get started, we've put together a list of four things that you should always be recycling:

1. Paper: Whether it be the directions you printed out to get from point A to point B, the credit card offer you got in the mail, the newspaper you read with breakfast or the paper bag you packed your lunch in, it belongs in the recycling bin. 
2. Plastic Bags: If you're still bringing home your groceries in the supermarket's plastic bags, they need to be recycled after everything is unpacked. To make it easier for consumers, some stores have even started their own plastic recycling programs where they accept the bags back, so be sure to check during your next trip before you head home.
3. Soda Cans: Did you know that aluminum cans can be recycled an infinite number of times? Since they are 100% recyclable by nature, it's imperative that your empty soda cans always end up in the recycling bin.
4. Glass: According to care2.com, recycling one glass container can save enough energy to light a 100-watt light bulb. If you can save that much energy just by recycling one, imagine how much energy we could save if we recycled all glass products!

For a more detailed list of products you should always recycle, click here.

At Boro Wide Recycling, we work to 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, and don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.

A Guide To Recycling Codes: Plastics 1-3

Boro-Wide Recycling Corp.

Maspeth, NY 718-416-1656

www.BoroWideRecycling.com

 

If you've ever looked closely at a plastic container, you've probably noticed the recycling symbol along with a number and letter code located on its exterior. Although most people pay little attention to these codes, they are actually very important to recognize since they tell you a lot about the makeup of the container and its ability to be recycled in your local curbside program.

Are you familiar with each of the codes and which products they're associated with? If not, check out the first three below!

Number 1 Plastics: 

• PET or PETE (polyethylene terephthalate)
• Found in soda bottles, water bottles, beer bottles, mouthwash bottles, peanut butter containers and oven-able food trays
• These plastics can be recycled through most curbside programs

Number 2 Plastics:

• HDPE (high density polyethylene)
• Found in milk jugs, juice bottles, bleach, detergent and household cleaner bottles, shampoo bottles, motor oil bottles, and butter and yogurt tubs
• These plastics can be recycled through most curbside programs

Number 3 Plastics:

• V (vinyl) or PVC
• Found in window cleaner bottles, cooking oil bottles, clear food packaging, medical equipment, siding and piping
• These plastics can rarely be recycled through curbside programs

At Boro Wide Recycling, we work to 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, and don't forget to like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter to stay up to date with the latest news in recycling efforts and eco-friendly tips.