SSL Opportunities

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Recycling Right

Dos and Don'ts of Recycling

DO recycle:

  • Dry cleaning, produce, grocery, bread, and retail bags
  • Product, bubble, pallet, and electronic wraps
  • Resealable food bags
  • Newspaper sleeves
  • Air pillows
  • Stretch film
  • Plastic shipping envelopes
  • Case overwrap
  • High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
  • Low Density Polyethylene (LDPE)

DON’T recycle:

  • Frozen food bags
  • Candy bar wrappers
  • Chip bags
  • Net or mesh produce bags
  • Degradable/compostable bags or film packaging
  • Pre-washed salad mix bags
  • Hot dog or meat wrap packaging
  • Six-pack rings
  • PPE gloves, masks, or protective wear
  • Pool covers
  • Lamination film
  • Silage and hay bags
  • Backyard ice rinks
  • Vinyl shower curtains or tablecloths
  • Bedding or linen packaging
  • Shiny, crinkly films like floral wrap

FAQs

Questions? Email contact@cleanplanetcollective.org

How many SSL hours can I earn?

You can earn a maximum of 2 hours per week or 4 hours per month.

How can I be eligible for SSL hours?

Students should submit two items. Firstly, a spreadsheet containing a reflection of what was recycled and what the student learned should be included. The student should also attach images of filled recycling bins with the date labeled on each.

Log Template
How do I submit my recycling?

Please send annotated photos to our official email contact@cleanplanetcollective.org.