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Recycle Utah

Recycle Utah

Nonprofit Summit County, Utah Recycling Center

  • About
    • Our Impact
    • Our Team
    • Job Opportunities
    • Financial Statements
  • Services
    • Materials Accepted
    • Remote Glass Recycling Bins
    • Thrift Store
    • Moving Materials for Sale
    • Self Serve Paper Shredder
    • Recycling Bin Rentals
    • CSA Pick Up
    • Curbside Recycling
    • Household Hazardous Waste
      • Medicine Disposal
  • Education
    • Elementary & Adult Education
    • Green Business Program
    • Latinx Outreach
    • Blog
  • Support
    • Donate Now
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    • Volunteer
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Reach Out for Sustainably-Produced Goods

director@recycleutah.org
January 25, 2023

Demand for recycled materials fluctuates over time. Now, because demand for cardboard islow, our local recyclers are paying to have…

READ MORE… Reach Out for Sustainably-Produced Goods

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Ocean Awareness

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
January 18, 2023

One may ask, “Why should I care about the ocean since I live in Utah?”. While the blue horizonmay not…

READ MORE… Ocean Awareness

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The (Un)Sustainability of Tetra Paks

director@recycleutah.org
January 11, 2023

“Is this recyclable?”, “Which bin does this go in?”, and “What is this even made of?” arequestions us recyclers are…

READ MORE… The (Un)Sustainability of Tetra Paks

Congratulations 2022 Green Business Winners

director@recycleutah.org
January 11, 2023

The 2022 Green Business awardees were selected from thirty-four businesses that have joined the revamped program since July 2022.The five…

READ MORE… Congratulations 2022 Green Business Winners

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Green Banking

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
January 4, 2023

As the saying goes, “Money makes the world go ‘round.” And if you’re looking for a simple New Year’s resolution…

READ MORE… Green Banking

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Fluorocarbon Ski Wax

outreach@recycleutah.org
December 28, 2022

This past summer, Park City and Snyderville Basin Water Reclamation District found Polyfluorinated Substances (PFAS) in our local groundwater and…

READ MORE… Fluorocarbon Ski Wax

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Power Down Your Roof Top Heat

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
December 21, 2022

The cost of turning on rooftop heat tape in late fall and running it continuously until spring is easy, but…

READ MORE… Power Down Your Roof Top Heat

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A Sustainable Holiday Season

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
December 14, 2022

The holiday season is a time for joy, laughter, and memories. However, the holiday season can be one of the…

READ MORE… A Sustainable Holiday Season

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Air Travel

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
December 7, 2022

Last weekend while judging a local high school debate tournament, the affirmative team promoted enhancing communication amongst NATO allies to…

READ MORE… Air Travel

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Ethical Cooking Oils

director@recycleutah.org
November 30, 2022

Have you ever wondered how ethical your favorite cooking oil is? A daily amount of these fatty liquids is necessary…

READ MORE… Ethical Cooking Oils

Sustainable Holiday Planning

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
November 23, 2022

The holidays are upon us and being green can require foresight. Americans throw away 25% more trash and 33% more…

READ MORE… Sustainable Holiday Planning

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This Thanksgiving Be Thankful, Not Wasteful

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
November 16, 2022

For many, Thanksgiving is a time filled with family gatherings, time-honored traditions, and, best of all, delicious food. However, did…

READ MORE… This Thanksgiving Be Thankful, Not Wasteful

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Voting Green—How Important Is It?

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
November 9, 2022

Many of us have made some positive green choices in how we live. However, according to polls, not many of…

READ MORE… Voting Green—How Important Is It?

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Responsible Air Travel

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
November 2, 2022

Flights are extremely energy-intensive requiring on average a gallon of fuel per second while in the air. Commercial flights are…

READ MORE… Responsible Air Travel

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Eco-Handwarmers

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
October 26, 2022

Winter is approaching, including cold ski days – what does one do about eco-friendly hand warmers? We know about the…

READ MORE… Eco-Handwarmers

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Happy (Green) Halloween!

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
October 19, 2022

It’s Halloween time! Unfortunately, this season is often marked by plastic-fibered, cheaply produced costumes, masks, and decorations that are made…

READ MORE… Happy (Green) Halloween!

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Efficient Home Heating

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
October 12, 2022

As the cold, snowy Park City winter approaches, there are a few things everyone can do to help improve sustainability.…

READ MORE… Efficient Home Heating

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Preserving the Harvest

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
October 5, 2022

It’s the height of harvest season which means an abundance of produce! Sometimes, a large harvest can result in food…

READ MORE… Preserving the Harvest

Produce Out of the Bag

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
September 28, 2022

Many of us are in the habit of bringing our own reusable bags to the grocery store. Hooray! Unfortunately, not…

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Join Park City’s New Reuse Pilot!

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
September 21, 2022

Did you know that the US generates over 10,000 tons of plastic packaging waste every year? That’s a lot of…

READ MORE… Join Park City’s New Reuse Pilot!

