Don’t Treat it Like Garbage
There is so much that can be reused or recycled and reducing what goes into the solid waste stream and improving the environment begins with you.
If you are not an avid recycler or you are wishing to do more, start by making a small habit change and gradually increase from there.
The Goodwill trailer is a great place to start. The average Mass. resident throws away about 70 pounds of reusable textiles each year—and that’s not counting thrift store-quality clothes. Tattered/stained textiles, such as ripped clothing/socks, old sneakers, stained tablecloths or curtains, are a valuable commodity. Items that can’t be sold in the thrift store are sold for a variety of other uses.
What more? Old electronics, such as remotes and webcams, can be recycled, too. A trailer has been installed at the Transfer Station to take your old fax machine, computer mouse, TV, phone chargers and so much more.
Recycling is not just good for the environment and state-mandated, but it also saves the Town money. During fiscal year 2016, recycling generated $8,700 in revenue, which saved the town a total of $48,121 in avoided disposal costs.
What More Can You Do to Throw Away Less?
Click on the titles below to find tips to reduce your household solid waste.