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Recycling In Housing - Single Stream

Res Hall Recycling Guide

Steps to Recycle

Step 1: Separate your Recycling, Trash, and Cardboard

blue recycling bin

Recycling goes in the Blue Bin

black trashbin

Trash goes int the Black Bin

stack of flattened cardboard

Flatten Cardboard

Step 2: Bring separated materials to outdoor waste area for your building

Dock waste station

Step 3: Put your waste in the correct bin

recycling polycart

Recycling goes in the Brown Polycarts

dumpster

Landfill goes in the Black Dumpster

cardboard dumpster

Cardboard goes in the Brown Dumpster

Recycling Across Campus

Single Stream vs. Dual Stream

Recycling in the Residence Halls and Graduate/Family Housing = SINGLE STREAM

Recycling in all other buildins across campus = DUAL STREAM

Click here to learn more about Single Stream vs. Dual Stream.

Dual Stream station

Beyond Traditional Materials

Hard to recycle materials info sheet

Hard to Recycle Items

What to do with items that don't go into your recycle bin, but still can be recycled at other locations.

hazardous materials info sheet

Household Hazardous Materials

These items are toxic to the environment and CAN"T go into the landfill, recycle, or compost.

Reduce Your Waste in the First Place

"get Thrifty" info sheet

Get Thrifty

Find amazing clothes you can't get anywhere else, and at the same time, save virgin resources!

Choose to Reuse Banner

B.Y.O.B

Choose reusable items over disposable ones! Bring your own bag, bottle, mug, etc.

Tiny waste bin in-between fingers

Waste Reductions Tips

  • Take only what you need
  • Buy recycled products
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