The City of Pittsburgh and the PA Resources Council are partnering on a series of webinars on How to Recycle Right with Pittsburgh's new blue bin recycling program.  Nine webinars are scheduled from March 21 to May 10  in English and a tenth on April 28 in Spanish.

“Education is a key component of successfully transitioning to the bag-free collection system, and we’re excited to offer a variety of opportunities for residents to learn more about what goes in the bin and what does not,” said Teresa Bradley, Pittsburgh’s recycling supervisor.  “While many people think they’re recycling correctly, they’re actually tossing in plastic containers – such as yogurt tubs, K-cups and take-out clamshells – that do not belong in a blue bin.  Plus there’s the issue of how you can responsibly dispose of scrap metal, tires, yard debris, household chemicals and e-waste, so we want to make sure residents have an opportunity to learn to recycle correctly.”

During the online workshop, individuals will learn how to prep and place recyclables in the blue bin.  They’ll also discover options for recycling electronics, chemicals, tires, yard debris and much more.

Pop-up events taking place in the Spring will provide several in-person opportunities to learn more.

Click Here to register for the webinars.

For more information on this program, visit the City of Pittsburgh Blue Bin Recycling Program webpage and PRC's Pittsburgh Recycle Right webpage.

For more information on programs, initiatives and special events, visit the PA Resources Council website.  Click Here to sign up for regular updates, follow PRC on Twitter or Like them on Facebook.  Click Here for PRC’s Events Calendar.  Click Here to support their work.

PRC is Pennsylvania’s oldest grassroots environmental organization founded in 1939.  PRC has worked to protect resources for future generations through environmental education, recycling, waste diversion programs, anti-litter campaigns and other initiatives.

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[Posted: March 17, 2021]

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