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Zero Waste Living

Haunted by Recycling Myths? Let’s Bury Them for Good! 

Don’t let misinformation spook your good recycling habits—habits that are critical to protecting our natural resources and climate. This Halloween season, let’s illuminate the truth and lay these recycling myths to rest once and for all. It’s that time of...

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Prost to the Planet: How to Recycle Your Beer Right

Oktoberfests may be wrapping up around the world, but here in Colorado, beer season never really ends. Whether you’re filling a growler at your neighborhood brewery or cracking open a six-pack at home, what you do with the packaging makes...

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Your Guide to Zero Waste at Summer Events

You’re standing at a Zero Waste station at a community event—half-eaten corn dog, plastic cup with ice, and napkin in hand. Which item goes in which bin? Check out our Guide to Zero Waste at Summer Events. And don’t forget...

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Volunteer Opportunities and Events in and around Boulder, Colorado

Your home for Zero Waste volunteer opportunities and environmental events throughout Boulder County! Learn more about our volunteer program—the Eco-Leader Volunteer Network—here! Calling all Eco-Leaders! Looking for fun ways to get involved in the Zero Waste movement? Read on to...

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Compost: A Simple Way to Turn Waste into Climate Action

Every banana peel, coffee ground, or pile of grass clippings you toss in the trash is a missed opportunity—not just to reduce waste, but to fight climate change. Composting is one of the simplest, most cost-effective ways we can all...

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Bad News Bear Spray: How to Dispose of Expired Bear Spray

Old bear spray cans cannot be recycled. Spread the word to help Eco-Cycle keep bear spray OUT of single-stream recycling bins in Boulder County. This dangerous contaminant poses a safety risk to the employees sorting recyclables inside the recycling facility....

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From Land to Table to Landfill Part 2: The Downstream Impacts of a Plastic Fork

What does it take to make a plastic fork? More than you might think! In fact, the life cycle of a plastic fork is a reminder of the hidden health and environmental costs of convenience.  As we explored in From...

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This Year, Make Sustainable New Year’s Resolutions

As the New Year begins, millions of us with the best intentions set resolutions—many of which fade away by February. In 2025, let’s break that cycle! Let Eco-Cycle help you achieve your Zero Waste Resolutions!  Want to reduce your waste...

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Where to Take Your Christmas Tree for Recycling in Boulder County

The holidays may be drawing to a close, but your holiday tree still has one more gift to give! Recycling your tree brings new life to parks, trails, and gardens—and avoids trashing your tree in a landfill. Your fresh, fragrant...

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How to Recycle Christmas Lights and Holiday Lights in Boulder County 

The holiday season is here, and that means it’s time to untangle those Christmas lights and deck the halls!  Whether you’re channeling your inner Clark Griswold or just aiming for a cozy glow for the solstice season, we all know...

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