Recycling
What really gets recycled, and how to sort it so it does.
-
How to Recycle Batteries and Old Electronics Safely
Why batteries must stay out of the bin, how to tape and store them, where to drop off e-waste, and how to wipe your data before you let a device go.
-
12 Common Recycling Mistakes That Send Good Material to Landfill
Wishcycling, bagged recyclables, greasy boxes and tiny items. The errors that contaminate recycling and how to fix each one.
-
Recycling Symbols Explained: What the Numbers 1 to 7 on Plastic Really Mean
The triangle with a number doesn't mean an item is recyclable. Here's what each plastic code means, which ones are commonly accepted, and the other symbols to know.