The Boone County Solid Waste Management District released information regarding recyclable and environmentally-friendly alternatives for the Christmas season.
The district stated that one of the Christmas staples that cannot be recycled is artificial Christmas trees, but the district encouraged community members to reuse portions of the tree as other decor as a means to reuse the materials rather than dispose of the product.
The district further stated that if reusing the tree is not an option, community members may dispose of the tree by throwing it away in the curbside bin or by visiting the transfer station in Zionsville at Caldwells at 985 US 421 in Zionsville. Community members are encouraged to call ahead for hours and fees at 317-769-4223.
The district released that although artificial Christmas trees are not recyclable, community members are encouraged to recycle their old Christmas lights at Great Lakes Ace in Zionsville or Lowes in Anson.
The district also released means of reducing waste through the gift-giving holiday season.
Christmas Gift Ideas to Reduce Waste:
- Buy an experience for the family, such as concert, sporting, movie or theatre tickets.
- Plan ahead for the warm weather and purchase golf or swim lessons.
- Consider a spa treatment or massage gift certificate.
- Buy a family membership to the Children’s Museum, the Zoo or to Costco to buy in bulk.
- Consider purchasing National Parks passes if a big trip is on the horizon.
- Consider classes such as cooking, dance, music, art, scuba and more.
