Collection schedules for 2006 will be mailed to over 230,000 homes in the month of January. If you have any questions about curbside recycling, give us a call at 340-0900.

Thanks to all who participated in the November 12th electronics recycling event in Henrico.

The next collection  will be December 3rd in Chesterfield at Rockwood Park from 9:00 am until 2:00 pm. Bring your unwanted computers, monitors, cell phones, televisions, printers, scanners, copiers, fax machines and other electronics.

For more information about our Electronics Program, visit our website.
 

In the past two years I have received the following items for free through a grassroots organization that uses the internet to recycle, re-purpose, reuse, and reduce the amount of waste going to landfills.

I also have been able to find a home for my unwanted items including my son's baby clothes, ivy clippings from the yard, a lawn mower and a computer monitor.

All of this giving and taking occurs on Richmond Freecycle, a very active internet message group of about 5,800 folks who average between 2000 and 3000 messages a month to offer up things they no longer use and search items they want. All items must be "Free, legal, and appropriate for all ages."

Not only is Richmond Freecycle stemming the flow of waste to landfills but it often puts serviceable things into the hands of folks who have a real need. Administrators of the Richmond Freecycle group also provide recycling information and tips to its members and make efforts to educate its membership on recycling and sustainability issues.

Since the inception of Richmond Freecycle many counties have begun their own Freecycle programs including Powhatan, Hanover, and King William. Richmond Freecycle volunteers exemplify the saying that, "One person's trash is another's treasure," in an entirely modern way! For more information on joining a freecycle group, visit freecycle.org.
 

This holiday season, consider the impact your celebration has on the environment. From the GIFTS you buy and the type of GIFT WRAP you use, to the HOLIDAY CARDS you send, we hope you'll find these tips helpful this month, and all year long.