Recycling Scavenger Hunt Notes

Local Action

• Recycling Website: Check your city or county's recycling website to identify accepted items.
• Drop-off Centers: Locate the nearest recycling drop-off center and hazardous waste disposal site.
• Composting & E-waste: Determine if your local area offers composting or e-waste recycling; identify accepted materials.

Innovation & Future of Recycling

• Chemical Recycling: Understand what "chemical recycling" is and how it differs from traditional recycling.
• New Technologies: Research new technologies or companies focused on improving recycling or reducing plastic waste.
• Circular Economy: Define "circular economy" and explain how recycling supports this concept.

Reflection

• Reflect on what you learned and how it might change your recycling habits or views on waste.