Episode 13

Curbside recycling has been around for over 30 years and has become a staple in our daily lives. We see those blue or green recycling bins everywhere - at home, in our schools, and at work. But even if recycling feels like second nature, there are some surprising facts that many of us might not know. In this episode, host Rose Daily and guest Todd Bollenbach discuss 6 things every consumer needs to know about recycling, including exploring the concept of wishcycling and revealing the meaning behind the small numbers on the bottom of plastic containers (news flash - they're not actually recycling numbers!).

Pellitteri Waste Systems

Meaning Behind Recycling Numbers

Episode 13

Episode Highlights

  • Robotics, cameras, AI, and lasers - the systems that make single stream recycling efficient and effective
  • Top 7 most wishcycled items nationally
  • "When in doubt, throw it out"
  • Products made from recycled materials require 50% less energy than products made from new material
  • Infinitely recyclable materials

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