Many items that seem like waste at a remodeling or construction site can actually be recycled. This can include building materials such as concrete, tile, wood or lumber, drywall, plastics, doors, windows, insulation and carpet. Here are some tips for reducing waste, recycling construction debris and making your next project environmentally…
What would it be like to live without plastic? How much waste could we keep out of landfills, waterways and oceans if we all refused single-use plastic? This July, we invite you to find out by participating in Plastic Free July. What is Plastic Free July? Plastic Free July was…
What are Commingled Items?! There are many ways to collect and process recyclable materials. While some areas require recyclables to be presorted, others offer fully commingled or single-stream recycling. If you place your household recyclables, including glass, paper and plastic, in a single recycling bin, you are using a fully commingled service. Curbside…
Mark your calendars now and join us next week from June 13th through June 18th as we celebrate Waste and Recycling Workers Week! 6 Easy Things You Can Do to Celebrate If you haven’t made plans to celebrate yet, be sure to check out our Celebration Resources. It doesn’t have to be a grand…
For the past 2 years, the world has struggled to find ways to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus but a new pandemic is hiding right in front of our faces! The use of masks, gloves, and other single-use plastics has increased dramatically and disrupted global efforts to reduce…
People get rid of furniture for many different reasons. Whether you’re moving, updating your living room, replacing an old bedroom set, downsizing or simply saying goodbye to that old couch you’ve had since college, think twice before tossing it to the curb. Curbside services vary greatly by area. Depending on…
Grass clippings, food scraps and dried leaves make up 20 to 30 percent of waste. Instead of throwing away organic materials like these, try composting instead! Composting is a natural process of recycling that turns organic materials such as leaves and vegetable scraps into a dark, rich soil amendment. Composting…
“Books are the ultimate Dumpees: put them down and they’ll wait for you forever; pay attention to them and they always love you back.” ― Author, John Green If you are a book lover, you may find it astounding that libraries throw away hundreds of books every year. Why? Sometimes…
Want to sleep like a rock tonight? Learn how to take care of the environment by disposing of your mattress properly so it can be recycled. Mattress Firm suggests that consumers replace mattresses every 8 years, due to all the sweat, dust mites and dead skin cells that accumulate in a…
Demanding Recognition for Positive Figures in History We live in a world where kindness and morality have taken a backseat to profit and politics. John the Baptist Boulevard started as a movement in Jacksonville, Florida in hopes of inspiring citizens and neighbors to do better, be better and choose to live a…
Best Wilderness Retreat & Preserve in North Florida Toney’s Place is the ideal location to stop and smell the wildflowers. Their guest are invited to explore over 10 miles of trails, fish in their picturesque ponds, and watch the free-roaming wildlife that calls the preserve their home. Whether you come with…
Freedom from Alcohol and Drug Addiction Get Off Drugs and eHome Counseling Group have created an incredible, comprehensive addiction treatment program that rivals the best that is currently available. They help you break the alcohol and drug addiction cycle, freeing you from the suffering of substance use disorder and allowing you…
Ready to make a difference? Whether you’re a beginner or a seasoned recycler, we’re here to support your journey toward a greener future. Explore our resources, learn about best practices, and find out how you can reduce, reuse, and recycle with ease.