Getting it right
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Let’s start with the basics. When recycling, we must remove all food or water from recyclable items such as paper, cardboard, bottles, and cans. When disposing of bottles & cans, keep an eye out for a number contained in a triangle that marks the type of plastic resin that the product is made out of. This helps us determine if the local recycling program accepts the products. Visit the Environmental Protection Agency’s website to get the full scoop.
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St. Petersburg, one of the larger cities in Tampa Bay, is surrounded by 244 miles of shoreline and welcomes thousands of tourists every year to enjoy its beautiful beaches and warm weather. Like many other cities in the area, St. Petersburg must actively manage plastic consumption and disposal to help keep plastics out of the […]
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