Environmental Services Department (ESD)

Question: 1 of 15
Which plastic products may be recycled through your blue bin?
Check all that apply.

A. Milk Jug

B. Styrofoam

C. Plastic clamshells (like a sandwich comes in at the convenience store)

D. Disposable water bottles

E. Detergent jugs

F. Plastic wrap

Question: 2 of 15
What rules should you follow in determining if a plastic item is accepted in the curbside recycling program?

A. If the container has a number 1 or 2 on the base

B. If the container says recyclable

C. If the container is a jug or a bottle

D. All plastics except film are recyclable in the curbside recycling program

Question: 3 of 15
Which paper products are accepted in the curbside recycling program?
Check all that apply

E. Office paper, colored or white

F. Used disposable plates, cups, napkins or paper towels

G. All of the above

Question: 4 of 15
What metals should be placed inside your blue bin?
Check all that apply.

A. Aluminum cans

B. Scrap metal

C. Aerosol cans

D. Pots and pans (without wooden, plastic or rubber attachments or handles)

Question: 5 of 15
True or False: Is it ok for me to bag my recyclables before placing them in the blue bin?

True

False

Question: 6 of 15
True or False: Should jugs and cans be rinsed before placed in the blue bins?

True

False

Question: 7 of 15
What items do not belong in the blue bins?
Check all that apply.

A. Used electronics

B. Food waste

C. Batteries

D. Glass containers

E. Plastic wrap

F. Clothing and shoes

G. All of the above

Question: 8 of 15
How far apart should I place my blue bin from other objects when rolling it out to the curb?

A. As far apart as I want

B. Right next to the gray bin

C. At least 3 feet from the gray bin and 5 feet from all other objects

D. Any distance is acceptable

Question: 9 of 15
Why should cardboard boxes be flattened and/or cut before placed in the blue bin?

A. It saves space

B. Keeps blue bin lid closed

C. Ensures packing materials are removed before box is recycled

D. All of the above

Question: 10 of 15
True or False: Is it ok to leave the plastic bag inside a cereal box when recycling the cereal box?

True

False

Question: 11 of 15
How do I get tips or reminders about items accepted in the Curbside Recycling Program?

A. Visit elpasotexas.gov/recycle

B. Download the free ESD Works for You app

C. Use the recycle wizard available online and on the app

D. Call (915) 212-6000

E. All of the above

Question: 12 of 15
How can I request a bin repair if my blue bin if it breaks or cracks?

A. Visit elpasotexas.gov/recycle

B. Download the free ESD Works for You app

C. Call (915) 212-6000

D. All of the above

Question: 13 of 15
True or False: I can schedule a collection day reminder or check my collection day on the ESD Works for You app?

True

False

Question: 14 of 15
Why is glass not accepted in the Curbside Recycling Program?

A. It is not accepted by the local recycling processor plant

B. Glass is dangerous material to handle because it is fragile

C. It comes in different colors

Question: 15 of 15
True or False: Pizza boxes are not accepted in the blue bins because the cardboard is damaged from the grease and food residue.

True

False