Tag Archives: municipality

In other news: Jan. 3, 2017

Published: January 3, 2017
Updated: July 5, 2017
by Editorial Staff

The Windy City’s recycling rate sees another drop, and some residents are unhappy with the way Charlotte, N.C. wants OCC placed in the cart.

Posted in In other news, News | Tagged bags, collection, curbside, glass, government, MRF, municipality, non-recyclable, OCC, packaging, recycling rate |

NYC may expand unique curbside electronics recycling program

Published: December 19, 2016
Updated: December 20, 2016
by Bobby Elliott

The success of a Staten Island pilot program that allows residents to schedule e-scrap pick-ups for free has New York City officials already considering expanding the service. Free curbside pick-up is rare in the electronics recycling world.

Posted in News | Tagged collection, curbside, e-scrap, municipality, United States |

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