Traverse City is known for more than cherries or wine — humans in Traverse City are making a big impact through their recycling efforts. They’re supporting the economy, reducing energy use and giving recyclables a second life just by placing them in the curbside cart.
This work is having a major impact! Michigan just achieved its fifth consecutive year with its highest recycling rate — over 26%. This translates to 72,500 jobs supported, $17 billion in revenue generated and 800K tons of materials saved.
We’re celebrating these achievements with the Great Recycling Road Trip, visiting some of our favorite Michigan cities to see their local recycling impact.
Knowing your local recycling rules makes a huge difference in the state’s overall recycling success. Traverse City has some good tips to make it easier.
Glass
- Do’s: All colors of jars and wine bottles are accepted.
- Don’ts: Light bulbs, mirrors, windows or TVs, computers or monitors.
Metal
- Do’s: Cans, foil and trays are accepted.
- Don’ts: Car parts!
Paper
- Do’s: Cartons, boxboard, mail, newspaper, magazines and pizza boxes are accepted.
- Don’ts: Paper plates, napkins, tissue paper, paper towel, tissues or toilet paper.
Plastic
- Do’s: Detergent bottles, milk jugs, shampoo bottles and water bottles are accepted.
- Don’ts: Garden hoses, lawn furniture or garden plastics.
Find more local recycling rules for Traverse City on our website!