Stroud District Council is making a small change to help make recycling even easier and more efficient.
From 1 July, we’re asking residents to place all food and drinks cartons – such as orange juice and milk cartons (including Tetra Pak) – in their green recycling wheelie bin or recycling bag, rather than the recycling box.
The change is taking place as new national guidance recommends that cartons are sorted with plastics and cans – which are collected from your green bin or bag. This will help streamline the sorting process and ensure your recycling is processed as efficiently as possible.
What should go where?
- Green wheelie bin or recycling bag: food/drinks cartons, plastic bottles, tubs and trays, tins and cans, aerosols, foil, glass bottles and jars
- Recycling box: paper and cardboard only.
Cllr Martin Pearcy, Chair of Environment Committee said:
“We’re proud of Stroud district’s strong recycling record – it’s a testament to the commitment of our residents. These small changes to how we collect cartons are designed to make recycling easier and more straightforward for everyone.
“At the same time, we know that recycling is just one part of the picture – we all need to reduce the amount of waste we produce in the first place. By working together, we can continue to protect our environment and build a more sustainable future for our communities.“
For more information on what goes where, visit our Recycling and Waste page: www.stroud.gov.uk/greenbin
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