The purpose of SWALCO is to implement a regional approach to solid waste management.
Lake County, IL
Joined July 2011
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Loop the Cart helping effort to enhance Lake County recycling: ‘Hopefully, it will … reach the entire household’ trib.al/Z7YHq5S
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Don’t toss your pumpkin—smash it instead!
Join us Saturday, November 1st, from 12–4 PM in Downtown Round Lake (350 Goodnow) for some post-Halloween fun. Bring your pumpkins and see how far they can fly!
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Textile Recycling at Our Earth Day Event
The Village of Round Lake has partnered with SWALCO to collect gently used clothing, linens, & fabrics for recycling.
Give your old textiles a new life & keep them out of landfills!
April 26, 9 AM – Noon, 751 W. Townline Road
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Did your light display disappoint because of broken lights? Dispose of your old lights at holiday lights recycling drop-offs in Ingleside, Grayslake, Highland Park and Wauconda. There is no cost. Holiday lights can NOT be recycled in your curbside bin. swalco.org/303/Holiday-Light…
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Are you looking for ways to get rid of your electronics, such as computers, cameras, DVD players, or tablets? The Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) offers a free residential electronic recycling program for Lake County residents.💻📱♻️ #sustainabilitysunday
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Instead of tossing your pumpkins in the trash, consider dropping them off at a Pumpkin Smash event to be composted! Please remove candles, decorations, and other materials beforehand. For a list of participating locations, visit swalco.org/433/Pumpkin-Compo…. #sustainabilitysunday ♻️
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Have you ever wondered how to safely dispose of household chemical waste? Residents can participate in the next mobile collection event on September 21, from 8:00am to 2:30pm at Zion-Benton Township High School. Register by visiting app.acuityscheduling.com/sch…. #SustainabilitySunday
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Safely dispose of your household chemicals! Make an appointment today for this FREE event hosted by the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County (SWALCO) on Aug. 17 at the Antioch Public Works Department. For more information and to learn about SWALCO visit swalco.org
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Today is World Environment Day! 🌎 If you’re ready to make sustainable changes, learn how to take advantage of sustainable federal and state benefits available at the Inflation Reduction Act town hall at the Waukegan Public Library on Thursday, June 27 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.
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For this #sustainabilitysunday, we're focusing on what residents can recycle in their recycling bins. ♻️For more information on the Village's recycling guidelines, please visit SWALCO's guide to recycling right at swalco.org/401/Lindenhurst--…. #recycleright #sustainability
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Tie Your Shoes Together
"There's an overseas market for single shoes but those that are paired up are much more valuable and have a greater chance of finding a new home." (Cline, Conscious Closet)
#ctr #chicagotextilerecycling #textilerecycling #consciouscloset
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Thank you💚to America's Waste & Recycling workers for continuing to provide this essential service during this difficult time! Now, we must do our part to ensure their safety & keep contaminants like gloves, masks, & other #PPE out of the recycling bin!#RecycleMore #RecycleRight
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After you are finished with your masks or gloves, to protect yourself from COVID-19, be sure to put them in your waste cart when you are finished, not on the ground outdoors. After you have properly thrown them away, be sure to wash your hands. #LiveSafety
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One tool to help the #Earth at home: compost bins. #Composting creates a nutrient-rich soil for your yard and #garden. It also diverts waste from landfills. Learn more with our partners at @SWALCO: swalco.org/35/COMPOSTING 🌎 #EarthDay2020
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Recycle glass jars and bottles - rinse first. Watch a video that shows how the glass is processed and made into new glass products!
gpi.org/learn-about-glass/wh…
#50for50yrs
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If you are looking for a project to do while social distancing at home to help the planet, consider starting a compost pile. A compost pile is a great way to repurpose food and yard waste. To learn how to start your own compost pile, visit ow.ly/8M5o50zak3N. #EarthDayAtHome
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Seeing latex gloves on the ground? They're actually a health risk in #COVID19 crisis -- someone has to pick them up now. What to do instead. @swalco bit.ly/2woJgwA
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As the world continues to adapt to the changes due to COVID-19, the waste and recycling industry has also been adapting to ensure that all customers are serviced as safely as possible. Learn more about how COVID-19 is impacting the industry here ow.ly/GRaj50z9dvn.
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Cleaning out your linen closet is a great idea during social distancing but taking them to bins is not. Please keep them at home for now.
We have suspended pickups to keep employees safe.
#textilerecycling #chicagotextilerecycling #socialdistancing #coronavirus
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With home cooking on the rise as we all continue to do our part and stay in, let’s use this as an opportunity to #recycleright! Break down or cut cardboard, and properly rinse bottles and cans before placing them in recycling bins.
