Metro Recycling Information
(503) 234-3000
Portland, OR 97232
Type of Service
- Recycling Center
Nearby Recycling
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Recycling Techniques
Ever wonder how different types of materials get recycled? Check out this list of commonly recycled materials.
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Tips About Water Conservation
The best way by far to lower the planet's need for water is water conservation. Using less water has a chain reaction effect by using less energy for heating water and treating sewage. Using less water, especially hot water, also saves electricity which in turn saves water because the production of electricity itself uses a good deal of water.
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History of Recycling
Recycling
Recycling is a key component of modern waste reduction and is the third component of the "Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle" waste hierarchy.
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How Do I Recycle Old Books
One of the questions we receive at RecyclingCenters.org is "How do I recycle my old books?". We've compiled a list below of ways you can do recycle books and help out those who don't have access to books or resources to obtain them.