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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 2d

Tip to Recycle Right. When it’s raining, recycling can get ruined. Especially paper and cardboard. Make sure the cart lid is closed or the curbside recycling bin is covered. Or choose to put the empty, flattened boxes out next week. See cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/cardboard/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 8d

Some items don't belong in curbside recycling. When you purchase new tires, recycle the old ones where you made the purchase. You'll pay a small recycling fee. Details at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/tires/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 9d

Our next online presentation about starting and maintaining a compost pile in your backyard in Tuesday, October 7. Registration is required for webinars. Details at cuyahogarecycles.org/composting_seminars/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 9d

No tricks. Just tips on recycling right.

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 16d

In Cuyahoga County, recycle mixed paper and boxes. Learn more at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/paper_and_boxes/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 22d

Will we see you on Saturday, September 20 at NEORSD's Clean Water Fest? Hours are 9:00-4:00 in Cuyahoga Heights. The "all about water" event includes exhibits, games, giveaways, tours, and more. Stop by our booth to ask your recycling questions! Details at www.cleanwaterfest.com

CLEAN WATER FEST

A day-long celebration of all things water filled with live education, exploration, and entertainment from the creative team at the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District.

www.cleanwaterfest.com

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · 29d

Some items don't belong in curbside recycling. In Cuyahoga County, collect shredded paper - too small for curbside recycling - and drop it off at a mixed paper collection bin near you. More at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/shredded_paper/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Sep 5

Tip to Recycle Right: Don’t wishcycle. Think you can throw everything into your recycling bin, and it will get sorted out at the plant? Think again. Including only the correct items is paramount. More at cuyahogarecycles.org/how_to_recycle/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Aug 29

Plan ahead for summer's last hurrah. Provide reusable plates, utensils, and cups for picnic guests. Serve beverages in recyclable bottles and cans. Place well-marked receptacles so they know where and what to throw. More tips at cuyahogarecycles.org/party_event_recycling/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Aug 22

In Cuyahoga County, recycle glass bottles and jars. Learn more at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/glass/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Aug 18

We can't stress this enough: Batteries of any kind do not belong in your recycling cart or bin.

Not sure what to do with that battery? Check out the handy chart on our website. The link is in the article below or on our home page.

Lithium batteries suspected cause of recycling truck fire: Moreland Hills Police Blotter (Updated)

Absolutely, positively no batteries of any kind in curbside recyclables

www.cleveland.com

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Aug 15

If it's a beautiful summer weekend #intheCLE, we'll enjoy some cold beverages. Just make sure to recycle those empty bottles and cans. Recycling questions? Check CuyahogaRecycles.org

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Aug 8

Some items don't belong in curbside recycling. In Cuyahoga County, take unwanted cell phones and communication devices to a drop-off near you. See options at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/cell_phones/ Allow location services for places near you.

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Aug 1

#plasticfreejuly may be over, but that doesn't mean our efforts to reduce plastic waste stops here. Keep working on all those good habits by always choosing reusable containers and saying 'no' to unnecessary single-use plastics. How can you continue to make a difference?

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jul 25

Are you ready to connect with a green team in your community or neighboring area? Find local organizations that support a clean, healthy environment in Cuyahoga County at cuyahogarecycles.org/green_teams/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jul 11

Some items don't belong in curbside recycling. In Cuyahoga County, reuse or donate these items in good condition or place them in the trash. Search for these items and more at CuyahogaRecycles.org

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jun 30

Let's embrace #plasticfreejuly by refusing single-use plastics. Plastic Free July® is a global movement that helps you be part of the solution to plastic pollution – so we can have cleaner streets, oceans, and beautiful communities. plasticfreejuly.org

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jun 27

Keep tanglers out of curbside recycling. Recycle right.

Details at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/tanglers/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jun 20

We're ready to recycle right. Are you?

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jun 12

June 14 is Flag Day. All U.S. and State flags require proper disposal; they don't belong in the recycling or trash. Learn more about flag retirement and disposal procedures at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/flags/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · Jun 6

Tip to Recycle Right: Don’t wishcycle. Think you can throw everything into your recycling bin, and it will get sorted out at the plant? Think again. Including only the correct items is paramount. More at cuyahogarecycles.org/how_to_recycle/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · May 30

Some items don't belong in curbside recycling. After a long holiday weekend of grilling, properly manage your empty propane tanks and fuel cylinders. More at cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/propane_tanks/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · May 23

FREE PRESENTATION. We've got the dirt on backyard composting. Join us for a free in-person presentation on May 31. Details at cuyahogarecycles.org/composting_seminars/

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Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · May 16

Properly dispose of gasoline, pesticides, flammables, and other hazardous waste at your community's next collection event. Use location services on our website for details in your community. See cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/household_hazardous_waste/

Cuyahoga County Solid Waste District (Cuyahoga Recycles) @cuyahogarecycles.bsky.social · May 9

Mother's Day means flowers. Flowers come in pots. Flower pots do not belong in your curbside recycling mix. Find a special drop-off or a reuse for plastic flower pots and flats. Otherwise, the plastic goes in the trash. See cuyahogarecycles.org/recyclables/flower_pots/