You've probably heard of the Three Rs - Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle. We need to practice these Rs because our resources are limited - there is only so much aluminum, tin, oil, and other raw materials in the world. If we reduce, reuse, and recycle, we'll cut down on the amount of stuff we throw away and conserve resources. In this section of the DNR Student Web, explore what's garbage, what's not, and where it all goes.
What's in our garbage?
See what kinds of things make up our garbage.
How much garbage do we make?
Find out how much garbage the average King County resident makes.
How Do I Sort My Garbage?
Put waste in its place
Do you know the best way to dispose of a banana peel?
What goes where?
View a master list of disposable, recyclable, and reusable items.
What Happens to My Recyclables and Garbage?
Where does it go?
Follow your garbage,recycled cans, and newspapers to their destination.
How does a landfill work?
See how the latest landfill technology protects our environment.
How Do I Reduce My Garbage?
How do we reduce the amount of garbage we make?
Learn how to reduce at home, school, and at the store.
Close the loop - buy recycled products
See some common household, garden, and school supplies that are made of recycled materials.
For More Information on Solid Waste and Recycling
Visit the King County Solid Waste Division Home Page
Get information about programs and services available in King County.
Play the Litter Bug Game (external link)
Catch litter before it hits the ground and save the environment years of clean up.
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