All takeout and fast food containers now must be compostable or recyclable. It’s a big change and requires a little thought before you dump your tray, so here are three suggestions to help you sort the packaging:
All paper napkins and paper towels go in compost.
All empty paper hot beverage cups go in recycling.
All coated-paper products such as take out boxes go in recycling – as long as they are clean.
At Your Favorite Eatery
Stop, think and sort – It takes a moment, but lots of people say once they’ve tried it, it’s easy.
At Home
Visit www.seattle.gov/util/foodwaste for a list of compostable containers permitted in your food and yard waste cart.
Still in Doubt? Toss It Out!
Prevent contamination of recycling and compost.