Even though an item might have the recycling symbol on the bottom, that does not mean the city can recycle it.
Philadelphia’s Department of Sanitation collects over 610,000 tons of trash and 80,000 tons of recycling annually. deodorant can
The department, newly created this year by Mayor Cherelle L. Parker, handles trash and recycling pickup across the city, taking over duties from the Department of Streets in an effort to better address the city’s trash and illegal dumping issues.
Here’s what residents should and shouldn’t put in their recycling bins for curbside pickup.
Removed from plastic sleeves and bags
Junk mail, envelopes, and writing paper
Greeting cards and gift wrap (non-metallic)
Emptied, rinsed, and dry — lids and caps on
All food and beverage containers
Emptied, rinsed, and dry — lids and caps on
Aluminum, steel, and tin cans
Aluminum or steel baking trays/dishes
Jar lids and bottle caps on empty containers
Flattened and free of grease and food
Clean (not greasy) pizza boxes
Emptied, rinsed, and dry — lids and caps on
Even though an item might have the recycling symbol on the bottom, that does not mean the city can recycle it. And even though something might be metal, that doesn’t mean it can be recycled. Propane and helium tanks are dangerous. Wires and plastic bags tangle machinery at recycling facilities.
Disposable plates, cups, and takeout containers
Greasy or food-soiled paper and cardboard
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