Plastic: Film

Plastic bags and film are accepted at the plastic film bin in front of Food Lion. SustainFloyd collects plastic film for local schools and businesses to participate in the NexTrex Recycling Challenge Program. Organizations can sign up with TREX to participate in this challenge themselves. The challenge involves collecting 1,000 lbs of film in a 12 month period.

Preparation

Plastic bags should be clean and dry. They should be sorted according to the TREX requirements. Soft, slightly stretchy bags are accepted (#2 and #4 plastic). Hard, crinkly or thick plastic is not accepted.

Locations

Food Lion Recycling Bins

350 West Main Street, Floyd, VA 24091

https://stores.foodlion.com/va/floyd/350-west-main-street

SustainFloyd Monthly Reuse/Recycle Events

Farmers Market Pavilion at 203 S Locust Street, Floyd, VA 24091

https://sustainfloyd.org/programs/recycle-reuse-events/

Resources

NexTrex Recycling Challenge Progam

https://www.nextrex.com/view/recyclingchallenge

How to store produce without plastic

https://myplasticfreelife.com/2010/05/18/how-to-store-produce-without-plastic/

The Berkeley Farmers Market has put together a huge list of ways to store produce without plastic.

Last updated on November 22nd, 2024

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