That’s in addition to efforts to package more products in everyday alternative materials, such as glass, metal and paper. Yet, the world’s plastic pollution problem has continued to worsen.

Paper, glass, plastic and aluminum aren't the only things that can be recycled. Here’s a guide to some other common household waste and whether you can throw it in the recycling bin: The U.S ...

paper with glitter or waxy materials can’t be recycled either. The one major recyclable material that Salt Lake area facilities don’t regularly pick up from homes is glass. Residents can drop ...