If you are a shopper of any kind, chances are you probably stash plastic bags under the sink or...
Why Californians Should Keep Plastic Bags Out of the Recycling Cart
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Stories | Recycling
Recycling
At the intersection of technological, social, policy, and business innovation, the Northern California/Nevada area is a driving force in developing solutions to global sustainability challenges. See the stories at the forefront of recycling, reuse, and material recovery in our area.
How To Recycle Right in the North Valley
Californians have been recycling for decades, but with recent laws like SB1383, the state is...
Carpet Recycling at Davis Street
More than 300 million pounds of carpet are buried in California landfills every year, where it...
Must-Know Tips for Visiting Lake Tahoe Sustainably
Nestled across the California/Nevada Sierra mountain border, Lake Tahoe is known for its stunning...
Recycled Public Art Installations Beautify Reno
Most people know that recycling benefits the environment and helps advance sustainability, but not...
Davis Street Recycling Guide
Recycling & Reuse Davis Street offers both Recycling and Reuse drop off for a variety of...
Davis Street’s Education Center
Field trips to the award-winning irecycle@school Education Center offer students an opportunity to...
Inside Reno’s Eco Center Material Recovery Facility
Have you ever wondered what happens to your recycling after the truck picks it up from the curb at your house? WM’s Kendra Kostelecky treated the This Is Reno crew to an exclusive inside look at WM’s Eco Center Material Recovery Recycling facility.
Recycled Art Projects for Kids
In 2018, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) reported that approximately 292.4 million...
WM’s Recycling Education Curricula for Elementary School
As adults, we are keenly aware of the risks that climate change poses to our planet, society, and...
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Insights from WM’s New Area General Manager About Women in Leadership
Long before the term “sustainability” became as commonplace as it is today, Jessica Jones was drawn to designing green buildings and sustainable solutions. Her mother’s occupation as an engineering technician, coupled with her twin brother’s interest in mechanical...
Update Your WM Profile For Same-Day Service Alerts
In anticipation of seasonal weather conditions, road maintenance, and unexpected events, WM Northern California-Nevada asks all residents to update contact details on their WM profiles. This initiative is aligned with WM's commitment to fostering a resilient,...
CMC Service Update – March 31, 2023
Complete Collection Service in Monterey County Resumes, April 1 Negotiations with LiUNA Local 270 Continue March 31, 2023 – Despite an ongoing strike by LiUNA Local 270, CMC management has secured additional volunteer drivers and technicians to resume full collection...