#BeRecycled
Once a year the U.S. EPA officially reminds everyone that recycling plays a dramatic role in reducing pollution. This year America Recycles Day (ARD) is celebrated on Friday, November 15th. This national initiative of Keep America Beautiful takes place to raise awareness and the the importance of recycling. It’s a great day to recommit to recycling–an important activity that can have a positive impact on the environment. In addition, visit SWANA’s Recycling Education page. Recycling is good for the economy and the environment.
CVWMA, Carton Council and America Recycles Day
“On America Recycles Day and every day, we hope that the public will rethink waste and reduce, reuse, recycle. Carton recycling is important to Central Virginia Waste Management Authority (CVWMA). Food and beverage cartons are accepted in our residential (curbside) recycling and drop-off recycling programs. As a sustainable packaging option, CVWMA does not want to see cartons end up in a landfill. We ask that cartons be emptied, rinsed and the plastic cap placed back on to recycle right. Recycled cartons can be made into new products such as paper towels, tissue, paper, toilet paper, and even ceiling tiles. Spread the word #recycleyourcartons!”
Check out our Journey to the MRF video to see what happens to recyclables once you put them out for recycling or take them to a convenient drop-off recycling location.
Carton Council Celebrates 10 Years of Progress and Looks Forward to 2025
CVWMA is proud to be included on the list of carton recycling champion communities with the Carton Council. Carton recycling is important to CVWMA.
#Recycleyourcartons
Always remember, to REDUCE, REUSE, and then Recycle.
ARD Go To Guide (pdf. download)
Keep America Beautiful on Instagram
Activities and Resources:
CVWMA wants to take the time to thank YOU, the every day recyclers through CVWMA residential and drop-off recycling programs. Over 36,000 tons of recycables have been recycled by residential recyclers and over 5,000 tons at drop-off locations during fiscal year 2018. That’s alot of paper, cartons, cardboard, bottles,and cans! Together we’re making great things happen in our region. CVWMA staff compile Monthly Program Statistics to show how much is being recycled where you live.
Make a pledge to reduce. Make a pledge to reuse.
Make a Pledge to Recycle Right.
Think Twice! Enter our contest for chance to win gift card. First drawing: Nov 29.
CVWMA Residential Recycling Programs
CVWMA Drop-off Recycling Programs
November Recycling Collection Events
