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Litter Prevention & Recycling
We are Alaskans for
Litter Prevention & Recycling
LATEST ALPAR NEWS
- Fall Flying Cans totals more than double!Follow Third quarter Flying Cans/Flying Bottles show the amount of used beverage cans (UBCs) more than doubled year-over year. Meanwhile the number of bags of plastic beverage bottles sent in for recycling nearly doubled as well. The biggest contributor in… Read more: Fall Flying Cans totals more than double!
- ALPAR awards due 9.30.2024Follow (and a chance to win one of four $500 grants) ALPAR’s annual awards recognize companies, organizations or individuals that have made significant impact in litter prevention and recycling. They are intended to celebrate their achievements and commitment as well… Read more: ALPAR awards due 9.30.2024
- Flying Cans/Bottles summer updateFollow Second quarter totals for 2024 show the total amount of used beverage cans (UBCs) and bags of plastic beverage bottles sent in for recycling to be lower than the year prior. That said, we just got a report of… Read more: Flying Cans/Bottles summer update
- Making Alaska beautiful!Follow Community cleanups are in full swing in many communities, each with the goal to make Alaska beautiful. To date, we’ve sent out nearly 700 cases (that’s 140,000 bags!) of yellow ALPAR bags to more than 100 locations across the… Read more: Making Alaska beautiful!
- Flying Cans/Bottles update for Q1Follow First quarter totals for 2024 show the total amount of used beverage cans (UBCs) and bags of plastic beverage bottles sent in for recycling to be lower than the year prior. More than 40 communities (off the road, rail… Read more: Flying Cans/Bottles update for Q1
- Rural Alaska continues to crush it!Follow Congratulations to the following ALPAR Flying Cans participants who received funding this week to purchase can crushers (either small hand-operated or larger mechanized versions) in 2024. Eight communities will share nearly $9,000 in equipment funding. Those receiving funds: Nondalton… Read more: Rural Alaska continues to crush it!
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Recycling right is more important than ever. We’ve got the tips to help you be a recycling pro!
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At the “Walmart of Bethel” there is something for everyone. The landfill holds an eclectic mix of discarded items, including building materials, car parts, and unique finds like an airplane wing. Scavenging is allowed on Saturdays, and instead of adding to the junk pile, discarded things find new life.
Where some see trash, others see treasure at the 'Walmart of Bethel'
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At the Bethel landfill, residents push back against the challenging economic reality of life in rural Alaska.
We love hearing about local companies that help contribute to recycling efforts. C&R Pipe and Steel collects metal from the Fairbanks area to be recycled, helping keep materials circulating and out of the landfills. They accept copper, aluminum, brass, steel, cast iron, and lead. Even radiators are accepted, the owner says. “Just about anything that’s non-hazardous that’s metal, we’re going to take it."
Sustainability Report: Recycling metals at C&R Pipe and Steel
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C&R Pipe and Steel collects metal from the Fairbanks area to be recycled.
🎃🍂🍁 Recycle cans and win cash and prizes with ALPAR’s Can Do Kids program! Autumn is here, and kids can continue to earn cash and win prizes this season! Learn how to recycle, collect cans, cash in, and win amazing prizes right in Anchorage. It’s fun, easy, and great for the environment!
October Prizes:
🎒 REI Hydration Backpack
🥎 Soft Bocce Set
🧣 Polar Buff
🧦 Recycled-Yarn Socks
🥤 Insulated Water Bottle
💵 Plus CASH for your cans!
How to get started:
1. Gather Your Cans: Collect aluminum cans from home, neighbors, friends, family, or your parents’ workplace. Start building your stash!
2. Sort Smart: Only aluminum cans are accepted. Remember, a magnet won’t stick to aluminum cans. Make sure your cans are clean and sorted before bringing them in.
3. Store Safely: Find a dry spot at home—like a closet or garage—and keep your cans in clean bags or boxes.
4. Recycle & Win: Head to the Anchorage Recycling Center to redeem your cans for cash and enter to win fabulous prizes. Make it a family outing—weekly or monthly, it’s up to you!
For details on drop-off hours, call the Anchorage Recycling Center at 562-2267.
The Can Do Kids program is managed by ALPAR, funded by the PepsiCo Foundation, and powered by the WestRock Anchorage Recycling Center. Start recycling today and see what cool prizes you can win!
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