The three “R’s” of recycling are pretty easy to remember and implementing the concept can help to prevent recyclables from piling up in a local landfill site. You may be surprised at how easy the whole process actually is and how you can learn to become a recycling expert. The first step is learning about the three “R’s” of recycling and knowing how each is designed to be used with environmental services recycling programs. Just remember: reduce reuse recycle.

The first “R” in the three refers to reducing. This means to reduce the amount of garbage you generate. Try to buy items that are going to last longer so you do not have to buy them as often. Sure, there will be some items that do not have a long shelf life but you can still try to find those items that do. Some packaging contains harsher chemicals than others. It may cost you a dollar or two more but try to go with items that have less packaging.

Next up in the “reduce reuse recycle” idiom is reusing. Those plastic milk jugs, once rinsed and cleaned, can be reused in a multitude of ways. People make hanging flower pots from them or reuse them as plastic containers for water, juices and teas. Kids love using old milk jugs for art projects. Anything you can do to reuse packaging material will be a positive step in the right direction.

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