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Thank You for Taking the Summer of Circularity Quiz – And Congrats to Our Winners!

Thank you to everyone who participated in our Summer of Circularity Quiz!  We loved seeing just how much our employees know about plastic bottle recycling and protecting the planet.

Congratulations to our Summer of Circularity Quiz Superstars!

  1. Jim V., Transportation Manager – ES, Romulus, MI
  2. Irene L., Tax Analyst, Phoenix, AZ
  3. Katie B., Administrative Assistant, Salt Lake City, UT
  4. Colten F., Driver, Rock Falls, IL
  5. Joe F., Ops Supervisor, Salem, OR

Each winner will receive a custom Republic Services summer cooler from the Company Store.

Thanks again to everyone who took part. Let’s keep up the great work and continue making a difference one bottle at a time.

 

Quiz Answers: 

True or False: Most recycling is lost at home because people aren’t sure what can go in the bin.
A. True

What percentage of plastic bottles actually gets recycled in the U.S.?
C. 3 in 10

Where are Republic Services’ Polymer Centers located?
B. Las Vegas and Indianapolis

Which of the following cities has one of the highest overall recycling rates?
B. Los Angeles

How can we help improve recycling outcomes within our communities?
A. By reminding people that recycling starts at home
B. By explaining that plastic bottles can become new bottles again
C. By using our voices to build trust in the recycling process
D. All of the above