Recycling Right Matters - Do the "Core Four"
It's important to put only empty, clean and dry items in the recycling bin. Why does it matter? Dirty, wet or incorrect items won't get recycled; they can contaminate the other items and make a whole load unrecyclable. Recycling helps reduce pollution, conserves resources and supports local jobs and businesses. Help keep our recycling services viable--only recycle what is on the local list!
These basic material types are currently accepted in blue recycling bins and Regional or Blue Mountain Transfer Stations. |
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PLASTIC BOTTLES & JUGS |
METAL CANS |
MIXED PAPER (Mail, Paperboard Boxes, Newspapers) |
CORRUGATED CARDBOARD (Wavy Liner) |
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Glass bottles must NOT be put in curbside recycling bins. Take clear, brown and green glass bottles and containers to special collection boxes at the following locations:
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How you can Recycle Right
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Empty, clean and dry
Empty out liquids, scrape and rinse out food residue, make sure paper and cardboard are dry and keep your recycling bin closed to shut out rain.
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No plastic bags
Don't bag your recycling-keep it loose. Plastic bags of any type should not go into the curbside or transfer station recycling bins. Find your nearest bag dropoff location at plasticfilmrecycling.org.
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When in doubt, find out or throw it out
Not everything can be recycled; even items with the recycling arrows may not be recycable in our program or state. Call 360-417-2441 or view the Recyclopedia for questions on specifc items.
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Other Recycling and Waste Prevention Information
Questions?
Contact Clallam County Public Works at 360-417-2441 or click on the link below for email contact.