{"id":9,"date":"2013-04-25T10:05:59","date_gmt":"2013-04-25T14:05:59","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/ramapo-green\/?page_id=9"},"modified":"2026-06-02T11:52:17","modified_gmt":"2026-06-02T15:52:17","slug":"recycling-checklist","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.ramapo.edu\/ramapo-green\/recycling-checklist\/","title":{"rendered":"Recycling Checklist"},"content":{"rendered":"
Recycling Pick-up Schedule for Village and CPAs<\/strong>, Fall 2024<\/a><\/p>\n It’s time to get back to the basics. The fact is that some recycling actions make a bigger impact than others. So please remember these three basic rules the next time you recycle.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Recycle clean<\/span><\/span> bottles, cans, paper and cardboard.<\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n <\/div><\/div><\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n Keep food, food scraps and liquids out of your recycling.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n No loose plastic bags and no bagged recyclables.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n And don’t forget, you should never place an item in your recycling container if you\u2019re not sure it\u2019s an approved recyclable. When in doubt \u2013 throw it out.<\/p>\n To find out more, please reference these guidelines and common myths based on science, research and collaboration with industries, agencies and other organizations. Click here for a downloadable version of Waste Management’s\u00ae guide<\/a><\/span> and help spread the word about what is or isn\u2019t recyclable and why.<\/span><\/p>\n These items can go in your recycling bin, as long as they’re clean and dry.<\/p>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Plastic Bottles & Containers<\/strong><\/p> Recycle plastics by shape: bottles, jars, jugs and tubs. The “chasing arrows” symbol doesn’t necessarily mean it’s recyclable.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Food & Beverage Cans<\/strong><\/p> Recycle empty tin, aluminum and steel cans.<\/p>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Paper<\/strong><\/p> Paper, newspaper and magazines are good to recycle.<\/p>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Flattened Cardboard & Paperboard<\/strong><\/p> Flatten and recycle all cardboard and paperboard.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Food & Beverage Containers<\/strong><\/p> Recycle empty milk cartons, juice boxes and food cartons.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Glass Bottles & Containers<\/strong><\/p> Recycle empty glass bottles and jars.<\/p>\n Try to reduce and reuse these items instead of putting them in the trash.<\/p>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> No Bagged Recyclables<\/strong><\/p> Do not bag recyclables. They must be loose in the bin.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> No Plastic Bags<\/strong><\/p> Plastic bags are not accepted as part of our recycling program \u2013 they get tangled in equipment and threaten recycling worker safety.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> No Plastic Wrap & Film<\/strong><\/p> Plastic wrap, bubble wrap, sandwich bags and freezer bags should not go in the recycle bin.<\/p>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> No Flexible Packaging<\/strong><\/p> Flexible packaging like chip bags and juice or soup pouches cannot be recycled in curbside programs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> No Cups with Wax or Plastic Coatings<\/strong><\/p> Cups with plastic or waxed coatings are not recyclable. The plastic lids and straws should be trashed as well.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> No Polystyrene Foam and Plastic (#6)<\/strong><\/p> Polystyrene foam, plastic “to-go” containers and cups are made of non-recyclable materials, and are not acceptable in the curbside recycling program.<\/p>\n Toner and Ink Cartridges<\/strong> – Contact the Storeroom (x7670) for pickup.<\/p>\n Batteries<\/strong> – Receptacle located on the second floor of the Student Center.<\/p>\n Eyeglasses<\/strong> – Collection receptacle located in the HR department.<\/p>\n Electronics<\/strong> – Computers, Mini Refrigerators, Televisions, Audio Equipment, Printers. Contact ITS (x7777) for disposal of computer equipment and put in a work order with the Office of Facilities (x7660) for all other electronic material.<\/p>\n Learn about these common recycling myths so that can help ensure your materials aren\u2019t contaminated and successfully make it all the way through the recycling process and to their next life.<\/p>\n Learn the reality behind the myths to ensure you’re protecting others and the environment by recycling right.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Myth: <\/strong>Most Americans recycle all they can.