Philadelphia Single Stream Recycling Now Accepts all Recyclable Plastics

Most municipalities accept #1 - PET and #2 - HDPE plastics for recycling.  Philadelphia now accepts #3 -#7 as well! This means #3 - Vinyl, #4 - LDPE, #5 - PP, #6 - PS and #7 - other / mixed.

" ... Philadelphia has citywide single stream recycling. ... all recyclables can be put in the same container, including plastics and cardboard."  This makes it easier for residents and business as there is no more sorting into different containers at home.

There is even a section about debunking Phila Recycling Myths ... that gives the real info on recycling in the City.

Check out the web site for information you can use no matter where you live !



Via:  Recycle Now Philadelphia LINK

Collingswood NJ to Recycle #3 (Vinyl) - #7 (other - typically non recyclable)

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Collingswood NJ has both a single stream recycling program for paper, glass and #1 and #2 plastics ... and ... also accepts plastics not normally recycled, #3 - #7 , at a separate location.

Single stream recycling means all recyclables can be put in once container ... paper, glass, and plastic.

" ... All types of paper and cardboard are acceptable and may be mixed togehter ... Cans, glass and plastics should be washed as clean as possible removing all lids and caps ...".

" ... pleased to announce the start of a new recycling program to recycle 3 - 7 plastics. ... recycle those yogurt containers and plastic grocery bags. Marking another green milestone, Collingswood is the first town in Camden County to give residents an opportunity to recycle plastics #3 through #7 and even un-numbered plastics. ... bring cleaned and dry items to the new plastics recycling dumpster ... drop off site is available at all times."


Via: Collingswood.com LINK