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Plastic Clamshells

Plastic Clamshells
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Recycle

Instructions

Clamshell container should be clean. Quickly rinse or wipe out food into landfill before putting in the blue recycling cart. Do not put them in the green compost bin even if they say "compostable" or "biodegradable."

Alternatives

Opt for a reusable container instead. In general, try to take less food to go by eating at the establishment or preparing more meals at home.

Facts

The average American throws away approximately 185 pounds of plastic per year.

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