May 1 - May 31, 2021

Week 1 Focus: Recycling and Composting

Get started by getting things out of your trash bin.

If you’re new to a low-waste lifestyle, a great place to start is making sure you’re recycling and composting the best you can. Are you already doing these actions? Check out the “At Home” category for more.

No More Wish-cycling

I will recycle the right materials by educating myself on what goes in the bin and keep other things out.
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Recycling 101

Recycling or wish-cycling? Materials to stop tossing in the big blue bins
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DAILY ACTION
Start Organics Recycling

My household will sign up for organics recycling service or start using a drop-off site to compost food waste and food-soiled paper.
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Organics Recycling for Residents

Setting up organics recycling at home

Zero Waste Guide: Composting and Organics Recycling 101

Minneapolis At-home Setup Tips
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ONE-TIME ACTION
Start Backyard Composting

My household will set up a backyard bin to compost our fruit and vegetable scraps.
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Backyard Composting

How to Compost In Your Backyard

Zero Waste Guide: Composting and Organics Recycling 101
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Find Local Recycling Drop-Off Centers

I will find out where to take the recyclable items that I can't put in my curbside bin.
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Hennepin County Green Disposal Guide
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DAILY ACTION
Recycle Plastic Bags

Instead of trashing them, I will recycle (___) plastic bags by bringing them to a drop-off.
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Green Disposal Guide: Plastic bags and wrap

Plastic Film Recycling: Learn What's Recyclable
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DAILY ACTION
CREATE A CUSTOM ACTION

Ideally, you’ll choose at least one measurable goal so that you can measure your success but there are no limits on what you can choose—so exercise your creativity!

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