Throw Out Bad Recycling Habits
We believe in reusing and reduction of single-use items whenever possible, with proper disposal (including recycling right) when necessary.
Annually, Bexley residents send tons of material to the Franklin County Landfill. Even more surprising is that nearly 70% of all the material in the landfill could have been recycled or composted.
By taking just a few minutes to recycle right, you help to reduce pollution, contribute to clean water, conserve limited natural resources and reduce central Ohio’s reliance on landfills.
It’s really quite simple. If the item is shown as acceptable in the images, you can put it in your single stream recycling toter. If not, trash it. It’s better to toss than wishcycle; when in doubt, throw it out. Print this image and place it near your recycling receptacle for a reminder.
If you have any questions about what or can’t be recycled through our curbside program, ask us!
To learn more about what can be recycled as part of municipal recycling and to learn what happens once your recycling is picked up, visit Rumpke’s website. SWACO’s Recycle Right Website also has information on acceptable curbside items, as well as resources on difficult to recycle materials.
Quiz yourself here. Uh, oh. Not sure where to throw? Earth911.org and SWACO can help you out.
