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Do grocery stores have a drop off for recycling?

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Most grocery stores and Walmarts have a large box for bags inside the front doors near the carts. Another great idea is to braid then into rag rugs, great for outdoor use.

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How can I recycle aluminium cans?

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Aluminum cans go to a recycling center. There are also a lot of crafts that you can do in order to recycle them in a creative way.

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Can I reuse old plastic bags?

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You can reuse old plastic bags until they start falling apart.

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How can polyethylene bags be recycled?

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Most councils and other local authorities have special "dumps" where you are supposed recycle. All of these have areas especially for different plastics. If you have no way of getting there yourself, you can put all plastic items into one larger plastic bag clearly marked "PLASTIC" so it doesn't get thrown away with the other items. Check with your local trash authorities to be sure though.

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Can I recycle other plastic bags with frozen food bags?

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Yes, just make sure they can be recycled.

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How do I recycle old plastic bags if my city doesn't have a recycling program?

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Many grocery stores and super centers accept plastic bag for recycling. Just look for a bin in front of or inside the store, or ask an employee.

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What can I do to save environment from plastic bags?

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You can buy reusable bags for your groceries and encourage your friends and family to use them as well.

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Can sheet plastic be recycled?

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Yes (#2 plastic), it's usually able to be recycled with the bags at a store recycle bin.

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How can I recycle bags from the cleaners?

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They make excellent drawer liners. Or, use them to drape when painting inside the house. If you cannot find a use at home, return them to a place that accepts soft plastics/plastic bags. Many supermarkets are now accepting returns of such plastics.

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How should I destroy plastic bags?

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The most environmentally friendly method of disposing of plastic bags is recycling them. Check your recycling program's rules on how to recycle plastic bags. Often, due to their ability to clog sorting machines in recycling facilities, plastic bags must be dropped off at designated locations. Occasionally, some programs accept plastic bags curbside but may have conditions (e.g. bundling them may be required). Only recycle plastic bags curbside if they explicitly accept them. Otherwise, drop your bags off for recycling.

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