PRC Announces Schedule of 2026 Household Chemical Collections
Mark your calendar for dates to drop off a wide variety of household chemicals – ranging from pesticides and paints to auto fluids and household cleaners – at recycling events …
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Author: Mary Beth Mueller
PRC Celebrates Women’s History Month
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Women’s History Month Tribute written by Mary Cate Kitsmiller, Duquesne University Intern Although the term Zero Waste is relatively recent, its core tenants of rethinking, reusing, and reducing have been …
Traveling Glass Recycling Bin to Visit Allegheny County Parks in 2026
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Throughout 2026, PRC’s Traveling Glass Recycling Bin — a temporary, rotating self-serve collection service — will visit seven Allegheny County Parks, offering individuals an opportunity to drop off glass bottles, …
PRC 2026 Western PA Collection Schedule Announced
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Mark your 2026 calendar now for dates to drop off a wide variety of materials – ranging from computers and tires to household chemicals and smoke detectors – at upcoming …
Registration Open for March 24 E-Waste Collection for Montgomery Co. Residents
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PRC will host an electronics recycling collection event in Norristown on March 24 to provide Montgomery County residents with a convenient and cost-effective method of responsibly disposing of televisions, computers …
PRC SUGGESTS 5 “GREEN” NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS FOR 2026
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If you’re ready to adopt a “greener” lifestyle in the New Year, the Pennsylvania Resources Council – recognized as a state and national leader in waste reduction and recycling – …
GO GREEN this holiday season — PRC “Greening Guide” shows you how!
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Let’s cherish each other and our stuff this holiday season, which is filled with sparkling decorations, beautifully wrapped packages, get-togethers with family and friends — and plenty of waste. Explore …
Congratulations 2025 “Lens On Litter” Photo Contest Winners
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Congratulations to winners of the 2025 Gene Capaldi Lens on Litter Photo Contest, which has honored student and adult amateur photographers since its launch in 1984. Since exposure leads to …
Nov 18 – Dec 7 PRC’s Traveling Glass Recycling Bin Returns to Cambria County
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Residents of Cambria County can recycle glass bottles, jars and jugs in Johnstown at a fall engagement of the PRC Traveling Glass Recycling Bin. November 18 thru December 7 residents …
PRC Glass Program Honored with National Recycling Coalition Award
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In recognition of its successful glass recycling program, PRC has received an award from the (NRC). PRC Executive Director Sarah Alessio Shea accepted the Tim McClure Award for Outstanding Community …