Here are the finer details of that instruction, in more words than we could put on the simplified poster: The intention is to help get the lids and caps recycled, too. The guidelines state to “replace lids and caps” on the “clean and empty” containers - this is a simple one-line instruction that we hoped would be easy to understand. To clarify, lids and caps are not necessary in order for the container to be recycled. Joy A: You Don’t Absolutely Have To Leave Caps On, But It’s Good To Do Why are lids necessary for recycling other plastic and glass? Got a question or idea for a recycling tip? Contact Jarland at 63 or Why Do We Need To Leave The Lids On?Īre clear plastic containers from berries or salads recyclable?
