Recycling has become part of our daily routine. We recycle paper, cans and plastics by dropping them in our household bin. Here in Arlington County, it takes a bit more effort to recycle other materials, but it’s worth it!

Every plastic bag or bit of plastic wrap can be recycled at a grocery store plastic bag recycling bin.

Glass can be recycled by dropping it off at special glass recycle bins located throughout the county.

Electronics and household hazardous materials can be recycled by stopping by the Arlington Water Pollution Control Plant located near Four Mile Run.

It’s tempting to put your recycled items in a garbage bag, but don’t do that–it will cause the bag and all the recyclables to be chucked in the trash!

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