Full Circle Recycling Guide

What can I recycle? Where do I recycle it? How does recycling work?

Recycling's complicated, but this guide has you covered, from

"Can I recycle lids?" to "Where do I take Christmas lights?" to "Is compostable plastic recyclable?"

You'll also find interesting facts about the recycling process and pro tips to make sure you're recycling what you should be, where you should be, in the way that ensures it can actually be transformed into something new!

For additional helpful information on recycling in Topeka, visit the Shawnee County Solid Waste website, view their informational video, or check out the Keep America Beautiful Recycling Directory.

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Take the Test - Earn $5!

You've read the tips and perused the directory. Now test your knowledge with this Recycling Quiz! Take the test and tell us what you learned, and you'll earn $5 to use on anything at Full Circle.

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How Does Recycling Work?

From hauling to sorting to washing to melting, this guide provides a helpful overview of the recycling process. Here's what happens after you put your items in the recycling bin!

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