Held on and around November 15, America Recycles Day is the only nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling. This day began as Texas Recycles Day in 1994 and became America Recycles Day in 1997. The State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR) maintains a website with updated information and resources to promote recycling in the state. STAR is a registered 501c3 nonprofit on a mission to advance recycling through partnerships, education, and advocacy for the benefit of Texas.
Since recycling technology and collection procedures can change over time, National Recycling Day is a good time to review the proper recycling procedures for one's location.
Contamination is still the #1 problem for recycling programs in Texas.
Contamination is caused by confusion about what is recyclable and how.
State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR) - Texas Recycles Day (recyclingstar.org)
Recent Bayou Banner articles for recycling in the Houston area:
Recycle Right! and Plastic Bag/film Recycling | Sierra Club
E-Waste Recycling Options in the Houston Region 2022 | Sierra Club
Buy Recycled! to Support Recycling | Sierra Club
Moonshot, a Houston Composting Service | Sierra Club
EPA website, with a variety of info and resources:
For questions or comments, contact Frank Blake at frankblake@juno.com
Picture by STAR State of Texas Alliance for Recycling (STAR) - Texas Recycles Day (recyclingstar.org)