<\/p> Reality:<\/b>\u00a0False.<\/p>\n Research shows convenience and commitment are required for maximum recycling. For instance, do you recycle in several rooms of your home? If you only recycle in the kitchen, recyclables in your home office or bathroom get thrown away. So make recycling a collaborative effort where everyone participates, enabling the most recycling of the right materials.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Myth: <\/strong>Recycling arrows on a container mean it is definitely recyclable.<\/p> Reality<\/b>: Only in some cases. Check the table above and local program guidelines to see what’s recyclable and what’s not.<\/p>\n Many plastics cannot be made into new products. Recycle plastics by shape: bottles, jars, jugs and tubs.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Myth: <\/strong>Containers must be squeaky clean in order to be recycled.<\/p> Reality<\/b>: Containers should be clean, but don’t have to be spotless.<\/p>\n While all bottles, cans and containers should be clean, dry and free of most food waste before you place them in your recycling container, they don\u2019t need to be spotless. The goal is to make sure they are clean enough to avoid contaminating other materials, like paper, or your un-lined kitchen recycling bin. Try using a spatula to scrape cans and jars, and putting recyclables in your sink among the dishes you are rinsing to share that same water to rinse and remove residue.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Myth: <\/strong>Even if an item shouldn't go in the bin, it will get sorted anyway.<\/p> Reality<\/b>: False. Non-recyclable items are not accepted curbside.<\/p>\n Non-recyclable items contaminate recyclables. Recyclables stuck inside plastic bags are at risk for never making it through the recycling process. Conversely, recyclable items placed into garbage containers are hauled to a landfill and cannot be recovered effectively. The right thing to do is put the right recyclables in the recycling container and non-recyclables into garbage containers. Recyclables with the greatest impact are bottles, cans, paper and cardboard<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n <\/i><\/i><\/i><\/span> Myth: <\/strong>Hoses, tanks, shower curtains, swing sets, etc. are recyclable.<\/p> Reality<\/b>: Just because it’s plastic doesn’t mean it’s recyclable in your recycling program.<\/p>\n If it\u2019s not bottles, cans, paper or cardboard, it probably doesn\u2019t belong in your curbside mixed recycling bin and may even require special handling. Just because an item is made from plastic, or contains plastic parts, doesn\u2019t mean recycling facilities can handle it. There are other resources (e.g.,\u00a0Earth911.org<\/a>) that can help answer questions about what to do with non-recyclables or household hazardous waste.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n <\/i><\/i>
\nHOW TO RECYCLE: USE THESE THREE RULES TO RECYCLE RIGHT<\/span><\/h3>\n
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\nWHAT CAN BE RECYCLED: RECYCLING GUIDE<\/span><\/h3>\n
ACCEPTED IN RECYCLING<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Clean and dry containers, then put the cap back on before tossing in the bin.<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Empty aerosol cans are also recyclable. If the can has a plastic lid, remove it before recycling.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
If paper is soiled or wet, compost it.<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
Cardboard pizza delivery boxes without grease, leftovers or liners should be recycled; but leftover crusts, cheese and other food should not.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Broken glass should be placed in the trash.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
NOT ACCEPTED IN RECYCLING<\/span><\/h4>\n
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Do not bag recyclables as materials inside may not get recycled.<\/div>\n<\/blockquote>\n
Reuse plastic bags, or learn where you can recycle them at plasticfilmrecycling.org<\/a>.<\/span><\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Reuse whenever possible for presents, moving, or storage of similar items, or look for local options to recycle.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
This type of packaging is made from multiple materials preventing it from being recycled.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Invest in and carry a reusable cup instead.<\/p><\/blockquote>\n
Packing peanuts aren\u2019t recyclable either, however some shipping stores will take peanuts back for reuse.<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n
\nNON SINGLE-STREAM RECYCLABLES<\/span><\/h3>\n
\nCOMMON RECYCLING MYTHS<\/span><\/h3>\n