Thank you to everyone who participated in our 2025 America Recycles Day Photo Contest. Five winners were chosen randomly from dozens of photos showing employees completing Environmentally Responsible activities, including using reusable water bottles.
Winners will receive a prize package from the Company Store. Congratulations!
- Amanda H., Gate Attendant/Scale Operator, Elyria, OH
- Heri S., Driver, Chula Vista, CA
- Oscar S., Driver, Chula Vista, CA
- Devon , Driver, Chula Vista, CA
- Amanda M., Ops Support Administrator, Livonia, MI
America Recycles Day Quiz Answer Key
You need to remove the cap on plastic bottles for recycling. FALSE
Today, only 3 in 10 water bottles make it into a recycling bin. TRUE
It’s OK to put recyclables inside plastic bags for collection. FALSE
Plastic utensils and straws can’t be recycled and should be thrown away. TRUE
Republic Services recycled 2.5B+ water bottles last year. TRUE
Plastic bottles and containers do not need to be rinsed and emptied before being placed in the recycling bin. FALSE
