In the Twin Cities metropolitan area, we produce about 6 pounds of waste per person each day. That is enough waste to fill Target Field over 25 times every year! Think about how much stuff that is! Help solve our growing garbage probelm by reducing, reusing, recycling and buying recycled. You may even save money in the process!
Reduce: Junk Mail
Each year, the average household in the U.S. receives more than 100 lbs. of unwanted, unsolicited mail. That’s nearly 10 million tons of unsolicited, unwanted mail discarded nationally. Get your name off of junk mail lists. www.RethinkRecycling.com/junkmail
Reuse: Reusable Mugs
Use a reusable mug. Instead of using a Styrofoam or paper cup from the coffee shop, bring in your own mug. Also, bring a water bottle to refill; you'll save money and reduce waste. Read more about how LESS is more at getLESStoday.com!
Recycle: At Home, School and on the Go
In Ramsey County, we recycle nearly half of the garbage we generate. That's an impressive rate, but you can recycle more than you think.
RethinkRecycling.com | Recycling Guide (pdf) | Portable Recycling Containers | Parks Recycling | School Recycling: Boxes, Bottles and Banana Peels 
| Hotline 651.633.EASY (3279)
Cities in Ramsey County are required to provide residents with access to recycling. Contact your recycling service provider, building manager or city recycling coordinator for more information. You may also drop-off your recyclables at a free public recycling center: Veolia Disposal Solutions | 309 Como Ave, St. Paul | 651.487.8546
Rethink: What You Buy
Recycling is a great start to protecting the environment, but consumers should also purchase goods made from recycled materials. For information on recycled products: Minnesota Recycled Products Directory | Consumer Recycled Products Guide | Green Seal
Facts provided by the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency.
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