Howdy, humans! So, you found our quiz and want to test your recycling knowledge? Or maybe you’re just sniffing around for more recycling rules. Whatever the reason, the Recycling Raccoon Squad has gathered the answers below. 👇
True!
Not much more to say than envelopes with plastic windows are A-OK!
False!
Styrofoam and other foam materials are NOT recyclable curbside. This is mainly because of their porous nature (they hold on to air and contaminants). Some centers and programs will accept them, but otherwise they can be thrown away.
False!
As long as it’s crumb- and cheese-free (without a drenching of grease), your pizza box is recyclable. We were so jazzed, we even made a page where you can check your grease level.
False!
Glass is actually one of the MOST recyclable materials because it can be recycled again and again and again and aga — you get it.
That means mason jars, food jars, glass bottles are all recyclable curbside!
False!
Some can be recycled at drop-off centers but NOT in your curbside recycling cart. See what Gladys Glass says about light bulbs.
False!
Please, NO! Bags tangle up recycling machines. Keep them FAR from your curbside cart and take them to a local grocer instead (like Meijer or Kroger).
True!
We’re biased, of course, but a nocturnal caper just hits different when you have night vision.
True!
YES! Breaking your cardboard down leaves room for even more recycling!!