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Recycling // Knowledge Base // Hard-to-recycle

Answers to Some Common Recycling Questions

We answer many common questions about recycling, what to recycle, what not to recycle, business recycling, plastic recycling, and more.

Bradford Arick | May 12, 2022 10:30:00 AM

Knowledge Base // Waste Industry // Environment

Why Green Tech Careers are Essential to Preserving Our World

RoadRunner's technology team has developed innovative Green Technology which allows businesses to divert 99% of their recyclables.

Brian Ferris | Feb 24, 2022 1:10:37 PM

Knowledge Base // Hard-to-recycle

What Is Recycling Contamination?

Learn which common contaminates to look out for, and the best practices for keeping your recyclables clean.

Brian Ferris | Feb 17, 2022 3:14:20 PM

Knowledge Base // Cardboard

Why It's Important To Break Down Cardboard Waste

Breaking down your cardboard is more important than you think! We’ve assembled a helpful resource that details why ‘breaking it down’ is important and the best practices for doing so.

Rachel Brown | Feb 10, 2022 1:41:43 PM

Recycling // Knowledge Base

What's the Difference Between Upcycling and Downcycling?

Many companies are turning to the processes of “upcycling” and “downcycling” to reduce burgeoning waste management fees and cut their carbon footprint.

Ryan Deer | Nov 4, 2021 7:27:55 AM

Recycling // Knowledge Base

The Golden Rules of Recycling

Lack of foundational knowledge is one of the biggest contributors to our nation’s stagnant recycling rate. Learning The Golden Rules of Recycling can help!

Ryan Deer | Oct 13, 2021 6:00:00 AM

Thought Leadership // Knowledge Base

Everything You Need to Know About Zero Waste to Landfill

As more companies make zero waste to landfill commitments, it's important understand the planning and execution behind the sustainability concept.

Ryan Deer | Sep 30, 2021 7:45:00 AM

Knowledge Base

20 Surprising Facts About Litter

Littering is long-standing problem along U.S. roadways and waterways. Our facts about litter shed a light on the scope of the problem.

RoadRunner | Sep 16, 2021 8:25:36 AM

Plastics // Knowledge Base // Environment

5 Steps Businesses Can Take to Fight Climate Change

Climate change is in the public spotlight and its potential impacts affect both the planet and business world. RoadRunner provides tips for taking action.

Ryan Deer | Aug 26, 2021 7:30:00 AM

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