RECYCLABLE ITEMS
Are plastic water bottles recyclable?
Yes
No
Yes
You can reuse the plastic from used water bottles to make new products, and you can also reuse the used water bottle itself for certain purposes. They can be used for many things like clothes, rugs and cell phone cases.
Can you recycle foam (styrofoam) at the Monroe recycling facility?
Yes
No
Yes
Not in your curbside recycling but you can bring to the recycling center to have recycled into picture frames and moldings
Can electronics be recycled?
Yes
No
Yes
Electronics. known as E-Waste. can be recycled at our Monroe Township recycling facility.
Can styrofoam plates and coffee cups be recycled?
Yes
No
Sometimes
No
It’s a type of plastic, often labeled as #6 plastic. Difficult to recycle due to its lightweight and fragile nature. Breaks into small pieces, which can contaminate other recycling streams.
Recycling saves trees.
True
False
True
When we recycle paper, we don't need to cut down as many trees to make new paper products
Is wrapping paper recyclable?
Yes
No
Yes!
The best way to tell is if your wrapping paper is recyclable is to scrunch it up and it stays in a ball you can recycle it.
Can you make another plastic water bottle from a used plastic water bottle?
Yes
No
No
While many items can be made from recycled plastic water bottles, you cannot create a new, functional plastic water bottle from a single, plastic water bottle.
What is a major environmental issue caused by improper plastic disposal?
A) Air pollution
B) Soil Erosion
C) Water Pollution
C) Water pollution
These bags break down into microplastics, tiny plastic particles that contaminate soil and waterways.
Should you keep the cap on the bottle when you recycle it?
Yes
No
Yes
As long as the cap is on tight it helps at the recovery center with the sorting process
Lithium batteries can be disposed in your curbside recycling bin?
True
False
False
Some lithium batteries have been starting fires in our waste receptacles. Lithium batteries should be brought to the Monroe recycling facility to safely and properly dispose of.
How should recyclables be prepared before disposal?
A) Rinse and clean
B) Leave food scraps inside
C) Wrap in plastic bags
A) Rinse and clean
We do this to avoid any food contamination to the recyclable material.
Are plastic straws recyclable in your curbside recycling container?
Yes
No
No
Plastic straws, made from a harder plastic, are not biodegradable and can take hundreds of years to decompose
How many plastic bottles are thrown away every hour?
A.) 300
B.) 3,000
C.) 300,000
D.) 3,000,000
D. 3,000,000
Yikes! That's a lot of water bottles which can take about 500 years to decompose.
What is it called when you recycle food scraps?
A.) Composting
B.) Reducing
C.) Recycling
A:)Composting
You can turn food scraps and yard waste in nutrient rich soil for your plants
Recycling helps keep our air and water clean?
True
False
True
When we don't throw things away, we reduce the amount of pollution that can harm our environment
Are "clean" pizza boxes recyclable in your curbside recycling container?
Yes
No
Yes.
As long as the pizza box doesn't have any food or grease on the box.
Can you make a backpack out of plastic water bottles?
Yes
No
Yes
Recycled PET can be used to make new bottles, but also fiber for carpets, fabric for clothing, and other products.
How many times can boxes be recycled?
A.) 1
B.) 7
C.) 12
B.) 7 times
Boxes can be recycled 7 times and can be used to make new packaging boxes and even furniture.
What is the most recycled material?
A.) Aluminum Cans
B.) Plastic bottles
C.) Paper
A.) Aluminum Cans
Aluminum cans are one of the most easy materials to crush, shred and melt down into ingots.
You can put batteries in the curbside recycling container?
True
False
False
Batteries should be brought to your local recycling center to dispose of safely
Is shredded paper recyclable in your curbside recycling container?
Yes
No
No
While paper is generally recyclable, shredded paper is often not accepted in curbside recycling because the small size can cause issues with getting jammed in the machinery
This material can be recycled forever.
A:) Glass
B:) Plastics
C:) Paper
A:) Glass.
Glass is recycled forever because it is 100% recyclable, where it can be melted and reshaped into new glass products without loss of quality.
How long does it take for plastic bags take to decompose (break down)?
A.) 10-15 years
B.) 20-30 years
C.) 35-40 years
B.) 20-30 years
This is why it is so important to use reusable bags as opposed to plastic ones.
How much of all plastic is actually recycled?
A.) 9%
B.) 43%
C.) 76%
A.) 9%
Most plastic packaging is made from 7 grades of plastic that are incompatible with each other and costly to sort for recycling
Any material that has the recycling symbol can be recycled in your curbside recycling bin?
True
False
False
The recycling symbol often includes a number inside (usually 1–7), which refers to the type of plastic the item is made from. This symbol does not guarantee that your local recycling facility accepts that material.