For The Environment

For The World

How you can make a difference to change the world.

Recycling, Trash and Composting

Why is it important?

Recycling

  • Saves energy
  • Reduces green house gases
  • Conserves natural resources
  • Waste and pollution reduction
  • Creates more jobs

Trash

  • Harms wildlife
  • Renders habitats unlivable
  • Harmful chemicals seep into soil
  • Large landfills take up lots of land
  • Increases dieses and sickness

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Compost

  • Cuts down on waste
  • Adds enrichment to soil
  • Soil holds water better
  • Very healthy for plants
  • Cuts down on landfill waste

How can you help?

  • Watch for recycle receptacles
  • Check container for recyclability
  • Watch what type of recyclable it is
  • View your counties recycle list
  • View your waste company recycle list
  • Don’t trash recyclables
  • Don’t throw out food waste
  • Keep a recycle can inside
  • Save “in store” recyclables
  • Repurpose non-recyclables like plastic bags
  • Throw food waste in compost
  • Use compost to grow plants
  • Use compost instead of plain dirt
  • Turn it into mulch
  • Help fights plant dieses with compost

Ready to make a difference?

View how to build your very own simple composting box!

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