The Charlotte Library Collects Recyclables!

We all know that there are items we can’t throw into the blue recycling bins at our homes, but they can be recycled. How lucky we are in Charlotte that our library collects these items and makes sure they get to the right place to re-use (like the can toppers) or re-purposed (like the stretchy plastic or bottle corks) or properly recycled like the other items.

If you can’t reuse these items, consider recycling them at the library.  Here’s the full list of items that they accept for recycling:

·       Stretchy plastic including:  newspaper sleeves, bread bags, grocery bags, product wrap, cereal liners, food storage & produce bags, ice bags, pellet bags, dry cleaning bags, case overwrap, salt bags, packing air pillows and all LDPE & HDPE films.

·       Batteries: Single-use batteries, such as AA, AAA, 9V or C or D cell, rechargeable and cellphone batteries.

·       E-waste: Electronics and accessories that are no bigger than a laptop.

·       Corks: Natural corks from any bottled beverage. Bring to the desk.

·       Can Toppers: 4-and 6-pack holders for beer and other drinks.

·       Oral care products and packaging including: toothpaste tubes, floss containers (no floss!), toothbrushes and all boxes or other packaging.  Please make sure all materials are clean on the outside before dropping off.

·       Rigid #6 Plastic Cups: Solo or other #6 plastic cups. 

·       Shaving accessories: All brands of blades, razors, and plastic packaging.