Can you recycle any of the materials listed above if they are used for food. I heard that if it has food “waste” on it like some form of plastic bowl/plate it is not recyclable, it is considered contaminated and thrown in land fill. Also, what goes into a compost collection pile? I do believe many cities are collecting sorted materials. But, because it’s a complicated and costly process, many cities aren’t paying a sorting facilities to pull out the materials that can be recycled or reused. I have shared this article with my family and friends. I will print and hang a copy for easy reference in my recycling area. Thank you for very thorough and helpful information and advice that we can use daily. I read the Almanac every day and I am really impressed by your publication. Julie, a long time Almanac fan.
Can you recycle any of the materials listed above if they are used for food. I heard that if it has food “waste” on it like some form of plastic bowl/plate it is not recyclable, it is considered contaminated and thrown in land fill. Also, what goes into a compost collection pile? I do believe many cities are collecting sorted materials. But, because it’s a complicated and costly process, many cities aren’t paying a sorting facilities to pull out the materials that can be recycled or reused. I have shared this article with my family and friends. I will print and hang a copy for easy reference in my recycling area. Thank you for very thorough and helpful information and advice that we can use daily. I read the Almanac every day and I am really impressed by your publication. Julie, a long time Almanac fan.