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How to Recycle Paint, Oil, and Other Chemicals SafelyHousehold chemicals can protect, clean, repair, and maintain a home, but they can also harm people and the environment when they are poured down a drain,…
What to Do with Old Mattresses and Furniture in San AngeloAn old mattress or worn piece of furniture can be difficult to move, store, and dispose of responsibly. In San Angelo, the best option depends on the item’s…
Recycling Tips for Apartment Dwellers Without a Curbside BinLiving in an apartment does not mean recycling has to be inconvenient. Without a curbside cart, the process simply requires a little more planning: identifying…
How San Angelo Businesses Can Build Better Recycling HabitsBusinesses in San Angelo generate a wide range of recyclable materials every day, from office paper and cardboard to aluminum cans, glass containers, plastic…
Recycling and the Local Economy in San AngeloRecycling is often described as an environmental responsibility, but its value reaches well beyond cleaner streets and fewer items in landfills. In San Angelo,…
Fun Ways to Help Children Build Recycling HabitsChildren are naturally curious about where things come from and where they go. A cardboard box becomes a fort, a jar becomes a treasure container, and a paper…
Easy DIY Projects Using Recycled Materials for KidsChildren learn about sustainability best when they can touch, build, decorate, and experiment. A cardboard box becomes a rocket, a jar becomes a lantern, and a…
The journey of a glass bottle through recyclingA glass bottle can move through many hands and machines before it becomes a new container. What begins as an everyday drink bottle may be emptied, collected,…
How San Angelo’s Recycling Program Has Changed Over TimeSan Angelo’s recycling story is a story of changing habits, growing awareness, and practical community action. What began as a limited way to divert selected…
A day in the life of a recycling center sorterBefore most residents think about where an empty bottle, cardboard box, or aluminum can will go, a recycling center sorter is already preparing for the day.…