Education
Whether you're looking for ways to minimize waste, ideas on how to recycle smarter or things you can do to help the environment, this section is your educational resource.
Taking the guess work — and waste — out of holiday meals
Ah, the classic traditions of the holiday meal. The cranberry sauce and chestnut stuffing at Thanksgiving. The candied yams with marshmallows at Christmas. The black-eyed peas and greens (both thought to bring good luck!) on New Year’s Day. And the heaping piles of homemade food so big that a good percentage of it goes to waste.
Read MoreTips (and tricks!) for staying safe on Halloween
Halloween is the spookiest night of the year - but while the fun is second to none, it's important to remember that safety should always come first
Read MoreSafety tips for driving near a trash or recycling truck
Following this simple list of safety tips can help keep everyone safe next time you find yourself driving near a trash or recycling truck.
Read MorePutting the safe in safety gear
Our drivers now wear neon-colored and reflective hazard wear. Why the change? In a word: Safety.
Read MoreSafety for trash and recycling starts at the curb
Did you know there’s a reason the carts are designed the way they are? And there’s also a reason why it’s so important to make sure your carts are in the right position at the curb each week? Read on to learn more.
Read MoreStaying safe at the Transfer Station
Safety is the primary concern in all of our operations, including the Transfer Station in White City. Whenever you visit the Transfer Station, it’s important to exercise extreme caution and awareness.
Read MoreRemembering the importance of recycling for Earth Day
As we celebrate Earth Day on April 22, 2024, what better time to provide a quick reminder about all the things you can recycle right at the curb.
Read MoreFood for thought: Simple things you can do to cut food waste from your daily routine.
Food Waste Prevention Week is a week-long campaign to raise awareness and inspire everyone to reduce food waste at home, at work and in our communities.
Read MoreHow to safely dispose of unused medicines
Unused or expired medicines in the home have long been a safety concern, leading to accidental poisoning, overdose and abuse. So what’s the correct way to dispose of medications?
Read MoreRecycling Right: Understanding why plastic film can’t go in the commingled recycling cart
Because of its thin, stretchy, clingy nature — which makes it useful for packaging purposes — plastic film is difficult to recycle without specialized equipment. Find out more here.
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