by The ReCollective | Jan 30, 2026 | News
There is a lot happening across our community this month. From the crinkly packaging pilot and new visual guides to the impact our members made last year by diverting over 112,000 pounds from the landfill, this update shares what is new and what is ahead. Read the...
by The ReCollective | Dec 31, 2025 | News
As we head into the new year, we’re excited to offer something many members have asked about for a long time! Starting January 1, The ReCollective is piloting Crinkly Food Packaging recycling (also known as multilayer plastic). This includes items like chip bags,...
by The ReCollective | Dec 13, 2025 | Guides and Tips
The holiday season is here, and it’s a great time to make small choices that really add up. Between gatherings, decorating, and gift giving, waste can pile up quickly. The good news is that a few thoughtful swaps can make a meaningful difference without taking away...
by The ReCollective | Dec 1, 2025 | News
December is a busy month for ReCo. We’re expanding west into Burlington and Mebane, sharing a few holiday schedule adjustments, opening our eighth community compost site, and rolling out two of our most popular ReCo Picks along with a special collection to support...
by The ReCollective | Nov 14, 2025 | News
Launching in Charlotte, Greensboro, Burlington, and Mebane by Spring 2026 Durham, NC – November 14, 2025 The ReCollective, North Carolina’s first doorstep hard-to-recycle service, is expanding across Central and Western North Carolina, bringing new routes to...
by The ReCollective | Oct 31, 2025 | News
Election Day is November 4th. Here’s to hoping voters choose leaders who care about the community, the country, and the planet. Prosperity, democracy, and justice are prerequisites for lasting environmental progress. With turnout typically around 10–15% in North...
by The ReCollective | Oct 26, 2025 | Past ReCo Picks
Please Place Non-Perishable Food in Your ReCo Pick Bag This November! Clean out your pantry for a good cause! By donating non-perishable food items, you’re not just clearing space, but also helping feed neighbors. Your contributions can turn pantry surplus into...
by The ReCollective | Oct 4, 2025 | Uncategorized
Celebrating three years serving the Triangle ReCollective is celebrating three years serving the Triangle and making it easy to recycle the unrecyclable! Big thanks to our 800 members for making it happen, and to our small, mighty operations team (pictured: Stoffel,...
by The ReCollective | Sep 17, 2025 | Past ReCo Picks
Please Place Small Electronics in Your ReCo Pick Bag This October 136 billion pounds of e-waste is generated each year, yet only 22.3% is properly recycled. E-waste production has outpaced recycling nearly fivefold since 2010. Improper disposal releases 128,000 pounds...
by The ReCollective | Sep 6, 2025 | Guides and Tips
If you swapped your bin at the Durham Farmers’ Market in September, you may have noticed a change in your compost routine. The ReCollective is piloting an all-paper compostable liner, a step designed to make your experience smoother and improve our operations. These...
