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1. REDUCE, RE-USE,
RECYCLE
MANAGING WASTE FOR A GREENER COMMUNITY

2. The environment is important and many communities are implementing green
initiatives. Here are some small things you can do to make a significant
difference for your community – and the planet.

3. Buy Smart
Choose products that are less wasteful and
support companies that embrace sustainable,
planet-friendly practices. Look for
items that come in environmentally-friendly
packaging or purchase items in bulk
packaging.

4. Look to your lawn
Compost lawn clippings to reduce waste and create a great
source for healthier gardening.
• Build your own compost bins
• Talk to your lawn maintenance company; many are looking to
cut down on landfill fees

5. Don’t trash electronics –
you can recycle or donate
Check your local electronics store for drop-off locations or
organizations that specialize in giving outdated electronics a
second lifecycle.
• Desktop Computers
• Laptops
• Televisions
• DVD and Blu-ray Players
• Tablets
• Cell Phones
The Electronic Industries
Alliance’s
Consumer Education website has
a list of e-cycling programs
by state, visit www.eiae.org.

6. Remember to recycle
Almost anything is recyclable, here is just a short list:
• Compact Fluorescent Light Bulbs
• Batteries
• Glass
• Aluminum Cans
• Newspaper
• Office Paper
• Cardboard
• Yard Trimmings and Tree Clippings
• Used Motor Oil
• Food Waste
• Appliances – Refrigerators, Washers, Dryers, Stoves
• Vehicle Shells
WHICH COMMON HOME GOODS ARE RECYCLABLE?
Visit the United States Environmental Protection Agency at
www2.epa.gov/recycle/how-do-i-recycle-common-recyclables.

7. Attend or host a green event
Join your local green community to discover new ways to operate
more sustainably.
• Cities and municipalities hold regular recycling events
• Local waste management companies are good community partners
• Google search “green events” to find out what’s happening in
your community
Host a green event in your community – help the planet right from your
own neighborhood!

8. A more sustainable planet starts with you! Your
community can play a role in preserving resources,
reducing waste, and spreading the word about the
importance of recycling – and a professional,
experienced community association management
company can help make it happen. To learn more,
contact FirstService Residential, North America’s
property management leader.