Articles Written by Bridget Wilby

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Bridget is a cadet at the United States Military Academy. Her interest in the environment bloomed when she spent one month backpacking in the wilderness of New Mexico. Since that trip, she has been inspired to educate and encourage others to be more "environmentally friendly" so that the generations to come can enjoy the great outdoors, just as we can.

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Where Can I Recycle Hardback Books in Philadelphia?

When most people think of recycling books, they think of donating or selling them. This is a wonderful and encouraged option, but hardback books and encyclopedias can actually be recycled in your single stream recycling bin “a few at a...

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August 05, 2015 | 0

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Where Can I Recycle Straws in Philadelphia?

The middle man of beverages – straws. Are they recyclable in your single stream recycling bin? NO, unless you know for sure that your straw is a #2 plastic. Most straws are made from #2 or #5 plastic – but the...

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July 29, 2015 | 0

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Where Can I Recycle DVD Cases in Philadelphia?

DVDs are in fact recyclable – they can be put in your regular curb side bin – BUT there are so many other ways to recycle DVDs and DVD cases! Where can i recycle dvd cases in Philadelphia? Magnum Computer...

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July 22, 2015 | 4

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Can I Recycle “Compostable” or “Biodegradable” Plastics in Philadelphia?

The terms “Compostable” and “Biodegradable” plastics basically just mean plastics that are made with resin content that is bio (instead of fossil) based. This includes the CocaCola Plant Bottles or the biodegradable utensils and bowls that can be seen at SweetGreen....

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July 15, 2015 | 6

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Our Favorite Recycling Friendly Apps & Websites

Want to use your cell phone to help your recycling habits? There’s an APP for that, and we’re sharing a few in this week’s Where Can I Wednesday. Here’s a list of a few awesome apps and websites that are...

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July 08, 2015 | 0

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Where Can I Recycle Empty Deodorant Sticks in Philadelphia

Recycling empty deodorant sticks can be confusing – some deodorant sticks can even be made from two different kinds of plastic! Most deodorant sticks are made of #2, #4, and/or #7 plastics. The good news is, almost ALL deodorant sticks can...

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July 01, 2015 | 0

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Where to Recycle Ink Cartridges (and Get Paid!)

Every year, millions of used ink cartridges go from sitting in printers to sitting in landfills. But, most people don’t know that ink cartridges can be refilled and reused up to six times! Not only is this good for the...

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June 24, 2015 | 0

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Articles Written by Bridget Wilby

Where Can I Recycle Hardback Books in Philadelphia?

Where Can I Recycle Straws in Philadelphia?

Where Can I Recycle DVD Cases in Philadelphia?

Can I Recycle “Compostable” or “Biodegradable” Plastics in Philadelphia?

Our Favorite Recycling Friendly Apps & Websites

Where Can I Recycle Empty Deodorant Sticks in Philadelphia

Where to Recycle Ink Cartridges (and Get Paid!)

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Where Can I Recycle Hardback Books in Philadelphia?

Where Can I Recycle Straws in Philadelphia?

Where Can I Recycle DVD Cases in Philadelphia?

Can I Recycle “Compostable” or “Biodegradable” Plastics in Philadelphia?

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Where Can I Recycle Empty Deodorant Sticks in Philadelphia

Where to Recycle Ink Cartridges (and Get Paid!)

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