Request a DSWR Speaker or Program!

No class dates currently scheduled. Request a program for your group! Contact our office if your organization would like to host a class or have one of our staff speak at a meeting. Email: recycle@frederickcountymd.gov  or call 301-600-7405. Available adult-level programs include:

Recycling 101: Covers how to recycle effectively, what can (and can't) be recycled in Frederick County (and why), and describes the impact that “wish-cycling” of non-recyclable materials has on the program. Examines how recycling gets sorted, where it gets sold and what the future of the program might look like. Please note: this is an adult level program.

Plastics 101: Specifically covers this most complicated class of materials. An in-depth look at how is plastic sourced, how it is manufactured, and how all that relates to what you can - and can't - place in a blue bin. We'll investigate retail greenwashing and why not to get recycling information directly from the products you buy. We also discuss ways to reduce use of plastics, especially single-use disposable items. The last online session was recorded and can be viewed on the Frederick County Public Libraries YouTube page: https://youtu.be/t2AiEoSCUQA

Eat More, Waste Less!   American households waste thousands of dollars on unused food every year. Then, if thrown away, all that food contributes to climate change, by creating methane gas in landfills. We'll discuss how to prevent this, with easy ideas for better meal plans, pantry inventory, shopping strategies, and cooking at home. Know what your food labels really mean, learn ways to store items properly, and share tips on how to be a savvy consumer.

Reduce Before You Recycle:  Sure, those big blue bins are great...but reducing your waste is a much more effective strategy for conserving resources. We'll look at some facts and figures to understand the actual problems with waste, consider how much impact each individual makes, and then discuss simple changes that can be made to help us reduce and reuse the materials we have.

Compost Happens!  Did you know that the average American household wastes about a third of the food it purchases every year? Composting is an easy DIY activity that makes a big impact on resource conservation in your local community, AND, helps reduce methane and carbon emissions that contribute to global climate change. We can show you how simple it is to compost at home, whether you live on a tiny urban lot or in the rural wide open. We’ll answer all your questions, offer three top tips for success, and ensure you can compost with confidence!

Office of Recycling Staff...Out and About!
If you're interested in having a speaker or display for your event, club gathering or business meeting, call 301-600-7405 or find out more online.