So, why does "Recycling Make Sense" and why should I recycle?

There are several reasons:

1.) It saves resources, like metal, oil, and landfill space. There are only so many resources in the world. You can do your part to save those resources for future generations by recycling.

Think of it this way: Americans throw away enough glass bottles and jars every week to fill up the Sears tower! If all that were recycled, think about how much landfill space would be saved in a year, not to mention the amount of electricity, fuel, and raw materials.

2.) It also takes less energy to make some products using recycled material:

* Recycled glass bottles melt at a lower temperature than raw materials.
* It takes 95 percent less energy to make new aluminum cans from recycled cans
* The energy conserved by recycling one pound of steel will light a 60-watt bulb for more than one day

3.) It's FREE!!

OK, you have convinced me. But how do I recycle?
It's easy - separate your recyclables into four categories: paper, plastic, cans, glass. When your containers are full, take them to your recycling center. It's that simple! (Here's a tip: recycling makes a great project for kids.)

Where can you take your recyclables? The District maintains 45 Recycling sites throughout Carroll, Columbiana and Harrison counties. All these sites are available 24 hours a day, every day.

Drop-off recycling sites in Carroll County
Drop-off recycling sites in Columbiana County
Drop-off recycling sites in Harrison County

What materials can I recycle at the District's recycling sites?
The following materials are recyclable at the District's drop-off recycling sites:

  • newspaper
  • office paper (including junk mail)
  • magazines
  • phone books
  • steel and aluminum cans
  • green brown, and clear glass
  • #1 through #7 plastic bottles and containers (NO Styrofoam)

    Please do not bring any materials not listed above. For locations that accept other type of recyclable materials, see the Where can I recycle.... page.

    For more information about recycling opportunities throughout Ohio, visit ODNR's Division of Recycling and Litter Prevention page.

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