Recycle

Recycling in Philly is broken. Here’s how Mayor Parker’s administration could fix it. Recycling in Philly has lost its way. In recent years, between Covid-caused labor shortages and China no longer buying U.S. recyclables, residents lost faith in the system....

From feeding your trees to goats or taking to the Streets Department, here are green solutions for your tree. Just don’t leave your trees curbside. Looking to give your Christmas tree a new life, or at least not be destined...

Recycling wine bottles in Philadelphia? Putting your used glass in the right places? Here’s everything you need to know. Hey Philly, let’s recycle wine bottles! Wait, that doesn’t mean we’re telling you to start drinking more wine (though that wouldn’t...

The city’s overall recycling rate remains at historic lows A year and a half after Philadelphia temporarily suspended separate collection, officials say recycling is no longer being mixed with trash. But many residents reported seeing it throughout the spring and...

Waste has increased 45% over the past 30 years. Act 101, PA’s recycling law, has not been updated since 1988. According to a new report by Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) and PennEnvironment Research & Policy Center, Pennsylvania’s solid waste laws...

The Timberloop™ take-back program launched with a customer incentive to recycle branded products. Apparel brand Timberland is taking part in the circular economy. Customers can return Timberland footwear, clothing, or accessories as a part of their new Timberloop™ take-back program. Collected...

If you’re a business or organization looking for a local hauler, here’s a list. Need to recycle for an upcoming event, or recycle as a business? Read the guide below for information on Philadelphia’s recycling guidelines for businesses. Recycling Requirements...

Another toy recycling program debuts with a major brand Recycling old toys can be a challenge, so we recently shared a few recycling programs. Mattel, toy manufacturer of Barbies and racecars has debuted another toy recycling program. Mattel PlayBack will...

Children outgrowing their old dolls & Legos? Here’s what to do with your kid’s unwanted toys.  If you’re a parent, chances are you have a whole assortment of toys gathering dust at the back of your closet. Since broken or unwanted...