Tag: recycling bin

  • Why you shouldn’t crush cans before putting them in the recycling bin

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    There’s something satisfying about downing the remaining contents of a can and crushing the container with your bare hands. Or smashing it on your head, if you’re one of those people who finds doing stupid, painful things absolutely hilarious. But before you relish in the destruction of a metal container, there’s something you should know: […]

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  • Hey! Conscientious Recycler – There are Things You Don’t Want to Put in the Blue Bin

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    Contaminants in recycling can hurt the process and can actually result in batches of recyclable material being diverted to landfills. Waste disposal is an issue that the islands of Hawaii are serious about. The following items are contaminants and should not be added to the blue bins designated for recyclable items. Thin plastic bags damage […]

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