Do you know what you can put in your recycling bin this Christmas?Learn if your holiday waste is naughty or nice on our Holiday Recycling and Waste GuideGift Wrapping MaterialsWrapping Paper Recycle: Plain Paper Scrunch Test: Crumple it! If the paper stays crumpled,...
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Thanksiving Waste Guide
As we give thanks with family and friends, we also increase our waste by more than 25 percent! We've put together a simple Thanksgiving Waste Guide to recycle as much as possible: Aluminum Foil, Trays and Pans: Recycle! Remove ALL food/liquids and recycle in your...
How to Setup Garbage and Recycling Services in Sioux Falls
A GUIDE TO RECYCLING AND GARBAGE SERVICE IN SIOUX FALLS Welcome to Sioux Falls! Whether you’re settling into a new home, starting fresh, or eager to recycle at your business, we’re here to help you navigate recycling and garbage services. Here’s a quick guide to get...
Political and Election Signs Are Not Recyclable
PLEASE KEEP POLITICAL SIGNS OUT OF YOUR RECYCLING BIN! After voting, it's time to retire those campaign signs responsibly! Most political signs are made from durable materials like corrugated plastic or plastic film with metal frames. While this keeps them...
Why It’s So Important to Recycle Aluminum Cans in Sioux Falls
Aluminum cans are one of the most valuable materials we use every day, but according to a new report, many of them still end up in the trash instead of being recycled. This isn’t just a waste of space in our landfill—it’s a waste of valuable resources. Producing new...
Does Everything in Your Recycling Bin Really Get Recycled?
Video linked from WSJ articleA recent Wall Street Journal article raised a key question: how much of what we toss into our recycling bins actually gets recycled? The answer varies from community to community. Here in Sioux Falls, we’re proud to say that only around 5%...
What to do with Yard Waste
Leaves, branches, dirt, pumpkins, garden debris, vegetables, mulch, grass clippings, weeds, twigs, sticks, and other yard waste items are NOT allowed in your recycling bin! At Millennium, yard waste contaminates clean recyclables and can jam up our system. Just...
Guide to Halloween Waste
Halloween typically ends in big, scary piles of waste. Follow these tips for proper disposal in the Sioux Falls area: 1. Candy Wrappers are Not Recyclable: Unfortunately, plastic and foil candy wrappers are NOT recyclable. When purchasing candy to hand out to...
The Dirty Dozen of Recycling
Recycling in Sioux Falls plays a crucial role in protecting our local environment, reducing landfill waste, and supporting the local economy. But did you know that putting the wrong items in your recycling bin could do more harm than good? Incorrectly recycled items,...
Back to School!
BACK TO SCHOOL TIME IS HERE! Ready to kick off the school year with a fresh start? We’ve got 9 simple tips to help you make a positive impact while keeping things budget-friendly: Shop Smart: Still need to pick up some supplies? Opt for items with minimal packaging or...