Rumpke only accepts a limited range of recyclables curbside. Items like plastic bags, packaging, food containers, and aluminum trays must be taken to the Cincinnati Reuse Recycle Hub. This monthly 35-minute trip requires careful storage and sorting of these recyclables.
Solution
We created a recycling system with two labeled bins: 'Rumpke' and 'Hub.' A small bucket attached to the 'Hub' bin is perfect for capturing tiny recyclables, making sorting a breeze. Check out the image below!
Once a week, on Rumpke pickup day, we sort Hub recyclables into specific categories: Store Drop-offs, Flexible Films, Hard Plastics (#1, #5, #6), Styrofoam, and Aluminum. This organized approach makes the monthly Hub trip more efficient.
Let's Recycle Right and Make a Difference!
EcoPal
Who?
We are a diverse group brought together by our love for the environment. We share eco-friendly tips, resources, and collaborate on projects to make a difference.
Why?
The future of our planet depends on all of us. We believe in the power of collective action. Together, we can build a sustainable future filled with healthy ecosystems and thriving communities.
How?
We are developing EcoPal, a cutting-edge app that will make living sustainably simpler and more fulfilling than it has ever been. We conduct in-person workshops to increase sustainability awareness.
Our Vision:
To Empower Positive Eco-Friendly Behaviors
By sharing knowledge, identifying the barriers, and creating solutions to overcome them.
