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Christmas Tree Recycling

Posted on December 24, 2011 by Think Outside The Bin

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, almost 33 million live Christmas trees are sold each year in North America. After Christmas, look for ways to recycle real Christmas trees instead of sending them to the landfill. Communities across the country … Continue reading →

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Can Baby Bottles Be Recycled?

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Think Outside The Bin

DID YOU KNOW? Some baby bottles can be recycled based upon the type of material they are made from. Glass baby bottles and plastic baby bottles with a #5 or a #7 recycling symbol can often be recycled in your … Continue reading →

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Ways to properly dispose of fire extinguishers

Posted on April 28, 2011 by Think Outside The Bin

It’s important to handle fire extinguishers correctly! If your old extinguishers are still full, but in need of donating, try Freecycle or Craigslist, or ask your local schools or Scout Troops. Never let fire extinguishers go to waste. If you … Continue reading →

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