Figured out a simple way to get more neighbors to recycle right

Put clear signs with pictures on the bins, and contamination dropped a lot. It's a small change that makes a big difference.

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craig.rose6mo ago

Grease on pizza boxes? Shock, @masona62. Signs are lifesavers.

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the_elizabeth6mo ago

We put a clear photo right on the bin like @masona62 said and it cut our mess in half.

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masona626mo ago

That "small change that makes a big difference" is spot on. Honestly, it's frustrating when you see a bin full of stuff that ruins the whole load, like a pizza box soaked with grease. Clear pictures would stop people from just guessing. I've seen folks in my own building toss in plastic bags because they're confused. Making it a no-brainer is the only way it'll work right.

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