Drought-Tolerant Trees and Water Conservation

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
September 14, 2022

Conserving water is a crucial step towards a more sustainable environment. When one uses water in their home, energy is…

READ MORE… Drought-Tolerant Trees and Water Conservation

Decarbonizing our Homes

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
September 7, 2022

You’re building a new home and landscaping your yard; would you adorn it with Kentucky Blue Grass? Or mix in…

READ MORE… Decarbonizing our Homes

Natural Cleaning Supplies

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
August 31, 2022

It’s something we all have in common: Cleaning. What’s not common knowledge, though, is the power of natural, non-toxic and…

READ MORE… Natural Cleaning Supplies

Let the Sun Shine In

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
August 24, 2022

It’s the height of Summer, which means long days and plenty of sunlight. While we’re busy enjoying the warm weather…

READ MORE… Let the Sun Shine In

Paper Towel Alternatives

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
August 17, 2022

Paper towels are a staple in many homes and seem to have infinite uses, but they are also a single-use…

READ MORE… Paper Towel Alternatives

‘Tis the Season for Farmer’s Markets

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
August 10, 2022

We all know how good shopping locally is for us, our community and the planet. And NOW is the time…

READ MORE… ‘Tis the Season for Farmer’s Markets

Vehicles: An Unexpected Source of Fire Danger

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
August 3, 2022

While we live in a beautiful ski town, Park City is also a high-mountain desert; with that comes the threat…

READ MORE… Vehicles: An Unexpected Source of Fire Danger

The Environmental Cost of Online Shopping

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
July 27, 2022

In the age of the internet, efficiency is everything, especially when it comes to e-commerce. Fast-moving consumer goods (FMCGs) like…

READ MORE… The Environmental Cost of Online Shopping

Saving Water at Zero Cost

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
July 20, 2022

Many of us are inadvertently wasting tap water as we use it in our homes and yards.There are many simple…

READ MORE… Saving Water at Zero Cost

The Guide to Safer Sunscreens, Foods, and Products

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
July 13, 2022

Chemicals and plastics surround us and sometimes are found in us. Recent studies reveal that microplastics are found in human…

READ MORE… The Guide to Safer Sunscreens, Foods, and Products

The Power of Composting

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
July 6, 2022

Every year, United States landfills receive over 150 million tons of garbage. Each bag of tossed garbage contributes to the…

READ MORE… The Power of Composting

A/C Efficiency Tips

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
June 22, 2022

Summer is here, and with Utah’s trend of record-breaking temperatures, it’s bound to be a hot one. The warmer it…

READ MORE… A/C Efficiency Tips

Proper Disposal of Pharmaceutical Waste

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
June 15, 2022

Unused prescription drugs can lead to possible substance abuse at home. It’s important to get rid of medication you no…

READ MORE… Proper Disposal of Pharmaceutical Waste

Go For Glass Containers

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
June 8, 2022

Ugh. Sometimes the food you keep in the plastic bag you bought it in or store in plastic containers begins…

READ MORE… Go For Glass Containers

Water Conservation in Gardening

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
June 1, 2022

Gardens provide benefits pertaining to soil and air quality, but they can aid the earth even further when deliberately planned.…

READ MORE… Water Conservation in Gardening

Practice Eco-Driving!

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
May 24, 2022

Summer is right around the corner, and you know what that means. Road trips! Traveling by car is one of…

READ MORE… Practice Eco-Driving!

Cutting Out Plastic Utensils

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
May 18, 2022

It is a familiar scene: you pick up your takeout food, and the restaurant kindly tosses in a handful of…

READ MORE… Cutting Out Plastic Utensils

Switch to Smart Power Strips

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
May 11, 2022

As peoples’ offices have moved from corporate buildings to their living rooms, power strips have become a household staple. These…

READ MORE… Switch to Smart Power Strips

The Environmentally Responsible Way to Dispose of Your Clunker

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
May 4, 2022

Access to a vehicle is a vital part of the daily routine for many of us residing in the US.…

READ MORE… The Environmentally Responsible Way to Dispose of Your Clunker

Yes! Our Green Choices Really Do Matter

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
May 4, 2022

So, you think your individual sustainable choices won’t really have an impact on climate change? Actually, research shows they do.…

READ MORE… Yes! Our Green Choices Really Do Matter

Thinking About Going Electric?

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
April 27, 2022

You’re thinking about buying an electric vehicle as our future moves this way.  But the choices are overwhelming, cost is…

READ MORE… Thinking About Going Electric?

Household Hazardous Waste

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
April 20, 2022

You can’t throw a can of antifreeze in the recycling, but the trash isn’t fit for it either. So, how…

READ MORE… Household Hazardous Waste

Our 52nd Earth Day

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
April 13, 2022

Our 52nd Earth Day is approaching, and we are reminded to reflect on our relationship with nature and implement practices to…

READ MORE… Our 52nd Earth Day

Growing Food at Home

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
April 6, 2022

Spring is officially here! It’s time to pull out your gardening equipment and prep those planters. Growing your own produce…

READ MORE… Growing Food at Home

What to Do With Dog Poo?

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
April 1, 2022

A man’s best friend or an infinite poop-producing machine? As much as we love our canine best friends, they can…

READ MORE… What to Do With Dog Poo?

The Secret to a Productive Garden

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
March 9, 2022

My garden exploded last year and I know exactly why. The spinach, arugula, kale and radishes, especially, were out of…

READ MORE… The Secret to a Productive Garden

Energy Efficient Cooking

zerowaste@recycleutah.org
March 2, 2022

While we should consider the waste we create while cooking, we must look at the energy we consume as well.…

READ MORE… Energy Efficient Cooking

 Composting 101

recycleutah1
October 28, 2020

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