Three Local Recycling Myths [Answered]

Three Local Recycling Myths [Answered]

Recycling really does work in Sioux Falls… and is an ESSENTIAL part of our community! First, let’s address the biggest problem facing the recycling industry: PLASTIC. Plastic is a problem, while it’s important to recycle the type of plastic that can...
Sioux Falls Paper Recycling Guide

Sioux Falls Paper Recycling Guide

Recycling 1 ton of paper saves 17 trees, 7,000 gallons of water and 463 gallons of oil and can be recycled up to seven times before it must be discarded! Learn what types of paper you can put in the Sioux falls recycling bin: SIOUX FALLS GUIDE TO PAPER RECYCLING:...
The Dirty Dozen of Recycling

The Dirty Dozen of Recycling

When placed in your recycling bin, the Dirty Dozen (listed below) can really hurt the recycling process. They have the potential to: Jam the sorting equipment by wrapping around and stopping moving parts. Reduce the recyclability of other materials from contamination....
Sioux Falls Cardboard Recycling Guide

Sioux Falls Cardboard Recycling Guide

Many products we buy are packaged in boxes for shipping and/or branded packaging, usually made of cardboard or paperboard, boxboard and chipboard. Unlike corrugated cardboard, paperboard is made with just one layer, while cardboard is made with three (two flat layers...