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Click here for information about the benefits of biosolids. There is more information and educational resources on Vermont’s Department of Environmental Conservation’s website. Click here.

Yes, you can recycle Crocs but only pairs that are new or gently worn. Soles4Souls also accepts athletic, pumps, heels, dress, sandals, work boots, cleats and flip-flops. If you have at least 5 pairs of shoes to donate, you can download a free shipping label from https://www.zappos.com/e/soles-4-souls

Yes, you can recycle shoes but only pairs that are new or gently worn. Soles4Souls accepts athletic, pumps, heels, dress, sandals, work boots, cleats and flip-flops. If you have at least 5 pairs of shoes to donate, you can download a free shipping label from https://www.zappos.com/e/soles-4-souls

Junk cars can be recycled and many wrecker services will collect them, often at no charge to you. Make sure that the wrecker manages the hazardous automotive fluids correctly (gasoline, motor oil, antifreeze, brake fluid, battery, etc.). Google or look in the Yellow Pages under “Towing-Automotive.”

Regular, uncoated wrapping paper is recyclable. Remove ribbons and bows before recycling. Better yet, flatten out the paper and reuse it along with ribbons and bows. Best yet, use paper grocery bags, newspaper, dishtowels, tablecloths, or pieces of fabric for wrapping gifts instead of paper.

Non-Recyclable Wrapping Paper:

• Glitter
• Foil
• Metallic paper or paper with metallic print
• Mylar (shiny plastic foil)
• Cellophane
• Coated Paper

If wrapping paper has any of the above, it belongs in the trash. If you can’t determine the material, trash it. Ribbons and bows are not recyclable, but they are reusable.

Wood ash can help in lawn growth when spread in a thin layer. It doesn’t help your compost pile so best to leave it out. If completely COLD, wood ash may be disposed of as trash. It’s a potential tremendous fire hazard for trash trucks and the landfill so be sure that the ash is STONE COLD.

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DuPont Tyvek is made of high-density polyethylene (HDPE). It is not paper so do not add it to your curbside blue recycling bin and do not bring it to your recycling center.  It can be recycled for use in a variety of new products, including plastic lumber for picnic tables, park benches, construction fencing and also mud flaps but it is unclear whether or not Dupont, which makes the product, has a recycling program for Tyvek.

If you cut trees and brush into small pieces and leave them on the ground, they will decompose while providing habitat for many small creatures. Alternatively, the five transfer stations in the District will accept brush and wood trimmings; call to ask for guidance specific to each location.