As the volume of waste increases by up to 25% during the holidays, reduce trash going into landfills by recycling wrapping paper, cardboard, packaging materials, and more.
Many everyday holiday items can be recycled, including:
· Paper wrapping paper (no foil, glitter or plastic)
· Envelopes (with and without windows)
· Greeting cards (paper only)— cards with sound, photo paper or cards with non-paper accessories aren’t accepted
· Catalogs and magazines
· Paper Amazon mailers
· Boxes
Another tip: Add recycling to holiday parties.
When hosting, have convenient disposal options by placing a designated recycling container next to the trash can. Some holiday party recyclables to consider:
· Plastic bottles, jugs, tubs, and cups
· Metal cans (aluminum, steel, tin)
· Glass bottles and jars (any color)
· Dry food paper boxes
· Pizza boxes
· Broth, juice and milk cartons
· Paper grocery bags
Christmas trees and holiday greenery can be dropped off for free at Bzak Landscaping, 3295 Turpin Lane. Visit: www.Bzak.com.
Used Christmas lights can be recycled at Woodland Mound Park or any Lowe’s or Home Depot store.
Information on how to recycle batteries can be found at www.hamiltoncountyr3source.org.
The Anderson Township 24/7 recycling center at 7954 Beechmont Ave., next to the sheriff’s District 5 office, provides additional recycling containers during the holiday season to accommodate extra materials.