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There is no such thing as away. When you throw something away, it must go somewhere.
ANNIE LEONARD

Click here for Annie Leonard’s “The Story of Stuff” website

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Education is critical to the success of any solid waste reduction and recycling effort.

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Knox County Recycling SWMD is committed to providing valuable, comprehensive educational programs and services to youth in the community.
The District provides free environmental education programs to all Knox County schools.

We offer a variety of programs that help teach students about waste reduction, reuse, recycling, landfills and disposal of household hazardous waste.

We would love to come visit your school, school-aged daycare and/or scout group.

Recycling Grants

We LOVE when your classrooms, clubs and organizations participate in recycling projects and events; let us reward you for your recycling efforts!

Get a grant application here!

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Got Caps?

Turn them into a bench or picnic table! Your group must register directly with Green Tree Plastics, click here to register  your group for the ABC partnership with Green Tree Plastics.

Did you know that Knox County Recycling offers a grant to help your organization pay for a bench? Interested in an ABC (A Bench for Caps) Partnership recycling grant? Apply here