Millennium Recycling
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They recycle a wide variety of materials from residential and commercial generators. Their goal is to continue driving the recycling rate up through education and innovation.
Millennium Recycling
1d ago
At Millennium Recycling, we’re all about giving things a second chance, and that’s exactly what our amazing President, Shannon Dwire, embodies! We’re thrilled to share that Shannon was recently recognized at the SME Women of Excellence Awards event. This year’s event celebrated 77 incredible women making a positive impact in our community.
Shannon’s career path is a true testament to hard work and perseverance. Over 25 years, she’s climbed the ranks, starting from a temporary position and ultimately becoming the company’s President. In a field often dominated by men, Shannon’s journey is a po ..read more
Millennium Recycling
1d ago
When food gets in the recycling bin, it’s bad for the process and bad for other recyclable material it can contaminate.
Prevent food from getting in the waste stream:
Empty & Clean Rule – Follow the “empty and clean” rule when recycling. It doesn’t have to be spotless, but use your best judgement. Dump any liquids give it a quick rinse and swirl if any food is left — the cleaner the better. You can recycle plastic bottles, tubs and jugs, glass bottles and jars, paper, cardboard, and metal cans. You can also recycle aluminum baking trays- but they MUST be clean of food! See the full yes li ..read more
Millennium Recycling
1d ago
Do you know what you can put in your recycling bin this Christmas?
Learn if your holiday waste is naughty or nice on our Holiday Recycling and Waste Guide
PAper greeting cards
Greeting cards and envelopes made of paper are usually okay to recycle. If they are covered in glitter or made from photo paper, those cannot be recycled. Don’t worry about removing the stamp from the envelope either.
Recyclable Gift Wrap:
Paper wrapping paper (no “shine”, glitter or foils)
Paper tissue paper (no “shine”, glitter or foils)
Brown paper
Newspaper
Large sheets of craft paper
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Millennium Recycling
1d ago
Shopping Waste
Whether you’re shopping at the store or online, follow this recycling guide for all the packaging, tags and receipts:
Shopping Bags
“Rip-Able” Paper Shopping Bags
RECYCLE!
Do the “rip-test”. If you can rip the paper bag, place in your mixed recycling bin. Remove any string or twine handles first.
“Non-Rip-Able” Paper Shopping Bags
KEEP OUT!
Do the “rip-test”. If you can’t rip the bag it’s probably laminated with a layer of plastic. Reuse if you can but do NOT place in your mixed recycling bin.
Plastic Shopping Or Grocery Bags
KEEP OUT!
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Millennium Recycling
3w ago
Do you ever wonder why some items get the recycling green light while others don’t? Learn how we come up with the recycling “Yes List” and why it’s important to follow in your #SiouxFalls bin.
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Millennium Recycling
3w ago
Learn about the mystery of the disappearing recyclables ending up in the landfill and what we can do about it in #SiouxFalls.
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Millennium Recycling
3w ago
The numbers are in! Millennium shipped out a total of 1,875 semi loads full of recyclables in 2023!
What Impact Did We Make Together?
1. Support Local & Regional Economy:
The impact of recycling reached beyond our MRF, supporting local and regional businesses in producing new products from recycled materials. This not only strengthens our economy but also reduces dependence on foreign imports.
2. Job Creation
These recyclables created various jobs throughout the entire process. From local haulers collecting recyclables and our team sorting and processing at our Material Recovery Facility ..read more
Millennium Recycling
3w ago
A recent report by The Recycling Partnership has uncovered a concerning truth—76% of recyclables end up in the trash at the household level in the US. This article not only highlights the urgency for change but also empowers you to take meaningful action. Key Findings:
While the US has a 32% overall recycling rate, residential recycling stands at a mere 21%.
Some states, like Montana, Mississippi, North Dakota, and Alabama, have shockingly low residential recycling rates below 10%. South Dakota isn’t far behind at a whopping 10%…
Even in recycling-forward California, 37% of potential materi ..read more
Millennium Recycling
3w ago
Learn all about the do’s and don’ts when it comes to Holiday Waste and Recycling from Millennium’s recycling podcast!
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Millennium Recycling
3w ago
What’s the main problem with recycling? Plastic. Watch the video to learn why it’s important to get back to the basics and focus on the GOOD, while still trying address the plastic problem ..read more