PET 1

November 21, 2012 | Staff Writer

Image of young lady utting cans in a recycle bin

Reduce, Reuse and Recycle During Holidays

Montgomery County residents are reminded that they can help the county reach its new goal to reduce waste and recycle 70 percent of the waste stream by 2020 by reducing the amount of waste they individually generate and recycling everything possible, starting with the upcoming holiday season. The Montgomery County Division of Solid Waste Services […]

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July 6, 2012 | Staff Writer

Imahe of lightweight plastic containers which can now be recycled in Montgomery County

Now Lightweight Plastics Can Be Recycled (Video)

Montgomery County has expanded its recycling capability and now residents can recycle lightweight plastic known as PET 1. This is the transparent lightweight plastic commonly used to pack fruits, vegetables, prepared food etc. Being able to recycle lightweight plastic is crucial to meet the new goal set by County Executive Ike Leggett of 70% recycled […]

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