Recycling λλ
* Reduce * Reuse * Recycle *
REDUCE
Choose products with minimal packaging and buy in bulk.
Use canvas bags for shopping and put your coffee in a mug not a throwaway cup.
Remove name from credit card offers and junk mail
REUSE
Reuse bags, containers, packing materials and padded envelopes.
Look for products with the least packaging.
RECYCLE
In the City of West Monroe, here are the locations to recycle paper and plastic:
- Public Library on McMillan Drive (paper only)
- All McDonald's, Wendy's and Taco Bell locaions
Local non-profit ARCO shreds and recycles paper for free
Buy recycled products
Start a Composting Bin
Don't throw away, give away. Try Salvation Army, Goodwill, freecycle, and craigslist
Other Resources:
earth911.com
EPA
EPA for kids
Recycle batteries and cell phones