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Recycling

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1. Where can I recycle electronics?

There are a number of electronics recycling companies in the area. More...

2. What types of plastic can I recycle?

Put plastic bottles with a number one or two on the bottom in with your other bottles and cans.

Take plastic bags to a participating grocery store.

Take Styrofoam peanuts and air pillows to a mailing company.

More places to recycle plastic containers.

So why can't we take more at the curb? Read this interesting article from Discover magazine.

3. What do I do with my old fluorescent bulbs?

Fluorescent bulbs contain a small amount of mercury so they can't go in your trash. Take them to Ramsey County's free Household Hazardous Waste site. Businesses call 651-633-3279 for options.

4. Do I need to clean my cans and jars and remove the labels?

We want containers to be clean, but not spotless. A quick rinse is okay. It's okay to leave labels on.

5. Why can't I recycle pizza boxes?

Buyers of recycled cardboard need material that is clean. Grease decomposes the cardboard. Drivers don't have the time to check and see if the pizza boxes are clean.

6. Doesn't recycling use more energy than manufacturing from virgin materials?

Hands down recycling saves money. Manufacturers use less energy to make products from recycled materials. After transportation costs are included, recycling a ton of paper saves $117 in electricity per year.