Summary: “I just moved to a small country town and for some reason they stopped accepting glass for recycling. I had purposely been buying more glass products to avoid plastic as much as possible … I don’t know what to do. Do you have any suggestions?”<br> <br> US recycling is in chaos, and packaging materials that were once recyclable may likely be headed to your local landfill. What’s an eco-conscious consumer to do?<br> On this short and sweet bonus episode, I’m answering a listener’s question about how to best proceed amidst severely restricted recycling options in the United States.<br> <br> Here’s a quick preview:<br> [1:15] Facts about glass: The good, the bad, and the ugly<br> [4:30] The sad state recycling in the United States<br> [7:50] Stephanie’s 6 suggestions for eco-conscious recyclers<br> <br> Resources mentioned in the episode:<br> <br> * <a href="https://www.ecowatch.com/glass-bottles-harm-environment-2648968467.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">University of Southhampton research study</a><br> * <a href="https://www.alzheimers.org.uk/about-dementia/risk-factors-and-prevention/metals-and-dementia" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Dementia and aluminum</a><br> * <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/recycling-mistakes/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">9 Items You’re Recycling Wrong</a><br> <br> <br> * NEW FEATURE! Leave a voicemail with your question and I’ll answer it on-air! Here’s how: State your name then leave the show a message at (508) 960-9046. (This new feature only works with audience participation, so don’t be shy!)<br> <br> * Find your tribe. Sustainable Minimalists are on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/SustainableMinimalists/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Facebook,</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mommyminimalist/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Instagram</a> + <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/mommyminimalist/pins/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer">Pinterest</a>.<br> * Want more episodes like this one? Check out <a href="https://mamaminimalist.com/recycling-in-landfills/">#078: Yes, Your Recycling Is In Landfills</a>.<br> <br> <br>
