Recycle
Recycling @ UH & UHCL
All students groups and individuals are encouraged to help keep recyclable materials out of the landfills.
Recycling bins for paper, aluminum, and plastic can be found in throughout campus buildings. Please do not place trash in recycling bins. Deposit only the material designated on the receptacle.
Decomposition Rates
Paper2-4 Weeks
Leaves1-3 Months
Orange Peels6 Months
Milk Carton5 years
Plastic Bag10-20 Years
Plastic Container50-80 Years
Aluminum Can80 Years
Tin Can100 Years
Plastic Soda Bottle450 Years
Glass Bottle500 Years
StyrofoamNever
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