WASTE WATCHERS BLOG

How much do you know about recycling? We’ve put together 15 questions to test your waste and recycling knowledge. You might be shocked by some of the answers! Check out our post to learn more.

  Recycling seems pretty simple; it’s good for the environment, it saves businesses money, and it’s the responsible thing to do. But if you are an avid recycler or you keep up with the Waste Watchers Blog, you know there’s a lot more to it. Let’s put your waste and recycling knowledge to the test. Share this quiz with your friends, family, and colleagues and let us know your results!

In this post we detail six important factors to consider while creating, or improving, a recycling program at your business; to get employee buy-in and maximize your recycling rates.

  At the start of 2019, many businesses we engage with are focused on launching recycling programs or improving what is already in place. Whatever the reason for wanting to recycle more, creating a successful recycling program can be challenging without some help. RoadRunner to the rescue! In this post we detail six important factors to consider while creating, or improving, a recycling program at your business; to get employee buy-in and maximize your recycling rates.

Have you ever wondered what happens to your materials after they have been tossed in the recycling bin? After collection, each material is set on its own path to become a new product. Learn about the recyclables’ journey from the recycling bin back to the shelf.

  Have you ever wondered what happens to your materials after they have been tossed in the recycling bin? After collection, each material is set on its own path to become a new product. Some materials can cycle through the process indefinitely, while others can only be recycled a few times before they lose their quality. Continue reading to learn about the recyclables' journey from the recycling bin back to the shelf.  

In many cases you can replace single-use plastics with reusable items. Read on to learn how to replace your single-use items with reusable alternatives in 2019!

  With a new year around the corner, you likely have resolutions for 2019 at the top of your mind. A simple but effective resolution for the new year is reducing your environmental impact by replacing single-use plastics. The average American discards approximately 185 pounds of plastic per year. Unfortunately, most plastic waste ends up in landfill and pollutes our environment because it is recycled at very low rates and does not biodegrade. In many cases you can replace single-use plastics with reusable items. Read on to learn how to replace your single-use items with reusable alternatives in 2019!

Choosing the right waste and recycling containers go a long way in getting the job done in the most efficient way possible. Explore our guide to help you determine which containers and rental options are right for you!

  When it comes to waste and recycling containers, they aren't one-size-fits all. Choosing the right container(s) will go a long way in getting the job done in the most efficient and cost-effective way possible. Continue reading and explore our guide to help understand the factors that go into choosing the right container and determining which rental options are right for your business!

‘Tis the season for (sustainable) shopping! We’ve searched the world of retailers to find some of the more inspirational tactics that retail companies are using to limit their impact on the environment.

  ‘Tis the season for (sustainable) shopping! As we begin our holiday festivities, it’s easy to forget how much extra waste is created during this time of year. The EPA estimates that Americans generate an additional 1 million tons of waste per week between Thanksgiving and Christmas! At RoadRunner, we're always looking for ways to reduce and eliminate waste, so we’ve searched the world of retailers for inspirational initiatives that brands are using to limit their impact on the environment. Keep reading to learn which retailers we are inspired by and leave us a comment to let us know about your favorite eco-minded stores to shop with throughout the holidays!

Small Business Saturday is an American shopping tradition held annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. Get a head start on your holiday shopping by supporting your favorite small businesses on November 24th!

  Small Business Saturday is an American shopping holiday held annually on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. The purpose of the holiday is to encourage people to shop locally and support the small businesses in their communities at the start of the holiday season. Read on to learn how spending your dollars at local businesses benefits your community and check out some of the small businesses in our markets that we've highlighted below.

Did you know there’s a whole day dedicated to promoting and celebrating recycling in America? November 15th is America Recycles Day! Discover how you can participate this America Recycles Day, and every day.

We’ve put together a resource to help guide you through the traditional method of recycling, and how RoadRunner is changing the way businesses large and small recycle.

  Did you know that even though your materials are regularly picked up by standard haulers, they aren't always recycled? Due to the inefficiencies of the traditional recycling method, approximately 80% of the materials you place in your containers are sent to landfill. These inefficiencies are what inspired our founder to find a better way. With RoadRunner, 99.9% of the materials we collect get recycled. We've put together a resource that explains how our offering differs from traditional methods.