It is estimated that between Thanksgiving and New Year's Day an extra million tons of waste are generated nationwide each week. In fact, 38,000 miles of ribbon alone is thrown out each year--enough to tie a bow around the Earth!

As part of its ongoing efforts to cut trash in half, Nevada County Recycles! in conjunction with the California Integrated Waste Management Board would like to help you cut the amount of trash you put out at the curb during the upcoming holiday season. The links below are intended to provide you with all the information you'll need to take a few simple steps toward keeping holiday waste out of the landfill.

For more information, please email the Recycling Team or call us at (530) 265-1768.

Happy Holidays from Nevada County Recycles!

Helpful Resources:

Fun and thoughtful facts, hints and tips on the topic of reducing waste during the holiday season are available to you on the Use-Less-Stuff Website. Visit them today!

Where to Shop Responsibly:

For each dollar spent you are in effect casting your vote in support of that business and its practices. Since the impact of our consumerism affects people worldwide, this holiday season take the time to beef up on companies that have demonstrated commitments to social and environmental responsibility. You can compare companies based upon social and environmental criteria on www.responsibleshopper.org. The Website also provides information on a variety of research issues and investigates hundreds of industries on a range of issues.